Natural Stone Cleaning Leeds

There are clear ways in which you can identify a professional that will offer a superior service and finish for your stone floors. This will be shown in their approach to ensure that the services delivered are specialised and individual, tailored to your requirements.

It is so often the fact that we visit homes where clients have had experience of other stone cleaning organisations that have completed unsatisfactory workmanship. It happens far too regularly that clients are told incorrect information; the end result being a stone floor that is not finished to a high enough standard.

We have learned that it is incredibly important to be knowledgeable about both the product variations and the best techniques. This combination is pivotal to offering the best finish and falling short of that is unacceptable.

Each job provides a varying array of challenges and each floor has experienced different deteriorating factors, including:

• footfall variations
• staining
• possible damage
• incorrect cleaning products used
• ingrained dirt
• wear of previous finish
• humidity and moisture levels

Although stone restoration specialists attend courses and achieve accreditations that allow them to practice their trade; it is easily identifiable that this needs to be combined with an inbuilt passion for the trade and experience.

Our sheer determination to deliver a brilliant finish means that we will apply our in-depth knowledge to every project that we take on. If we are not satisfied at any part of the process, we will work to ensure a solution is identified.

Essentially it takes more than machinery and products to produce a great result every time without exception. And this is where we stand out from our competition.

If you would like to arrange a quotation or test area for your stone flooring please call today on 0845 4599941 and we will be happy to arrange it for a date and time that is convenient for you.

Why Use Natural Stone Flooring?

These pictures show a Limestone floor that we deep cleaned and restored in Lincoln. Limestone tiles are incredibly hard wearing and once restored can be kept clean simply.

Stone tiles can improve with age with the correct care, unlike other floor covering alternatives. Their longevity of their lifespan pays testament to their true value for money.

One of the best features of stone floors is their adaptability to suit almost every décor within different types of homes. Your flooring can remain whilst everything around it changes; tiles are timeless and will work to compliment different styles.

The differing natural shades provide a truly unique floor every time. Admittedly this limestone flooring looked slightly lifeless when we arrived. It was dull and did not adequately show the true beauty of the floor tiles.

The homeowners really wanted a polished stone finish to the tiles. We discussed the stone restoration process and the level of care required after the project was completed.

Each of the tiles that we deep cleaned varied in their colouration and a top quality installation specialist will monitor the colour during the process of laying the tiled floor. They are able to select a layout pattern which will add depth to the floor; one of the true advantages of a natural stone floor.

The tiles were resurfaced with our industrial machinery; this takes the tiles back to their most natural state. The floor is then finished and sealed with our specialist stone sealers.

The end result was a beautifully polished limestone floor; our clients were incredibly pleased and felt like they had a different floor the transformation was so vast. If you would like to find out more about our stone polishing services please call today on 0845 4599941.

The process of stone floor restoration requires skill and experience. Natural stone and manmade tile are complex in their very makeup. It requires vigilance to offer the best possible finish.

The feel of sophistication and class is unavoidable when faced with a large expanse of beautiful stone flooring.

Stone floors provide an attractive, functional and practical flooring solution. There are many factors that deteriorate stone tiles and this is, unfortunately, unavoidable. Years of regular use, spills, scuffs and foot traffic may leave them looking lifeless.

A huge benefit of stone is that it can be skilfully restored; we have developed this magnificent process to be tailored to the different requirements of each type of floor.

The process works effectively to grind away scratches, scuffs, etching and dull spots on the surface of the stone. This abrasive process reveals a new layer that allows a brilliant starting point to polish and finish.

Diamond abrasive pads are used to smooth the surface of the stone. Water is used so it is imperative that all furniture, skirting boards and walls are fully protected. We take great care in this procedure.

Our TOP TIP is to make sure that the correct cleaning products are selected. We make sure that our clients are left with advice on the best-available products for their particular stone type. Acidic solutions can develop staining spots that are clearly visible and cannot be removed.

Did you know…. Harmful chemicals can cause damage, corrosion and discolouration. This offers an insight into the knowledge base required to successfully restore stone tiles.

Make sure you…. Mop up liquid spillages immediately and frequent removal of dirt and particles by sweeping will help your stone floor look better for longer.

Always…. Put an entrance mat at your front and back door to help reduce deteriorating particles from entering your home or business.

We invite you to call to arrange a quotation and to discuss how best to restore stone floors. Call today on 0845 4599941.

Stone flooring is a dynamic application and it offers natural beauty and durability. This shows why it is so universally popular and admired.

Some of our clients are unaware of the available variations; the below information proves how every stone floor is unique and is a creation of skilled craftsmanship. Stone floors offer versatility through:

• Colour variations
• Texture differences
• Tile sizes
• Edge treatment options
• Stone finish

Below are some other benefits that stone flooring offers:

Through the warmer months stone flooring keeps the inside temperature cooler.

Another benefit is the option to have unfloor heating fitted prior to installation. This offers the opportunity of warm stone flooring throughout the colder winter months.

If you are looking for a hygienic flooring option then stone tiles should be high on your list. Carpets and some other floor coverings harbour bacteria, dirt and allergens which can provide problems for allergy suffers.

Stone floors do not absorb such particles in the same way and can be easily cleaned or vacuumed to instantly remove the pollutants.

Another benefit is the value for money that stone floors provides. They will, if looked after correctly, last a lifetime and certainly add value to your property. This shows evidence that it is a cost effective investment for your home or business.

We are extremely excited that demand for our services through repeat custom and recommendation is taking us further and further afield. We offer a flexible, yet structured approach. If we are able to work within your required timescales we will always endeavour to do so. We will then offer structured information on the process and the results that we can achieve.

If you would like to arrange a quotation to clean your natural stone flooring or tiled floor please contact us today on 0845 4599941.

We were asked to strip back this incredible marble floor in Huddersfield. The homeowners felt as though over time that the floor tiles had become dull and lacklustre.

They wanted their marble tiles to be restored to a high-gloss finish. There was a large expanse of tiles throughout the kitchen and living area as well as the downstairs WC and utility room.

Whilst deliberating about the stone finish that they wanted we discussed the benefits and possible drawbacks of polished tiles over a more honed (or matt finish) tile.

Matt Finish:

Benefits:

• A matt finish for a tile is often said to offer a more modern appearance to a space.
• The maintenance required for this tile finish is reduced in comparison to gloss tiles. Soap marks are unlikely to show.
• Matt tiles provide a natural appearance that can often be said to reflect a more individual and authentic look.

Drawbacks:

• A non-polished tile is likely more vulnerable to show scratches, scuffs and stains.
• Although deep cleaning is not as frequently required; if matt tiles do need cleaning it is understood to be more labour intensive.

High Gloss Tiles:

Benefits:

• A highly polished floor tile is better suited to smaller rooms as the reflective and smooth appearance makes the room appear larger.
• When cleaned, polished tiles reflect the light from the room so that it appears brighter.
• A highly reflective tile creates a wow factor for any space within a home or business.
• The stone polishing process offers a hardened tile that is more durable.

Drawbacks:

• If not cleaned regularly gloss tiles can show up wet spots, soap smears and other marks.
• Although routine cleaning of this tile type is relatively straight forward, glossy tiles need to be cleaned regularly and shined so that smear marks are removed.

With this information it is very clear that stone finish comes down to personal preference. The most important aspect is to keep on top of maintenance to ensure that your tiles are looking at their best.

Please call 0845 4599941 for more information.