The process of stone polishing requires certain machinery, techniques and products in order to gain the best finish. This is where experience plays such a pivotal role in achieving exceptional results every time. So many of our clients love the look of polished tiles. They really do offer a brilliant statement for any home. Whether you choose a polished or honed stone finish, it is important that you look into the pros and cons for each. You may have a visual preference. However, it is important that you are equipped with the knowledge of what care requirements your floor tiles […]
Travertine cleaning, as with much other natural stone cleaning works to transform and protect your tiles. Travertine is an extremely popular tile choice. Many like the colouration of the tiles and the fact they are available in a variety of grades. This means that you are able to select a tile based on any budget requirements you might have. Travertine Cleaning – Why Do Tiles Need Cleaning? Natural stone is a wonderful material. It looks incredible, is hardwearing but needs routine care. This does not mean hard work, sweat and tears. Instead, it means getting to know your home and […]
When we are cleaning travertine tiles, it is important to survey the area first. The survey process allows us to assess the damage and forecast the cleaning process needed to bring them back to life. Travertine is a really beautiful natural stone. It offers great versatility and can be used in many settings throughout your home. We were invited to deep clean and restore this bathroom that was fitted with full travertine tiles. As with any tiles, time and the varying temperatures had created a lot of ingrained dirt. The grout lines looked black, and you can see as the […]
Restoring travertine tiles really does offer great reward. We were asked to help clean and restore this beautiful Travertine floor in Chigwell, Essex. Travertine tiles are another natural stone and offer a really great alternative. Dirt and deterioration happen slowly over time. Stone restoration is not always needed because there is an event where the tiles need professional support. Instead, Travertine restoration takes into account the overall process of stripping, cleaning and restoring the floor. Restoring Travertine Tiles – A Brilliant Example This Travertine restoration project is a brilliant example of how a stone floor can be transformed. Dirt and […]
Travertine floor restoration demands an understanding of natural stone. Natural stone floors have their own intricacies that it is very important to be aware of. This means a lot to our clients and quickly puts their minds at rest. One client commented recently: “Mark was very reliable – he came to see the floor and did a test patch before booking us in.. It was a 2 day job, restored some cracks and holes too. We are so pleased we got it done as looks and feels so much better. Mark is very knowledgeable and reliable, it was worth waiting […]
Travertine floor restoration can yield exceptional results. This does demand knowledge of the stone cleaning process and what products to use. However, with professional help, you can breathe new life into your Travertine floor. The owners of this property wanted to change the kitchen into a living area. In the process they removed a cooking unit which had been situated in the middle of the room. The Travertine tiles that were underneath had remained untouched and were in very good condition. This was in comparison to the rest of the tiles which had collected a lot of grease and dirt […]
We are passionate about stone cleaning. Travertine tiles are a really versatile tile choice. They are available in a range of colour variations. When purchasing and installing travertine tiles into your home, there are also a range of grades available. This means that you are able to select a product that is best suited to your budget. This element offers a lot of client’s peace of mind as they are afforded choice. As a lighter tile they offer great appearance and are generally easy to maintain. Their mottled look can hide a magnitude of sins and can be easily cleaned […]
You may be wondering what a tumbled travertine tile is. This is achieved by brushing the surface of the travertine stone tile with a rotary wire brush until the desired texture is achieved. Tumbled stone floors offer a really natural and easy-to-maintain finish for wherever they are installed. Travertine tiles are available in a range of different colours. They are incredibly popular because of their affordability, durability and natural feel. There are options available to individuals looking to lay a travertine floor in terms of budgeting. Travertine floors as natural stone can also be deep cleaned and restored with exceptional […]
There has been a clear resurgence of travertine tiles being laid in both domestic and commercial properties. As a natural stone it has become one of the most favoured floor tiles. As time passes, these floors are suffering from daily use and other deteriorating factors that challenge their appearance. We have devised a breakthrough formula to fully restore these tiles; we specialise in natural stone floor cleaning and restoration and will ensure your floor tiles are deep cleaned with skill and care. What are some of the problems identified with travertine tiles? Scratches Dullness Pot holes Lack-lustre look Our formula […]
A client in Chigwell, Essex had a Travertine floor which needed a large dose of TLC. Over the years the Travertine tiles had completely lost their polished finish and had become nearly impossible to keep clean to the expectation of the client. This was down to wear and tear, the wrong cleaning solutions used and a maintenance plan not being put in place. After a test area had been completed, which was chosen by the client, a system of diamond grinding procedures were used to restore the original polished condition and then Stain-Gard SB […]
