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How can asphalt tile floors be cleaned and polished?

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To maintain asphalt tile floors, you should follow these simple cleaning and polishing practices:

Cleaning: Keep the tiles clean by sweeping regularly and washing them with warm water and soap or detergent.1
Polishing: To improve the appearance of the floor and prolong the life of the material, you can apply wax or resin emulsion polishes.1

Asphalt tile is a durable, nonporous floor covering designed to be easily maintained, provided that the floor temperature remains below 80° F (27° C).12