Stain Removers & Problem Solvers for Stone, Tile & Grout

Practical fixes for the problems that turn up on stone, tile and grout: grout haze, rust and bore stains, efflorescence, oil and coffee marks, slippery floors and failed old sealers. Professional Grade, Australian Made cleaners and treatments to target the issue, not just mask it. Test in a hidden area first.

Not sure which one? Try the Product Selector or call +61 2 9521-4000.

Stain Removers & Problem Solvers for Stone, Tile & Grout

Solving common stone, tile and grout problems

Most problems fall into a few categories: grout haze left after installation, staining from rust or spills, efflorescence pushing salts to the surface, slippery floors, and old sealers or coatings that need stripping back. Pick the product that matches the specific problem rather than a general cleaner.

If you are not sure what caused the mark or mess, the stain removal guide and product selector can help narrow it down before you buy.

  • Haze Away - helps remove light grout haze and latex film within 10 days of grouting
  • OxiTreat+ and Oxi Gel+ - heavy duty acid cleaners that disinfect and help clean grout haze, rust and efflorescence on acid resistant surfaces
  • Rust Away - non-acidic cleaner for rust, iron and bore stains, safe on acid sensitive surfaces
  • Blast HD - industrial strength gel for smoke, soot, rust and heavy grime on acid resistant surfaces
  • Strip-It and Aqua-Strip - remove old sealers, coatings and epoxy grout haze
  • Poultice Plus and Poultice Powder - help draw out oil, coffee, wine and grease stains

Reducing grout haze, efflorescence and slip hazards

Some problems are easier to manage early than fix later. Applying Grout Release+ before grouting helps reduce grout and adhesive bonding to the surface, and Eff-Shield+ is mixed into grout, screed or mortar to help reduce efflorescence from within. No VOC.

For slippery floors, Grip-It T creates a micro-textured finish on tile glaze, while Grip-It P Powder is added to coating sealers for the same effect. See the anti-slip range for more.

Cleaning tools and related ranges

The Strip'N'Clean Wall Kit and MicroScrub nano-cream help with scrubbing during stripping and with removing light grout haze, wax and sealer residue. Always test any problem solver in a small hidden area first to check colour stability and results.

For general stain removal by type, visit stain removal for oil, grease, food and tannin, or browse cleaners and sealers for ongoing care.

FAQs

Stain removers & problem solvers for stone, tile & grout: common questions

What removes grout haze from tiles and natural stone?

For light grout haze within 10 days of grouting, use Haze Away. For heavy or older haze on acid resistant surfaces, use OxiTreat+ or Oxi Gel+. On natural stone or other acid sensitive surfaces, use MicroScrub instead, since acid formulas can damage those surfaces. Always test in a hidden area first.

How do I remove rust stains from tiles or pavers?

Rust Away is a non-acidic, pH neutral cleaner formulated to help remove rust, iron, bore water and metal oxide stains, and is safe on acid sensitive surfaces. If the rust is sealed in, remove the sealer with Strip-It first, then treat the stain with Rust Away.

How can I reduce efflorescence coming back on grout or pavers?

Eff-Shield+ is a water-repellent, No VOC admixture added to the mixing water of grout, screed, mortar or concrete. It helps reduce the water movement that carries salts to the surface, helping lower the risk of efflorescence and picture framing. It is mixed in during installation, not applied afterwards.

What is the best way to remove oil or coffee stains from natural stone?

Poultice Plus is a pre-mixed, ready to use paste that helps draw out oil, coffee, tea and wine stains from stone, tile and grout. For deeper or older stains, Poultice Powder can be mixed with water or a cleaner for extra strength. Results depend on how long the stain has been there.

How do I make slippery tiles safer without recoating them?

Grip-It T creates a slip resistant micro-texture directly on the glaze of ceramic, porcelain and tessellated tiles. It is not a sealer or coating, so it will not peel. If you are using a coating type sealer instead, Grip-It P Powder can be mixed in for added slip resistance.

How do I remove an old sealer or coating before resealing?

Strip-It is a heavy duty remover for most sealers, coatings, epoxy grout haze and adhesives, formulated to stay wet longer for better results. Aqua-Strip is a lighter, water based option for light sealers, coatings and grout haze. Test first, then reseal with an appropriate product from the sealers range.