New tiles.... Wax coating??? - TilersForums.com

[Stevev]

Just unpacked some new tiles and every one seems to have some kinda wax on it in places. What should I do to clean this off before laying

 

[Qwerty]

Yes, it's just transit wax. Gently wipe/ scrape off as you work

 

[Stevev]

Ahhhhh OK, thanks

 

[Wishiwasatoptiler]

I see that a lot on the small stuff, just wipe off as the main man says.

 

[Time's Ran Out]

 

[ColinMJ]

I see that a lot on the small stuff, just wipe off as the main man says.

I have 2 lines down all tile sof 2 boxes of porcelain tiles. Tried wiping off, even scrubbing brush....not shifted!!! What could I try , this is not simply a light coating

 

[Tile Shop]

I have 2 lines down all tile sof 2 boxes of porcelain tiles. Tried wiping off, even scrubbing brush....not shifted!!! What could I try , this is not simply a light coating

Got any pictures you can post?

 

[Flintstone]

He’s already posted some photos Paul, are they not showing up for you ?
It’s very common wax, just scrape off as you go or before you grout with a blade or whatever is easiest for you

 

[Tile Shop]

Not Colins tiles, no. Are they in a different thread?

 

[Flintstone]

Ah sorry didn’t realise it was a different poster!

 

[ColinMJ]

I used a school plastic ruler to flick off the wax after discovering it would flake off with my thumb nail. Water and scrubbing brush doesn't work. Wouldn't want to use a metal blade in case scratched the tiles

 

[Slippery]

I would avoid trying to pick them off with your finger and getting them under your fingernail, that way there is less blood and swearing and you will be of a better humor for the rest of the day

 

[PaulSmith]

Good scrub with a wet wipe sometimes gets rid.

 

[Andy Allen]

Ruined many a manicured nail getting that crap off tiles..

 

[Julian 'Farmer' Bonsall]

I use a plastic narrow scraper - similar to what one may use to apply wood / wall fillers. I've also used the plastic ruler method.