We’ve previously written about the benefits of limestone as a material, from its elegant appearance to its durability. And it makes a gorgeous flooring product, indoors or outside. But what are the key things to bear in mind when choosing a floor from this stunning natural stone and how, crucially, can you stay on budget […]
07
Sep
Sep
It goes in the busiest part of your home, so clearly your kitchen’s flooring needs to be hardwearing and functional. However, that shouldn’t mean compromising on style. It may not have been something that sprang immediately to mind. But could a wooden floor in this area be an option? After all, wood, whether you go […]
Countertop, Granite Cleaning, stone cleaning, Worktop
Harms of bleach and lemon juice on granite countertop
07
Jul
Jul
Granite worktops bring a number of benefits to your home. These include durability, low maintenance, an elegant look plus strong resistance to chipping, scratches and heat. What’s more, this beautiful natural stone is also an eco-friendly material. With so many advantages to them, you’ll be keen to look after your granite countertops well. And, sometimes, […]
30
Jun
Jun
Long-lasting limestone has a classic visual appeal, plus it’s versatile and easy to maintain. So a floor in it can add significant value to your home. But, like anything else, it needs regular cleaning. The usual drill Clearly, limestone is quite a soft natural stone. And so dirt and small objects can damage it pretty […]
Countertop, Granite Cleaning, Limestone, Marble, stone cleaning, Worktop
Renovation ideas to kick-start your dream kitchen within your budget
25
Jun
Jun
As we’ve often said, it’s the most important place in the house, and the heart of the home. But, after a while, even the smartest kitchen can start to look a tad tired. However, you don’t have to replace the whole room. Instead, try these budget-friendly ideas for refreshing this part of your home. That […]
18
Jun
Jun
Wood floor polish adds a protective finish to your flooring or other hardwood product, and helps to repel stains and spillages while preventing scuffs and scratches and reducing the potentially damaging impact of wear and tear. Polishing adds sheen, and can also help to fill tiny scratches, making them less visible to the human eye. […]
13
Jun
Jun
The practice of spring cleaning dates back to a time when open fires heated homes and there was minimal ventilation, so that heat didn’t escape. Inevitably, this created vast amounts of dust and soot. But as the weather warmed, a house would be opened up and the accumulated dirt cleaned. There are other traditions of […]
08
Jun
Jun
Staining a real hardwood floor gives it shine, depth and warmth while enhancing your room’s overall appearance. However, if you don’t handle the process correctly, you won’t achieve the desired effect. While it may sound obvious, it’s worth remembering that staining isn’t the same as finishing. It colours a floor, enhancing or altering the shade […]
03
Jun
Jun
A recent study shows that nearly half (44%) of UK adults feel envious of other people’s kitchens. Meanwhile, two-thirds admit their own is not the ‘dream’ space they’d love to have. Electrical appliance giant Beko commissioned the research. It found that almost one in five (18%) used their kitchen to entertain in. This means the […]
Countertop, Granite Cleaning, stone cleaning, Worktop
How to disinfect and polish a granite kitchen countertop
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May
May
It may (thankfully) already be a memory, but the Covid-19 pandemic has made everyone more conscious of hygiene, not least in the kitchen. Yet, viral diseases aside, keeping kitchen worktops in a condition so pristine that they’re clean enough to eat off is never a bad idea. Granite countertops typically come sealed. But that doesn’t […]