Bring Dull, Etched Stone Back With Professional Stone Finishing
Remove years of scratches, stains, and haze so floors, benchtops, and walls look showroom-ready from every angle
The Damage Is in the Stone, Not on It
Your stone looks dull, etched, or patchy, and no amount of scrubbing is lifting it. DIY polish just spreads the stain wider or leaves a cloudy patch that catches the light.
That’s because the damage is in the stone.
At The Stone Restoration, we fix stone with Diamond polishing cuts past the damage. Then a sealer locks the surface back down. Your original stone stays exactly where it is.
One Clean Finish Across Every Surface
Marble, granite, travertine and limestone all wear differently, so we match the finishing to your surfaces and where they sit in your home.
- Floors & tiles: We level any lips, clean and refill your grout, then polish and seal for a consistent gloss or honed finish.
- Benchtops & vanities: We pull out stains and etching, repair chips and polish away scratches so your tops look whole again.
- Feature walls & outdoor stone: We remove mineral deposits, revive the colour and seal with UV‑stable protection for Melbourne weather.
What You Get With Professional Finishing
Cost Savings
Finishing usually costs 70–80% less than tearing out and replacing stone, and you skip the demolition and skip bins.
Low Dust
Wet grinding keeps dust out of the air, so your home stays clean and liveable while we’re there.
Fast Turnaround
Most jobs take 1–2 days. A benchtop is often done in a day; large floors take around 2–3.
Custom Finish
High-gloss, matte, honed, or a leathered texture. We set the process to the look you want and not one default finish.
Easy Care
You leave with simple maintenance steps and pH‑neutral product recommendations, not just a shiny floor and a goodbye.
From First Look to Sealed Finish
Inspect
We come on site, identify your stone, check the finish, and see what’s actually causing the dullness, scratches, or etching.
Plan the Finish
We talk through the final finish you want. Gloss, matte, or leathered, and set the polishing process to match the look you want and how you use the surface.
Prep & Protect
We clean the stone, move what needs moving, and mask nearby surfaces so slurry and polish only go where they should.
Polish
Dust-controlled diamond polishing removes scratches, lippage, and staining, and brings the surface back to a clean, even finish.
Seal
We apply a breathable, penetrating sealer that locks in the finish and helps protect against future stains and moisture.
Check & Care
We inspect the work with you in good light, make any small touch-ups and leave you with simple care instructions and product tips.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How long does stone finishing take?
Most jobs take 1–2 days. Benchtops are usually done in a day; larger floors take 2–3. You can keep living in the house while we work.
2. Can you change my stone from gloss to matte, or matte to gloss?
Yes. We change the finish mechanically, with diamond abrasives, not a wax coating, so it holds up over time rather than wearing off in weeks.
3. How much does finishing save compared to replacing the stone?
Typically 70–80% less than new stone and installation, with no demolition and the room back in use within days.
4. How do I look after my stone afterwards?
Wipe up spills quickly with a soft cloth and mild soap. Skip scouring pads, vinegar, lemon juice, and bleach. We seal the surface before we leave, which protects it from staining for years.
5. Can you fix deep scratches, chips and cracks, or is it too far gone?
In almost every case, yes. We sand out scratches, fill chips and cracks with colour-matched compound, then polish the repair flush. It’s rare for a stone to be beyond saving.
Talk to Us
Send a photo of the worst area, or just describe what’s going on. We’ll tell you whether it needs a full finish, a light polish, or just a clean and reseal.
If you want a price, we’ll book a free on-site estimate.
Email: support@thestonerestoration.com.au
Phone: +61341517516
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