Which Lithofin or FILA Cleaner? A Stone and Tile Care Guide
Identify the surface and the problem before choosing a stone or tile cleaner. Everyday dirt, greasy build-up, cement residue and oil staining need different approaches. A protector is a separate treatment; it does not clean a dirty floor.
Write down the material, its finish and any previous treatment. Polished marble, honed limestone, porcelain and quartz worktops should not be treated as one surface simply because they all look like stone. If the material is uncertain, ask the supplier before trying a strong cleaner.
Lithofin and FILA products by task
| Task | Products to compare | Important distinction |
|---|---|---|
| Routine natural-stone floor washing | Lithofin MN Wash & Clean | A mildly alkaline maintenance concentrate, not a cement remover |
| Everyday small stone surfaces / worktops | Lithofin MN Easy-Clean | Ready-to-use spray; not a concentrate to dose into a mop bucket |
| Routine cleaning where a neutral cleaner is specified | FILA CLEANER PRO | Check material, dilution and any existing treatment |
| Heavy greasy dirt or appropriate deep cleaning | Lithofin MN Power-Clean or FILA PS87 PRO | Check finish compatibility and the product’s instructions; these are not identical formulations |
| Cement residue on an acid-resistant surface | FILA DETERDEK PRO | An acid cleaner: unsuitable for acid-sensitive stone such as polished marble |
| Reducing water and oil absorption after cleaning | Lithofin MN Stain-Stop or FILA MP90 ECO XTREME | Impregnating protectors, not cleaning products or an acid-proof coating |
Everyday cleaning: floor wash or worktop spray?
Lithofin MN Wash & Clean is intended for regular stone-surface maintenance and is diluted as its label directs. Lithofin MN Easy-Clean is a ready-to-use product for small stone surfaces such as worktops and vanity tops. Do not confuse the spray with the floor-wash concentrate. The MN Easy-Clean 1L refill belongs to the ready-to-use worktop-cleaning range; check the pack format and current availability when ordering.
FILA CLEANER PRO is another product to compare where a neutral maintenance cleaner is suitable. The right choice depends on the surface and treatment system, rather than one brand being better for every floor. Avoid increasing the dose simply because the floor looks dull: first establish whether the mark is dirt, residue or damage.
Power-Clean and PS87 PRO: when is deeper cleaning needed?
Greasy soil, old maintenance residue and heavy dirt can need a different cleaner from a daily wash. Compare Lithofin MN Power-Clean and FILA PS87 PRO for the specific surface and soil. Follow each product’s limits, dilution, contact time and removal process.
A deep cleaner can affect an existing wax or maintenance treatment. Make a small trial first, assess it once dry and check what aftercare is needed. Do not let a cleaner dry on the surface unless its instructions expressly call for that process.
Cement haze is not the same as greasy dirt
A pale film after installation may be cement residue, but it needs identifying. On suitable acid-resistant porcelain or other approved materials, FILA DETERDEK PRO is an option to investigate for cement-based residue. Check grout curing requirements and protect adjoining surfaces.
Do not use an acid cement remover on acid-sensitive stone. Marble, limestone and travertine can be etched by acids. A stone being sealed does not make it acid-proof. FILA’s cement and grout residue guidance separates acid-resistant and sensitive surfaces; get advice for the exact material rather than escalating to a stronger acid.
Stain removal and etching are different problems
A dark absorbed oil stain is different from a pale, dull patch caused by acid attack. Cleaning may remove contamination, but it will not necessarily restore a damaged polished finish. Photograph the mark, identify what caused it and ask for a material-specific treatment before buying several chemicals.
Rust and oil-removal products have their own restrictions. Do not apply a generic rust remover or household vinegar to natural stone on the assumption that the mark will dissolve without affecting the surface.
MN Stain-Stop and MP90 ECO XTREME are protectors
Lithofin MN Stain-Stop and FILA MP90 ECO XTREME are impregnating treatments intended to reduce absorption. Apply only to suitable, correctly prepared surfaces and follow the exact product’s application and cure requirements.
FILA’s MP90 ECO XTREME technical sheet explicitly says it does not protect against acid aggression. A water- and oil-repellent treatment is not permission to leave acidic spills on marble or to use acid cleaners indiscriminately.
A sensible cleaning sequence
- Identify the surface, finish, existing treatment and type of mark.
- Select one product approved for that combination and read its label and safety information.
- Test an inconspicuous area, following the full process, and inspect once dry.
- Clean and remove residues as instructed. Do not mix cleaning chemicals.
- Assess whether protection or a revised maintenance routine is needed after the surface is clean.
Browse our Lithofin range or the linked FILA product pages for the exact bottle and current availability. For reference, Lithofin identifies MN Easy-Clean as ready-to-use and MN Wash & Clean as a maintenance concentrate.
