Cleaning Marble Fireplaces: a Guide If you have a marble fireplace, you’ll probably already appreciate that cleaning it is not like cleaning any other sort of fireplace. And, without the right maintenance, marble fireplaces can start to look lifeless and dull. It’s one of those tasks it’s easy to put off, especially if you’re not […]
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Sep
Sep
If, over the summer, you’ve started to notice a build-up of dirt on your walls, patio, decking or any other surfaces, pressure or jet washing is a great way of blasting it away effectively, with minimal time and energy spent. It could be especially useful if you’re deep cleaning ahead of a house sale. And […]
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Aug
Aug
If you’re lucky enough to have a real brick fireplace in your home, you no doubt love this cosy focal point of your property. How to clean a brick fireplace However, you are probably rather less enamoured of the black soot which can build up around the bricks. And while you may be resigned to […]
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Aug
Aug
Property owners often ask whether marble floors, countertops, bathroom vanity units and the like need to be sealed, and, if so, how often, and whether this will be effective in preventing stains. The simple answer is “It depends.” Lighter coloured stone should be sealed more often than darker versions, and, as a general rule, marble […]
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Jul
Jul
Made from natural materials like shale and clay, real brick goes through a process called vitrification in the kiln which means its clay particles are fused together. This makes it an incredibly durable material. Clay brick is stronger than concrete, and the two should not be confused. Another benefit of genuine brick is that it […]
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Jun
Jun
Summer’s here, Clean your outside brickwork Summertime and the living is easy – but it’s even easier (and a lot more pleasant) if your outdoor space is in tiptop condition as life shifts outdoors. Part of that means keeping all your external brickwork spotless all summer long. After all, the cooler months can take their […]
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Jun
Jun
The do’s and don’ts of marble cleaning Marble is a unique natural material requiring special care, because it is porous and potentially vulnerable to staining. But this doesn’t have to be time-consuming or difficult. And while you will always need the professionals for the big cleans and marble floor polishing, there’s a lot you can […]
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Jun
Jun
Summer may finally be here, but unfortunately the months of cold won’t vanish without trace. When it comes to your patio, for example, months of rain and wind and maybe even snow will all have taken their toll by the time temperatures rise again. So a little effort made early on in the season really […]
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May
May
Nothing beats the elegance and sheer good looks of natural materials like stone. However, over time, especially if there is heavy foot traffic, stone’s surface can tarnish, so that its lovely natural finish end up looking grimy. Dirt and dust, if allowed to linger, can be abrasive. But if you keep your real stone floor […]
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Mar
Mar
How to clean marble which is a kind of metamorphosed limestone combined with natural elements, is incredibly beautiful used in floors, on countertops and for accents on furniture. A comparatively soft material, it gets its distinctive look from its veined appearance, and its range of patterns and colours. However, it can stain relatively easily, and […]