HMK R161 Porcelain Tile Cleaner
Best deep cleaner for maintaining indoor and outdoor porcelain tile surfaces.
This heavy-duty alkaline cleaner is the gold standard for stripping away stubborn construction grime and old wax from porcelain. It is an essential prep step for sealing, but you must be careful to keep it away from metal fixtures, as its potent formula is strictly for stone and tile.
$19.25
at
The Vac Shop
Who it's for
- DIY renovators struggling with stubborn post-installation grout haze
- Budget-conscious homeowners cleaning large-scale tiled floor areas
- Property owners maintaining durable, acid-resistant porcelain or ceramic surfaces
Who should skip it
- Owners of delicate marble, limestone, or travertine surfaces
- Users uncomfortable handling strong chemicals requiring safety gear
- Busy cleaners wanting a quick, low-maintenance rinsing process
Performance breakdown
Degreasing Power
Alkaline formula cuts through stubborn grease and soot with ease.
Surface Versatility
Handles polished, honed, and textured porcelain surfaces with consistent results.
Coverage Efficiency
Highly concentrated liquid stretches significantly when diluted for large areas.
Preparation Efficacy
Perfectly strips contaminants to ensure optimal sealer or impregnator adhesion.
Safety Profile
Corrosive nature requires careful handling and avoidance of metal surfaces.
Application Ease
Simple pour-and-wipe method makes routine maintenance straightforward for homeowners.
Key Specs
Base
Alkaline
Contains
Sodium Hydroxide (Corrosive)
Packaging available
17 oz., 34 oz., 5.68 qts., 11.36 qts.
Coverage (Full Strength)
110-220 sqft per 34 oz.
Coverage (Diluted)
Up to 550 sqft per 34 oz.
Cleaning Solution Form
Liquid Concentrate
Scrubbing Pad Material
Polymer Fiber
Safe for Grate Material
Porcelain Enamel
Compatible Grill Surface
Porcelain Coated
Weight
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