As autumn deepens and winter approaches, it’s a good time to focus attention inwards on home and (literally) hearth. And few living room focal points beat a fireplace. Here, we offer a few tips to fire (excuse the pun) the imagination, whether you’re fitting a new unit or considering adding one to your home. Store […]
Brick cleaning, Concrete Restoration, Driveway Cleaning, Patio cleaning, pressure washing
Make the most of your home’s exterior this autumn
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Oct
Oct
Maybe you see it as a time of grey chill and dark evenings, or maybe it’s a season of pumpkins, russet-coloured leaves and Strictly Come Dancing. Either way, autumn is definitely here. And whatever your views on the season, winter can’t be far behind. That means time is running out to get the outside of […]
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Oct
Oct
Hit Channel 4 show The Great British Bake Off returns to our screens this autumn. Paul Hollywood, Prue Leith and Noel Fielding will be back alongside new face Matt Lucas. It’s likely to whip up another baking craze across the land, as it has done in previous years. So sales of baking ingredients and equipment […]
Countertop, Granite Cleaning, Quartz, stone cleaning, Worktop
Quartz vs. granite kitchen worktops: which are best?
15
Oct
Oct
If you’re one of the growing number of homeowners looking to enjoy the beauty of natural stone surfaces in your kitchen, you may well have narrowed down your choice to granite and quartz. Clearly, this is a long-term decision, so you need to be sure you make the right one. It isn’t always easy, because […]
Countertop, Floor Cleaning, Marble, stone cleaning, Worktop
Some things you may not have known about marble
07
Oct
Oct
For centuries, people have turned to marble for everything from temples to luxury hotel interiors. Timelessly beautiful and striking, this elegant natural stone can add warmth, class and opulence to just about any building. Additionally, it’s versatile enough to work with almost any texture or colour you want. And people use it for floors, patios, […]
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Sep
Sep
Quartz makes an unbeatably versatile addition to any home, and you can use it in the bathroom or in beautiful kitchen worktops. This stone comes in a range of colours and patterns, and usually comprises a mix of natural quartz and durable resins. Get your kitchen Covid-clean! In these odd times of coronavirus, kitchen hygiene […]
Concrete Restoration, Countertop, Marble, stone cleaning, Worktop
Marble kitchen worktops – understanding the benefits
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Sep
Sep
We thought it was high time we offered a recap of the benefits marble can bring to a home. This natural stone looks elegant in bathrooms as well as kitchens. But it also offers a number of other advantages you may not be aware of: Affordability Of course, ‘expensive’ may be an adjective that springs […]
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Sep
Sep
Lockdown has caused many of us to look at our homes with fresh eyes. If the increased time at home as made you realise you need to upgrade your bathroom, you’re far from alone. The idea of concrete bathrooms may initially seem odd, drab or downright unsightly. But this material is increasingly popular for use […]
Concrete Restoration, Countertop, Floor Cleaning, Granite Cleaning, Marble, Quartz, stone cleaning, Worktop
Considering a fresh kitchen colour? Try the new black!
07
Sep
Sep
For decades, white has been the default choice of colour for kitchens, albeit with some dalliances along the way with shades such as avocado. Or perhaps even turquoise and pink during the post-war era. But in recent years, black has become an increasingly sought-after kitchen hue. Think glossy kitchen cabinets, alongside black marble worktops with […]
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Aug
Aug
A popular choice for modern fireplaces, micro marble comprises crushed natural stone mixed with resin. The finish and colouring in this material are beautifully even and consistent, creating a soft, warm look to your stone. So it’s not surprising that these models are outstripping the conventional version of the material. What else is in it […]