Pressure washing a driveway, garage or other outside area has numerous advantages. Its sheer power is far greater than any amount of elbow grease can supply. You can shift stubborn stains from just about any outdoor surface, and make layers of built-up grime disappear. The original appearance will then be revealed in all its glory. […]
Concrete floors may have associations with cold, industrial settings. But, they can take on various colours and a polished sheen to give a softer look. So, in fact, concrete flooring can look elegant and warm. There are other benefits too, including the fact that, as a material, concrete is: Sustainable Cost-effective Long-lasting Low maintenance Versatile […]
Marble has been used for thousands of years, including of course, by Romans and Greeks in some of their most famous monuments and works of art. And not only is it a truly beautiful material, but it’s also heat-resistant, meaning a fireplace has long been one of the most obvious places to use this substance […]
If you’re upgrading your kitchen, the material you choose for your countertop is an important (and often time-consuming) decision. With so many products around, it can seem challenging to find something that suits your lifestyle, and the available space. The chosen material also needs to be durable and low-maintenance while giving your kitchen the perfect […]
It’s hardly surprising that patios and paved driveways are so popular across the UK. After all, they’re cost-effective, smart-looking and low-maintenance options for covering an outside area. But low-maintenance, unfortunately, doesn’t mean no maintenance at all. Grime, oil, lichen stubborn leaves and the like can all seriously mar your paved area’s appearance. So a paved […]
Master craftsmen have used marble, a kind of white limestone, for centuries in historical works from the Taj Mahal to Michelangelo’s David and Moses sculptures. Today, it remains a popular and prestigious material. Elegant and naturally beautiful, the depth of its patterning and unique markings make marble a luxurious choice in modern homes and businesses. […]
Some people call terrazzo Venetian mosaic, thanks to its appearance. This flooring consists of granite and marble chips, which are set in strong concrete or resin. A terrazzo floor is highly durable and offers a unique look. It’s also flexible, with an end result to suit your needs and tastes, and it’s invariably beautifully elegant. […]
As you may have guessed from some of these blog posts, even though Royal Stone Care treats and cleans many different types of stone, we are a bit fond of marble. So I was not best pleased when I recently sold a marble hearth to someone who seemed highly indifferent to the look of a […]
While I write on this blog, giving what I hope are helpful tips and telling some stories, it still needs some imagination. I think it could also be helpful to you to actually see what we do here at Royal Stone Care. With that in mind I’d like to direct you to our photo and […]
Marble and granite have been used for worktops for hundreds of years. While both are a type of stone they are very different in structure. Marble is a soft stone which is more often used for decorative purposes and as a show of wealth. It is used for the carving of statues, ornaments and jewellery […]