Stone Restoration – Cleaning & Care Of Marble and Granite Floors

Prevention is undoubtedly better than dealing with the results of damage because of lack of abuse and care, not including that while precautionary measures may cost a little bit of money right now, they can aid save you a key hit to the wallet afterward. Particularly, when discussing natural stone. Its rich luxury and natural beauty that natural stone can bring into your home are incomparable by any other substance, though it can be susceptible to etching, scratching and staining, that is why they need daily maintenance and sufficient care.

Marble and granite flooring considered as the most prevalent categories of natural stone floors due to their versatility and the wonderful luster and color. It can add a magnificent cool and vibe, majestic feel to your home and has a great versatility used for walls, countertops, and flooring. Unluckily, granite stone tends to stain easily when acids and oils spilled on it, and marble is highly vulnerable to damages and scratches, which make the flooring look dirty, dull or foggy, even when clean.

Marble & Granite Restoration

To prevent granite stone from discoloration, you should take great care to clear any spills once they occur, wiping them away thoroughly and completely. In order to rinse any residue off, it is advisable to use a mild soap with warm water, agitating the surface with a clean sponge or rag then drying the area thoroughly. If stains do take hold, there are some chemicals and acids that can be procured to help clean them. Granite stone countertops can be cleaned easily with bleach; mineral spirits, acetone, and other cleaners, yet food stains can be rinsed up with a strenuous solution of hydrogen peroxide and a few drops of ammonia.

Marble floors are highly vulnerable to abrasions and must be kept away from sharp utensils or other furniture, and any furniture should likely have smooth coasters below the feet in order to prevent scarring. These floors must be cleaned regularly with hot water and mild detergents in order to keep dirt and debris from scratching the surface. A little bit of ammonia substance can be used in case the marble becomes stained, although it shouldn’t be used in massive quantities as the ammonia can hinder the stunning shine that marble stone is known for.

Granite stone is a stunning resource to have in your home and with proper awareness and care as to what your granite or marble stone can hold, you can keep these stones looking like the very first day you had it installed. The sheer collection of finishes accessible for stone tiles shows the uniqueness that can be made through tailored design. Your granite or marble restoration expert will be capable of providing valued advice and information that will ultimately produce a stone finishing perfectly suited to your individual prerequisites. Several companies provide the advice that keeping marble stone tiles cleaning with routine cleaning is comparatively easy. These companies would be more than happy to discuss several restoration choices with you in case you wish to find out more about natural stone restoration.

You Might Also Like

Shiny Stones Melbourne specialises in the installation, restoration, cleaning and repair of stone surfaces, including marble, granite, limestone, terrazzo, basalt, sandstone, concrete, and more. Operating in Melbourne and the surrounding suburbs, we work for residential and commercial clients.

WHAT WE DO

Services

STONES WE CAN DEAL

Stones

Stone is a highly popular surface material because of its durability and appearance, but it is expensive. We can advise you on what type of stone would best suit your requirements, and we can seal your stone surfaces so they will last longer.

With our stone restoration and repair service, you don’t need to spend a fortune replacing your worn or damaged stone surfaces. We can help you get your stone looking as good as new, so you can enjoy it well into the future.

Our friendly, experienced, customer-focused team can take care of all your stone installation, restoration and repair needs. No matter the size of the job or the type of stone you want to install or need repaired, we will complete the project to the highest possible standard and with the least amount of fuss or mess.