Nothing related to natural stone repair and restoration seems difficult or strenuous with The Marble Man, Australia’s No.1 natural stone restoration specialist. It deals with all types of stone restoration works thus reinstating the charm and value of the natural stones we use in our homes and offices. The process of restoration is conducted for the purpose of bringing back the stone, which has undergone wear and tear, to its original state.
Restoration of natural stones such as granite, marble, limestone, travertine, etc. involves removal of scratches, stains, and other damages from the surface of the stone by means of mechanical abrasion. For restoration work, only the services of specialized natural stone restoration companies should be availed to get a superior result. A tilt and grout or carpet cleaning company can only provide cleaning services, but not restoration which requires specialized tools and experienced technicians. Moreover, different types of stone surfaces (i.e. polished, honed, flamed, etc.) require different methods and techniques of restoration. A specialized stone restoration professional’s job also involves taking necessary measures to protect the surrounding surfaces from damage.
In the previous articles, we have already dealt with different types of damages that natural stone may undergo over time. Be it a scratch, acid spill or regular stain, we need an expert for its removal and for bringing life back to the surface. These experts make use of a number of techniques and processes for restoring the damaged stone to the state in which it was installed, namely:
- Grinding- It is a very aggressive method of restoring stone which uses diamond to remove scratches and other damages. It gives better clarity and reflectivity than other methods of refinishing stone surface. A stone floor restored with diamond retains its look longer than in any other method. Though it might cost you more in the beginning compared to other methods, it will actually cost you less in the long run.
- Honing- After diamond grinding, the process of honing is undertaken which is a less aggressive method compared to the former. The materials and grits used in this process are not as rough and course as they are used in grinding. Some restoration work even skips the grinding process and directly starts with honing. This is mostly done when the scratch or etch is minor or moderate and can be removed using softer approach.
- Polishing- This is one of the most important processes in refinishing the stone surface because it makes use of a combination of higher grit compounds to bring back the shine and vigor of the stone. Isn’t it the reason why we use natural stone in the first place?
- Sealing- The final stage of stone restoration, it makes use of a protective sealant which is applied on the stone surface to protect it from contaminates such as water, oil, ink or dirt. This process must be resorted to immediately after honing and polishing to ensure proper protection.
The Marble Man provides highly trained and experienced professionals at your doorstep to ensure regular maintenance of your stone bench tops, floors and walls. Professional maintenance of stone surfaces comes with the benefits of not only looking good but also saving time. For any matter related to natural stone or marble floor restoration, contact The Marble Man experts on 1300 627 626.
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