At the time of writing, we still don’t know whether lockdown restrictions will ease as planned on June 21. But, this summer, entertaining and socialising are set to be firmly back on the agenda, outside or otherwise. Over the long months of lockdown, we’ve all looked at our homes more critically, especially heavily used rooms […]
Category Archives: Marble
Countertop, Granite Cleaning, Limestone, Marble, stone cleaning, Worktop
Choosing the right kitchen worktops for your home
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Jun
Jun
The most recent lockdown seems to have been the longest and toughest to get through. But most of us are cautiously hopeful the end is in sight. And if the long housebound weeks and months have made you look at your home afresh, you’re not alone. We know we always say it, but the kitchen […]
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Jun
Jun
If you’ve just installed a marble floor, bathroom vanity unit or kitchen worktop, congratulations! You will no doubt love the way you have added a permanent touch of style and elegance to your home. But, as a natural stone, marble certainly isn’t immune to damage, neither does it tend to be an especially cheap material. […]
Countertop, Floor Cleaning, Marble, stone cleaning, Worktop
What should I do if marble chips or cracks?
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May
May
Few materials top the natural elegance of marble, or add more character, whether you have it as a worktop, floor or fireplace in your home, workplace or a property you’re developing or renting out. People often ask us what they should do if this stone becomes damaged in any way, through cracking or chipping or […]
Countertop, Granite Cleaning, Limestone, Marble, Quartz, Worktop
Things to consider if you’re considering revamping your kitchen countertops
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May
May
If the lengthy months of lockdown have meant you’re looking at your home with fresh eyes, you’re far from alone. And it’s the ‘heart of the home’, so the kitchen is probably a room you’ll be looking at more closely than most. And when it comes to kitchen revamps, countertops are consistently among the most […]
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Mar
Mar
Durable, dense and a great insulator against heat, marble makes a superb choice for fireplaces and surrounds. Also versatile and low-maintenance, these units bring warmth, beauty and elegance into your home. One thing we’re often asked is whether marble fireplaces stain easily, and whether they should be sealed. Here, we attempt to answer those questions. […]
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Feb
Feb
Few things add a more classily elegant accent to a kitchen or bathroom than a marble countertop. But to keep worktops or vanity units looking their beautiful best, you need to understand how to look after them. It’s also worth knowing why some of the more common issues can occur. To start to understand why […]
Countertop, Limestone, Marble, stone cleaning
What is limestone and why use it for kitchen countertops?
17
Feb
Feb
A common form of carbonate, sedentary rock, limestone is made up mainly of calcite and aragonite. These two minerals are different forms of calcium carbonate. Soft, porous limestone is also readily available, and easy to shape and form. People have used it in buildings for centuries. And you’ll find it in world-famous sites such as […]
Countertop, Granite Cleaning, Marble, Quartz, stone cleaning, Worktop
Scratching the surface, ridding natural stone countertops of annoying marks!
11
Feb
Feb
Life has changed significantly for most of us over the past year, with Covid meaning nearly all of us are spending more time at home than ever. So with more household members likely to be around far longer during the day than ‘normal’ times (remember those?), your kitchen is likely getting a lot more use […]
Concrete Restoration, Countertop, Granite Cleaning, Marble, Quartz, stone cleaning, Worktop
What kitchen trends are we likely to see in 2021?
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Jan
Jan
As we’ve often said before, it’s the hub of the home and one of the first rooms you’re likely to renovate. So when it comes to interior design trends, those for the kitchen are particularly fast-moving. And social media accounts tend to be full of glossy pictures of the latest styles. Marble set to stay […]