When you want to clean a surface, you probably just grab a sponge and cleaning product and get to work. You may not think too much about it. But when consumer advocacy group Choice carried out some testing recently, they found that many surface-cleansing products are actually no more effective than water. Some are actively […]
Brick cleaning, Driveway Cleaning, Patio cleaning, pressure washing
Can I pressure wash my driveway in winter?
17
Dec
Dec
Here at Royal Stone Care, we’re often asked if people can (and indeed should) clean their driveways during the colder months. The short answer is yes, you can, even as winter is doing its worst and temperatures start to plummet. (Which has already started to happen in the UK in recent weeks.) As long as […]
11
Dec
Dec
That time of year when every inch of kitchen space is likely to be at a premium is rapidly approaching. So it’s worth having a good old clear-out ahead of the festive season – especially if you’re playing host this year. And countertops are where a lot of the clutter can accumulate over time. Start […]
Countertop, Marble, Quartz, stone cleaning, Worktop
Why the thickness of your kitchen countertop matters
03
Nov
Nov
Not everyone who buys a new kitchen worktop in a natural stone such as marble, granite or quartz fully appreciates the importance of getting the thickness of the countertop right. What are my options? Essentially, if you’re going for quartz countertops, there are three choices of thickness, 1cm, 2cm and 3cm. However, usually 1cm is […]
Brick cleaning, Driveway Cleaning, pressure washing
Is there a difference between power and pressure washing?
29
Oct
Oct
Power and pressure washing are terms that are regularly used interchangeably, even by industry specialists. So the question of whether there are any big differences between the two can seem bewildering. And, indeed, the functions of both are basically the same – to remove dirt and similar debris from hard surfaces using pressurised water. Equally, […]
Brick cleaning, Driveway Cleaning, Floor Cleaning, Patio cleaning, pressure washing
Things to know before you buy a pressure washer
21
Oct
Oct
For most outdoor cleaning jobs, pressure washers are the best tools. They’re a lot more effective than a standard garden hose for shifting stubborn grime and dirt, plus moss, mould and algae. Pressure washing enhances what estate agents call the ‘kerb appeal’ of your home. This could make a big difference if you’re about to […]
16
Oct
Oct
If you’re lucky enough to have a marble floor in your home or business, you’ll know how stunning this natural stone can look. But while marble is durable and great to look at it, it’s also prone to stains. To keep your marble floor looking its best, learn how to look after them. Here are […]
11
Oct
Oct
As a material, quartz is tough and long-lasting – it’s also non-porous and highly resistant to stains and scratches. What’s more, unlike other natural stone products, your surface won’t need to be sealed or resealed. In fact, you’ll find quartz generally very low-maintenance. So quartz restoration is hardly ever required. Therefore it’s perhaps not surprising […]
Countertop, Granite Cleaning, Marble, Quartz, stone cleaning
Why you may want to be wary of a leathered finish on granite kitchen countertops
04
Oct
Oct
Granite is an ideal material for kitchen countertops, and incredibly hard-wearing. It resists scratching and damage from knives. And as well as being an environmentally-friendly material, it also keeps off bacteria and dirt. So if you’re lucky enough to have kitchen worktops in this natural stone, you could be on to a winner. And if […]
04
Sep
Sep
As quartz repair specialists, we’re often asked about the best way of looking after countertops in this elegant yet functional material in between the big quartz worktop repair and maintenance jobs. One thing we’re often asked is whether quartz worktops should be sealed. The short answer is that, since quartz worktops are non-porous, they absorb […]