If you’re playing host for this year’s festivities, you’ll want to get your house in order (quite literally) ahead of the big day. The good news is that you haven’t left it too late to make some significant changes to the heart of your home before December 25. And what better time to use your […]
Category Archives: stone cleaning
Countertop, Limestone, stone cleaning, Worktop
Use limestone tiles for stunning yet functional wet room
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Dec
Dec
Unless you’ve been living on a different planet, you’ll have an idea of what a wet room is. But, essentially, and to recap, it’s a completely waterproofed bathroom whose shower is at the same level as the rest of the floor. Water drains via a flush drain in the shower area. A waterproof membrane seals […]
Countertop, Floor Cleaning, Limestone, stone cleaning, Worktop
What affects the price of my limestone countertops?
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Dec
Dec
Limestone is one of the most beautifully elegant natural stone countertops you can have in your home. Understandably, a worktop in this material is not the cheapest thing you can buy. Indeed, for the average size of kitchen, you’ll be looking at a bill amounting to hundreds of pounds. But costs can vary considerably. Here, […]
Countertop, Granite Cleaning, stone cleaning, Worktop
Why you should NEVER clean granite with vinegar
02
Dec
Dec
It’s not hard to see why granite is such a popular choice in modern homes. It’s a naturally durable, scratch and heat-resistant, long-lasting material, after all. What’s more, it’s generally a doddle to maintain and keep at its gloriously smart-looking best. But low maintenance does not mean no maintenance. And, clearly, keeping visible dirt at […]
Floor Cleaning, Granite Cleaning, Limestone, Marble, stone cleaning
Which stone flooring would be best for me?
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Nov
Nov
If you’re thinking about manufactured or real stone for your floor, you can look forward to a smart-looking yet highly practical end result. You’ll also be adding character and value to your property. What’s more, it could cost you a lot less than you realised. But each material will have different benefits and drawbacks. Equally, […]
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Nov
Nov
Limestone is known for its durability and elegant appearance. Additionally, you can use it in just about any room in the house. Most limestone cleaning is also pretty straightforward – you’ll just need a mop or a damp cloth. What’s more, people have used this material in construction for centuries. One room you may not […]
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Oct
Oct
There are numerous benefits to having a limestone fireplace, including this gorgeous stone’s natural durability – plus the fact that it doesn’t easily dent, scratch or otherwise get damaged. It also has great heat-resistant properties and, apart from anything else, looks stunning. And for manufacturers, it’s softer than equivalent materials, and so easier to work […]
Countertop, Granite Cleaning, stone cleaning, Worktop
Four key reasons you need granite in your kitchen
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Oct
Oct
When it comes to choices for kitchen surfaces, the modern market offers plenty of choice. And granite is just one of a number of gorgeous natural stones from which to take your pick. But we’re often asked – what makes this material stand out? Here, we list four of the top reasons we think it’s […]
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Oct
Oct
For centuries, marble has been the stone of choice for elegant homes – ever since it was used in places such as the Pantheon, Parthenon and Taj Mahal. It was the Greeks and Romans who first recognised its natural beauty and durability. (They especially favoured calacatta and carrrara varieties. And this was due to their […]
Countertop, Granite Cleaning, Limestone, Marble, stone cleaning, Worktop
The kitchen colour that’s making a come-black!
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Sep
Sep
It seems that black kitchen worktops are having something of a moment as they make a sensational comeback. Here are our tips for rocking this dramatic shade (and others) in your home. Back to black According to influential interior design website Living Etc., the days of dazzling white kitchens could be numbered. And having dark […]