People often ask us about whether they can clean marble with baking soda – so we thought we’d provide a brief overview here. The short answer is that you can use baking soda on most types of marbles. What’s more, there are various benefits to doing so, as we explain below. However, you do need […]
Category Archives: stone cleaning
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Jun
Jun
If you’ve just moved into a different property, congratulations on your new home! But while it’s exciting, it’s also likely to be an incredibly busy time. And if your new pad has a limestone floor, countertop or tiles which the previous owners haven’t looked after, it can seem quite the challenge. After all, you could […]
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Jun
Jun
If you’re wondering which granite finish would best suit you and your home, you’re not alone. And if you’ve decided to go for this beautiful natural stone in your kitchen, you’re lucky in that there are many different granite finishes from which to take your pick. Polished or rough? Most granite has a form of […]
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May
May
Gorgeous limestone comes in an array of colours and patterns. And, with the right maintenance and care, it can provide many years of pleasure. What’s more, it’s pretty cost-effective, especially when compared with alternative materials. Equally, it’s versatile enough to suit a variety of interior design styles. If you’re considering this attractive natural stone for […]
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May
May
The weather may have been variable to say the least, but it does seem that spring is at long last with us. And along with (hopefully) blue skies, flowers and Easter eggs, it is, of course, traditionally a season for deep cleaning. Declutter, dust parts of the house you didn’t know gathered dirt, and clean […]
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May
May
Beautiful and long-lasting, granite has become a popular choice in many different properties. And, these days, that extends to flooring as well as countertops. Here’s our guide to cleaning your granite floor – it’s something we’re often asked about. Made up of quartz, mica and other minerals, silica-rich granite is typically red, grey, white or […]
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Apr
Apr
If you want to add a dash of elegance to any room, you could do far worse than go for black marble tiling. The only potential snag is that, if you don’t clean your beautiful natural stone properly, it can lead to noticeable streaking. And things can go wrong in particular if you don’t use […]
Concrete Restoration, Countertop, Floor Cleaning, Granite Cleaning, stone cleaning, Worktop
Granite worktops and hot pans problems
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Apr
Apr
At RSC, we’re often asked about hot pots and pans and granite surfaces, so here we thought we’d look into this issue and the potential associated risks in a little more detail. The risks explained Wondering whether you can place a hot pan directly on a granite countertop from the hob? Essentially, you should understand […]
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Apr
Apr
Occasionally, a limestone floor can begin to crack for no apparent reason, even if it is a number of years old. Here, we offer a guide to what you can do – and cover some of the possible causes. Cracking means movement in your stone Limestone is very durable, and so it is unlikely that […]
Countertop, Floor Cleaning, Limestone, stone cleaning, Worktop
Why pH levels matter when it comes to limestone cleaning
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Apr
Apr
The internet is awash with ‘cleaning hacks’ and tips recommending bicarb of soda, water and lemon, soda crystals or vinegar. And homemade cleaning products have a strong appeal. How pH levels affect limestone However, limestone is, of course, a natural stone. As such, it is particularly sensitive to highly acid and alkaline liquids. Lemon and […]