Glass

Glass appears in homes as shower screens, splashbacks, balustrades and glass mosaic tiles. It is non-porous, so stains sit on the surface rather than soaking in, but water spots, soap scum and mineral deposits can build up quickly, particularly in showers.

Care for glass is mostly about regular cleaning. A suitable glass and tile cleaner helps remove soap scum and water marks, and a protective treatment can help water bead and make cleaning easier. With glass mosaics, the grout lines are the porous part, so sealing grout helps reduce staining.