Durable, dense and a great insulator against heat, marble makes a superb choice for fireplaces and surrounds. Also versatile and low-maintenance, these units bring warmth, beauty and elegance into your home. One thing we’re often asked is whether marble fireplaces stain easily, and whether they should be sealed. Here, we attempt to answer those questions. […]
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As autumn deepens and winter approaches, it’s a good time to focus attention inwards on home and (literally) hearth. And few living room focal points beat a fireplace. Here, we offer a few tips to fire (excuse the pun) the imagination, whether you’re fitting a new unit or considering adding one to your home. Store […]
A popular choice for modern fireplaces, micro marble comprises crushed natural stone mixed with resin. The finish and colouring in this material are beautifully even and consistent, creating a soft, warm look to your stone. So it’s not surprising that these models are outstripping the conventional version of the material. What else is in it […]
Widely considered since ancient times to be one of the most luxurious and visually appealing natural stones, marble is still the material of choice for many residential and public buildings. Its naturally elegant appearance certainly add to a room’s beauty. However, if you’re choosing marble flooring, you’ll be aware that this stuff is not exactly […]
We can all hope we’re over the worst of the winter, and that spring, and eventually summer, are on their way. So you may think it’s no time to be thinking about fitting a real fireplace. But, actually, the warmer months are the ideal time of year for this job. Then you can look forward […]
The celebrations may be long over, but it’s still a new decade, and we’re barely a few weeks into 2020. So while many of us may have ditched those New Year’s resolutions by now, there’s still time to look at how interior design is likely to evolve over the months and years ahead. Less is […]
A recent letter from a reader to a national newspaper’s ‘consumer champion’ column reminded us how important it is to get marble cleaning absolutely right, every time. The London-based correspondent, named only as DP, had turned to a website to find a new cleaner for their home. The site assured ‘DP’ that a five-star, experienced […]
When you want to clean a surface, you probably just grab a sponge and cleaning product and get to work. You may not think too much about it. But when consumer advocacy group Choice carried out some testing recently, they found that many surface-cleansing products are actually no more effective than water. Some are actively […]
If you’re lucky enough to have a marble floor in your home or business, you’ll know how stunning this natural stone can look. But while marble is durable and great to look at it, it’s also prone to stains. To keep your marble floor looking its best, learn how to look after them. Here are […]
As a material, marble is a timeless classic, lending any room it’s found in a feeling of true luxury. Here, we share 10 facts about this porous stone that may be news to you: It hails from the mountains Marble is found in mountainous areas of the US, Europe (especially Italy), Asia and South America. […]