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How to clean your limestone fireplace

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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 […]

How do I choose the best stone flooring?

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Stone flooring offers numerous possibilities, whether you go for a manufactured or natural product. Clearly, each material type has its drawbacks and benefits. But real stone flooring looks stunning while being strongly practical. Equally, it adds character plus value to your property. What’s more, stone floors are more cost-effective than you may have realised. But […]

Giving your limestone a spring clean via our tips!

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It’s that time of year again when you may be considering a deep or spring clean of your kitchen. And while that’s an excellent idea, if you’re scouring the internet for ‘cleaning hacks’ it’s worth appreciating that some home-made remedies can end up doing more harm than good. That’s especially the case where a sensitive […]

How to light up your stone kitchen worktops

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We’ve written in a previous post about the trend for giving marble countertops a glowing appearance through backlighting to highlight the stone’s beauty and texture. Here, we look at other ways of lighting up natural stone worktops if you’re lucky enough to have them. Although doing this can seem challenging initially, it’s important. After all, […]

Limestone cleaning: dealing with years of neglect

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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 […]

Some great ideas for limestone countertops

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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 […]

Why pH levels matter when it comes to limestone cleaning

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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 […]

Small kitchen? Here’s how you can make it look bigger

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If your kitchen is on the small side, you’re certainly not alone. But the good news is that there are things you can do to create a sense of space without changing your square footage, or ordering an expensive renovation. Here are our key tips: Bring the outdoors inside If you fit double French doors, […]

How to shift soap scum from the limestone in your bathroom

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Lucky enough to have limestone tiles, countertops or flooring in your bathroom? There are a number of benefits to using this natural stone in this area of your home. It resists bacteria and mould, looks amazing and feels nice and soft underfoot. And, after all, it was good enough for the Pyramids of Giza. So […]

Where does limestone come from?

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Limestone is a natural stone that’s hewn from the ground in large slabs or chunks. It comes into being over thousands of years from the build-up of debris on the sea bed. So it mainly comprises crushed shells, with some minerals and sand included, along with, sometimes, parts of coral reefs. Limestone-rich areas in the […]