Marble has graced homes and other structures for hundreds of years, with its designs evolving over the ages. Today, it’s used seamlessly across a broad line-up of interior (and exterior) settings. Here, we take a look at how this gorgeous natural stone has changed over time, and remained important to modern home design. Ancient times […]
Tag Archives: Marble Countertop Restoration
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Jun
Jun
In previous blogs, we’ve spent quite a lot of time discussing the best products to use in marble cleaning. But what about the things to avoid? Here, we take a look at the things you should NEVER use. After all, marble is a soft, porous stone which the wrong cleaning methods or harsh chemicals can […]
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Jun
Jun
Natural stones like marble, limestone and granite not only look great while being durable and long-lasting, they can also be the environmentally conscious, sustainable option. Here, we take a look at how you can make an informed choice: Go for recycled materials Choose natural stone products incorporating recycled materials. Examples could include recycled glass or […]
Granite Cleaning, Limestone, Marble, stone cleaning
Are composites better at resisting water damage or natural stone?
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Apr
Apr
Few areas of your home get greater exposure to moisture than the bathroom. So this area is highly vulnerable to problems from staining to mould growth, cracking and long-term damage from water. Your choice of bathroom countertop material will have a big impact on how severe any issues are. And if you’re deciding between composite […]
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Mar
Mar
If the recent festivities have given you cause to reassess your property in 2026, you may well be looking at your kitchen first. After all, while it may be a cliché, it’s known as the heart of the home for a good reason. Plus you can have fun thinking about colours, materials and other ideas. […]
Countertop, Granite Cleaning, Limestone, Marble, Quartz, Worktop
Best kitchen layouts for optimising countertop space
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Apr
Apr
If you’ve made it your New Year’s resolution to revamp your kitchen, its layout should be a key consideration. And if you want to maximise available countertop areas, you’re certainly not alone. After all, making best use of space is vital in ensuring your kitchen functions smoothly. You don’t want to be struggling, for example, […]
Countertop, Granite Cleaning, Limestone, Marble, Worktop
Most homeowners upgrade countertops in renovation
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Mar
Mar
The UK Houzz Kitchen Trends survey it out . either currently planning or have recently completed a kitchen renovation has revealed that the vast majority of homeowners (92%) who refurbished their kitchens also refitted their countertops at the same time. Among the popular choices for the new features were engineered quartz (42%), butcher’s block or a […]
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Feb
Feb
Adhesive marks typically come from sticky tape, or perhaps because a child has decided to plant a sticker or label on your worktop or other precious marble surface. Not only can these blemishes gather dirt, making the texture uneven, it’s virtually impossible to remove them completely with a bit of scratching by hand. What’s more, […]
Concrete Restoration, Countertop, Granite Cleaning, Limestone, Marble, stone cleaning, Worktop
How to declutter your kitchen worktops this January
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Feb
Feb
We know we’ve addressed this issue previously. But a new year is a great season for decluttering your home. And given that January can often be one of the quieter months, you may find you have more time for it – and for reaping the resulting practical and wellbeing benefits. So here are some more […]
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Dec
Dec
Thanks to its timeless style and elegance, combined with durability and practicality, marble remains a popular choice for everything from bathroom vanities to kitchen worktops and floor tiles. This gorgeous stone is also water-resistant, resists changes in temperature and is, broadly speaking, pretty easy to look after. But marble cleaning is always something people ask […]