If you’re trying to shift stains from concrete, it can seem a challenging task. And they can range from paint spills on the garage floor to oil marks on the driveway to mildew anywhere. Why is concrete a particular challenge? There are various reasons why concrete poses specific challenges when it comes to dirt removal. […]
Category Archives: Floor Cleaning
Concrete Restoration, Floor Cleaning, pressure washing, stone cleaning
Concrete bathroom floors – what are the pros and cons?
31
Dec
Dec
It’s a leading building material used globally, and perhaps more readily associated with ‘brutalist’ architecture. But it’s becoming increasingly popular in interior design, and replacing the traditional materials used in countertops, including natural stone. That includes an area of a place where you perhaps wouldn’t expect to see concrete – the bathroom. These days, this […]
Floor Cleaning, Granite Cleaning, Quartz, stone cleaning, Travertine
What is leathered stone – and is it a good look for your home?
16
Dec
Dec
Natural stone countertops are a big draw in any home, whether they’re in granite, quartz or marble. And one growing trend for these worktops is to have them in leathered stone. What is it>? Essentially, in most cases, craftsmen polish the slab to make a natural stone product. Because of this, the stone has that […]
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Dec
Dec
Spillages which leave a stain behind are part and parcel of daily life. Over the course of your time in a property, you’re bound to knock things over at some point, and drop and splash liquids. Unfortunately, if you’ve had an accident with something like red wine, or anything acidic, and you get the liquid […]
Concrete Restoration, Floor Cleaning, Patio cleaning, pressure washing, Worktop
Interior décor: homing in on concrete
21
Nov
Nov
Concrete was perhaps once synonymous with dreary-looking structures and people considered it a functional, even industrial material. But that’s no longer the case. In fact, this substance is a lot more versatile than you realise. And it can help create a unique look in your home. Perhaps unsurprisingly, concrete and its variants, including terrazzo, have […]
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, […]
15
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 […]
16
Aug
Aug
It’s the interiors trend that’s taking the UK by storm! We’re seeing it everywhere this summer, from wallpaper to kitchen countertops and flooring. And you can find items in a terrazzo-style pattern on everything from lampshades to drinks coasters. Terrazzo means terrace – it comes from Italy, where people used it first in flooring in […]
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Jul
Jul
Lockdown has caused many of us to see our homes through new eyes after spending so many weeks there. And your bathroom may well be one area you feel is ready for a refresh. One material you may not have considered using in this most personal and important of spaces is quartz. But in fact […]