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Slate Floor Tiles - Restoration and Maintenance Guide     Choosing slate tiles for your floor or wall not only adds a touch of sophistication to your space but also ensures longevity and low maintenance.  Various types of slate are fitted to interior flooring and walls or used to create fireplace mantles. However, the most common type of slate found in kitchens is Chinese or Indian Slate. Traditional grey and blue slate comes in second, often used on roofs or fireplace mantles. Finally, Brazilian black slate is also found in kitchens, living areas and bathrooms. Continue reading this article to learn how to clean, seal and maintain slate floor tiles.  Continue reading →

How to Repair Travertine Tiles Travertine tiles are susceptible to holes, cracks voids and chips. As well as being unsightly, these damages are dangerous to walk on. Fortunately, these defects are easily repairable with the right tools. You won't even need professional assistance. In this article, we'll explain just how to repair travertine with a complete travertine repair kit.  Continue reading →

How to Polish Old Limestone Floors      After installation, stone surfaces often appear dull and have no shine. An effective polishing powder indefinitely erases this appearance and leaves a brilliant shine on any surface. Unpolished limestone floors are more vulnerable to water damage and high levels of traffic. Polished surfaces become more durable and water-repellent preventing both minor and major damage. Polishing surfaces also increases their dirt resistance, keeping them cleaner for longer. Continue reading to learn how to polish limestone floors.  Continue reading →

Terrazzo Flooring Care: Sealing, Cleaning and Maintenance Commercial uses for Terazzo - Which industry uses this stone mix for flooring? While hospitals rely on terrazzo for hygiene and durability, airports and commercial buildings tend to use terrazzo in much larger volumes due to the vast square footage covered. Why Seal Terrazzo Floors? Protect the newly polished terrazzo surface and enhance its durability According to the National Terrazzo and Mosaic Association, sealing terrazzo is imperative. In fact, installers typically seal the terrazzo based on a recommendation from the manufacturer. NTMA terrazzo flooring specifications highly recommend a sealer applied to this surface immediately following the final polishing. Continue reading →

How to seal and protect your terracotta floor tiles Today, I will take you through a step-by-step guide detailing the best way to protect terracotta floor tiles against stains and enhance them with a golden glow. This technique is suitable for freshly installed terracotta floors or long-standing surfaces.  Read this article to learn how to seal terracotta tiles to protect and enhance your floors.  Continue reading →

How to Seal Natural Stone Floors   After installing new tile and stone surfaces into your property, the build of stains, dampness and rusting is inevitable. However, with the proper impregnating sealer, the time, money and effort you have expanded will not go to waste. Protect natural stone surfaces with the best form of protection. In this article, you'll learn how to seal natural stone floors for protection against rising damp and water damage.  Continue reading →

Natural Stone Restoration & Maintenance Guide Whether you're a new property owner looking to restore natural stone tiles or looking for a simple method of reinvigorating old surfaces, here's our guide on how to restore and maintain natural stone tiles. Along with our instructions, we have a list of recommended products to restore natural stone flooring to its former glory and maintain the restorations. Continue reading →

How to Remove Stains from Countertop     After investing in a stunning porcelain or marble countertop for your kitchen, you know that properly cleaning and maintaining it is the only way to preserve its natural beauty. Cleaning kitchen countertops is easy if you have the right tools and knowledge. For the best way to remove stains from countertops around your home, we've prepared a hit list of the best products and tops to keep your surfaces looking as good as new.  Continue reading →

How to Remove Epoxy Residues & Grout from Old Tiles   In this article, I will take you through a step-by-step guide on how to remove epoxy grout, sealer and wax from previously installed stone surfaces. This method makes use of specialised solutions to achieve unique results whether you’re a professional or a beginner. During the stone tile installation process, installers use pre-mixed brush-in resin grouts. While these do offer heightened bond strength and resistance to water and staining, they also come with disadvantages. These resin grouts are difficult to work with and easily stain tiles.  This wax and epoxy grout residue removing method gets rid of these stains to restore your great-looking stone tiles.  Continue reading →

How to remove stains and floor wax from stone floors - Double Stripping Method     In this article, I will share a comprehensive guide to getting rid of stubborn wax and stains on stone flooring. This is a technique that both our professional and DIY customers can use. So, what is this method called? The Double Stripping Method. Now, I'm going to show you exactly how to use the Double Stripping Method, step by step. Continue reading →