Limestone is a naturally occurring substance which makes an outstanding material for kitchen countertops as well as things like bathroom vanity units. However, being paler in colour and more porous than similar options, it can stain, while any blemishes are potentially likely to stand out. Luckily, there are things you can do to keep your […]
Category Archives: stone cleaning
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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?
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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 […]
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Jan
Jan
Your kitchen worktops are where you throw down shopping bags and other items, chop food and prepare meals; essentially, they’re an important part of your daily life. Equally, they have a massive impact on the overall look of this most crucial room in the house. So it’s vital that they look right, and are up […]
Concrete Restoration, Floor Cleaning, pressure washing, stone cleaning
Concrete bathroom floors – what are the pros and cons?
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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, Countertop, Marble, stone cleaning
What natural stone countertops could do for your bathroom
03
Dec
Dec
When planning a new bathroom, it can be easy to overlook countertop surfaces. Yet that’s perhaps slightly surprising when you consider the difference these products can make to a bathroom’s overall appearance. Clearly, the design you choose will depend on individual tastes, décor and property style and type. Budget will also be important. But worktops […]