Hardwearing, low-maintenance limestone gives a fantastic finish to a floor. You can also have a rich variety of colours, textures and finishes. But it does need to be sealed post-fitting, just as many other natural materials do. And that’s because it’s a sedimentary rock, mainly comprising calcium carbonate. It’s also naturally porous. So applying a […]
Category Archives: Limestone
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May
May
Decided you want a fireplace in your home? You’ll find a vast array of products on the market from which to take your pick. Indeed, it can be hard to know which option would be the best-looking, longest-lasting and most suitable generally for your home. One substance you may not have considered is limestone. Here, […]
01
May
May
The ex-Spice Girl Geri Halliwell (Ginger Spice) has made an Instagram reel about how, of all things, she brews up a refreshing cup of ginger tea. But it wasn’t her beverage-making skills that attracted attention. Instead, it was her kitchen surfaces, which looked rather, shall we say, lived-in. Based on the evidence of the clip, […]
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Mar
Mar
Marble has been around for millennia. It’s bold, elegant, and people will always use it in kitchen countertops, fireplaces and more. However, limestone can make for a fresh and exciting alternative. And with its textured finish and understated colouring, limestone is especially well-suited to settings such as spas and bathrooms. That’s because settings like these […]
Countertop, Granite Cleaning, Limestone, Marble, Worktop
Details you may never overlook with countertops
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Mar
Mar
There are myriad options from which to take your pick when it comes to worktops. So it may be a little harder to get your countertop choice right than you initially realised. Indeed, with potentially thousands of options on offer, it can be easy to feel slightly overwhelmed. What’s more, any kitchen countertop represents a […]
Concrete Restoration, Countertop, Granite Cleaning, Limestone, Marble, stone cleaning, Worktop
How to declutter your kitchen worktops this January
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Feb
Feb
We know we’ve addressed this issue previously. But a new year is a great season for decluttering your home. And given that January can often be one of the quieter months, you may find you have more time for it – and for reaping the resulting practical and wellbeing benefits. So here are some more […]
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Dec
Dec
Kitchen islands can provide numerous benefits, including the creation of a casual seating area, the provision of extra storage and food prep space plus a convenient place to keep all your appliances. And if you go for a model in gorgeous limestone, you can reap numerous additional advantages as you enjoy this lovely natural material. […]
Granite Cleaning, Limestone, Marble, stone cleaning
The key mistakes to avoid when cleaning natural stone
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Dec
Dec
Cleaning natural stone can feel like a daunting business, but it certainly doesn’t have to be. And the good news is that it’s easy to avoid these common mistakes so that your stone stays looking its glorious best. Don’t use harsh or abrasive chemicals Yes, we know we’ve said this before. But it’s worth repeating. […]
Countertop, Floor Cleaning, Limestone, stone cleaning, Worktop
Limestone paving slabs: frequently asked questions
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Oct
Oct
Limestone is an entirely natural product, and an excellent choice as paving for driveways, patios and walkways. As a building material, it’s also a key component of cement. And while it may look quite similar to sandstone, it’s actually a very different substance. Here we answer some questions people often ask us about this stone […]
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Sep
Sep
As we pass the halfway mark of 2023, we thought it’d be a good time to look at some popular kitchen design trends for the year. We hope these ideas for sustainable materials, colours and storage options provide inspiration; they’re set to remain sought-after as we move into the second half of the year. Sustainable […]