The current health crisis is clearly a time of worry for most of us. And we don’t know when the coronavirus pandemic will ease. But there are many simple things we can all do to prevent infection – and infecting others, from handwashing and social distancing to, of course, most importantly, just staying at home. […]
Category Archives: Floor Cleaning
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Jan
Jan
Cool, smooth to the touch and moisture-resistant, marble is an elegant, stylish material that’s a natural choice for the bathroom. Use marble in flooring, wall cladding and even on sanitary ware items like baths and sinks. To all intents and purposes, marble is fully waterproof for the domestic bathroom. Equally, it’s a practical choice given […]
Floor Cleaning, Marble, stone cleaning, Worktop
Why marble cleaning always needs a little extra care and attention!
15
Jan
Jan
A recent letter from a reader to a national newspaper’s ‘consumer champion’ column reminded us how important it is to get marble cleaning absolutely right, every time. The London-based correspondent, named only as DP, had turned to a website to find a new cleaner for their home. The site assured ‘DP’ that a five-star, experienced […]
Countertop, Floor Cleaning, Marble, stone cleaning, Worktop
Time to clean your cleaners? The products that don’t work
27
Dec
Dec
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, 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 […]
Countertop, Floor Cleaning, Granite Cleaning, Marble, Quartz, stone cleaning, Worktop
Using vinegar in cleaning – and when you shouldn’t
10
Jul
Jul
You may not realise just how useful vinegar can be when it comes to cleaning up at home. Don’t confuse this completely natural product with the stuff you use in cooking or sprinkle on your salad – cleaning vinegar is different. For a start, it’s 6% acid, making it far stronger than regular white vinegar. […]
Driveway Cleaning, Floor Cleaning, Patio cleaning, pressure washing
Tips for removing oil stains from your driveway
05
Jul
Jul
Summer is approaching rapidly, and it’s the best time of year to tackle all those outdoor jobs you’ve been putting off until now, including sprucing up your outside areas like patios and driveways. Your driveway plays a key role in what estate agents call ‘kerb appeal’, or the attractiveness of a property when seen from […]
30
May
May
If you’re lucky enough to have a natural stone floor, it will almost certainly need cleaning over time as grouting discolours and tiles lose their sparkle. However, basic upkeep is pretty easy. What we explain here really applies best to travertine, but you can adapt the techniques for any kind of natural stone floor. Preparation […]
15
May
May
As a material, marble is a timeless classic, lending any room it’s found in a feeling of true luxury. Here, we share 10 facts about this porous stone that may be news to you: It hails from the mountains Marble is found in mountainous areas of the US, Europe (especially Italy), Asia and South America. […]