Repairing Chips, Scratches & Cracks on Your Stone Surfaces with Technical Perfection

The Marble Man implements latest technology and quality products to repair Chips, Scratches and Cracks on natural stone surfaces. Get the best stone restoration professionals in Australia to make your dull stone look as new as the day you purchased it.

Chipped Stone Floors

Our latest chips repair kits use a special UV epoxy glue. This type of glue is similar to what dentists use for tooth fillings and allows us to produce the best results possible with the hardest materials. 

In most cases, vague traces of the chip will be visible in the stone floors if you know where it is, however it will be colour matched, levelled and polished and mostly unnoticeable. We are the market leaders by far with regards to these types of repairs.

Benefits:

    Benchtop becomes stronger than it was originally.

    Stops dirt entering the chip.

    Epoxy is filled to a similar colour to the stone.

    Stone will not grab shirts and be rough to touch.

Scratch Repairs in Floors

To repair scratched, dull stone floors, we use resin boned diamond pads and special wet polishing machines. The scratch repair method involves grinding the surface of the stone to the depth of the scratch and then move up through the grades of abrasives up to a 1500 grit polish and then use a diamond polishing compound to bring back the original new reflection.

Benefits:

    Saves replacing tiles.

    Simple method of repair

    Less invasive than removing tiles.

Repairing Cracks in Floor

The Marble Man team uses a special coloured epoxy resin to repair cracks on stone floors. This is applied to the crack prior to polishing the area. After drying (5 minutes), the epoxy is ground back to the level of the stone surface and then polished back to a glossy surface. In most cases, the crack will always still be noticeable however it will be smooth to feel.

Benefits:

    Stops the cracks from accumulating dirt.

    Returns the surface back to a smooth tile. 

    Epoxy is filled to a similar colour to the stone. 

The Marble Man Advantage

With over 24 years of collective experience in the natural stone repair and stone restoration industry, the Marble Man team provides quality and dedicated work at affordable rates. They'll come to your place with all the latest equipment and carry out the stone repair and restoration task in the most professional way. Call them now on 1300 627 626 for a free stone restoration quote.

Natural Stone Quarrying in Australia and Its Maintenance Guidelines

From the marble or stone quarries, we get a complete range of marble or other natural stone products such as raw marble/stone blocks, unpolished and polished slabs, marble tiles, monumental and furniture products etc. Marble or granite slabs and engineering stones are used for the manufacture of stone furniture like kitchen benchtops, worktops, bars, bathroom vanities and monument items and so on.

In Australia, sandstone was commonly quarried by the late 1800’s and used in large structures such as bridges and public buildings due to its strength, durability, availability and beauty. Quarrying was temporarily stopped during World War II, but around 40 years later in the late 1980’s stone not only experienced resurgence as a popular, structural building material, but a practical and attractive choice for interiors and furniture also.

Over the past 20 years, the popularity of marble and other natural stones have continued to grow in Australia, encouraging the resurgence of the quarrying industry. The trend continues today with architects combining the beauty of natural stone with imaginative designs to create magnificent effects both inside and outside.

Australia has significant deposits of natural stone and so there are many operating quarries in different parts of the country. The texture, colour and character of each type of stone vary from quarry to quarry depending on the minerals in that area and the physical environment. These differences allow for more variety when designing interiors and choosing stone.

Given Below Are Some of the Main Operating Quarries in Australia:

Western Australia: Marble is quarried in Maroonah and granite is quarried in the Fraser Ranges, Esperance, Jerramungup, Bruce Rock and Watheroo. We get  limestone in Moore River, Seabird and Postans where as sandstone is quarried in Donnybrook, Karratha and Mount Jowlaenga. Some stones are also quarried from the Ord Ranges and Mount Barker.

Queensland: Sandstone is quarried in Helidon, Murphy’s Creek, Warwick and Beaudesert.

South Australia: Granite is quarried in Wallaroo, Streaky Bay and Black Hill, slate in Mintaro and limestone in Waikeri and Ramco. In Victoria granite is quarried in Benambra and sandstone in the Grampians.

New South Wales: Granite is quarried in Tocwal, Dundee and Gosford.

Northern Territory: Granite is quarried in Tennant Creek.

Quarrying methods vary depending on the type of stone being quarried and the equipment available. Quarry operators look for natural joints in the stone, so they can split it and cut it to size. Explosives are often used with great expertise, so blocks can be obtained in required sizes.

In the case of granite, large blocks are removed from the ground deposits using explosives. When quarrying marble, operators must be very careful not to shatter the stone so they use machines that channel through the stone rather than explosives. Sandstone is removed using an excavator or crowbar, or is split using metal rods and plugs. The metal strips are placed in the holes and the plugs are hammered between the strips, which splits the rock.

Once the stone has been removed from the quarry, it is transported using heavy duty trucks and machinery to a processing area where it is cut into slabs - the size and thickness that the slab will be cut to will depend on its final use.

After cutting, the slabs are ready for use unless further enhancement is required, such as planing, profiling, texturing, polishing or honing. In this case, specialised saws, some incorporating computer technology, are used to create a variety of shapes, designs and surface finishes. Some pieces requiring more detail are crafted by a stonemason.

Natural Stone Maintenance Needs

Though marble and stone are very durable, over time all stone surfaces can become damaged in some way. But you need not to worry as The Marble Man has highly qualified technicians who can Repair and Restore your marble or stone floors, benchtops and bathrooms so that they look like new again.

Started in 1992 by Shaun Roberts, The Marble Man has eventually emerged as Australia's number one marble, granite, travertine, stone benchtop and tile restoration Company. The Marble Man undertakes polishing, sealing, cleaning and repairing of all stone surfaces using state-of-the-art and safe technology to produce amazing results. We give great importance to aesthetics and strive hard to enhance your home decor. 

We operate in Northern NSW, the Gold Coast, Brisbane, Sunshine Coast, Sydney, Newcastle, Canberra and other areas throughout Qld and NSW. If you would like us to inspect your stone and give you free advice on its repair or restoration, an experienced technician will visit at a time convenient to you and provide a no obligation, free quote. Call our office today on 1300 627 626 or email us to book your onsite evaluation.

When to Contact Natural Stone Repair & Restoration Professionals in Australia

Limestone- after polishing by The Marble Man

Natural stone surfaces in your home, office or commercial establishment provide beautiful floors, countertops, fireplace etc. all the way enhancing the look and feel of the interior decor. You have made a costly investment with marble, granite or other natural stones; now what’s needed is to maintain those stones properly so as to get many years of amazing cuteness and style. A maintenance schedule has to be in place for cleaning and regular inspections of the stones to check stubborn stains, hard water spots, and cracks etc.           

The attractive appearance and durability of marble and many other natural stone tiles will remain for a lifetime if you follow standard maintenance practices. Ensure to completely remove sand, dirt, and grit which cause maximum damage to your natural stone tiles.

There are plenty of do-it-yourself methods described in the internet world to clean stones, and remove stains, mould & mildew etc., but many of them may eventually spoil the beauty of natural stone. For example, we have seen many stone care articles recommending the use of bleach, but actually bleach can damage your stone and grout lines, causing fading or discoloration. Use only quality products as recommended by authorised stone care professionals.

For daily cleaning of natural stone, add a few drops of liquid stone soap (PH neutral cleaner) into warm water and apply that cleaning solution using a soft cloth to remove stubborn dirt from the stone surfaces. Never use harsh chemicals to clean grout and caulk. It’s also advisable not to try any sophisticated cleaning or repair procedures by yourself or with the help of an unskilled person. What you can do is dust mop the floors and other stone surfaces regularly. 

And always call stone restoration specialists in Australia to do weekly or fortnightly stone cleaning. These stone professionals will check for stains, mould, cracks etc. while doing the routine cleaning and inspection of stone surfaces. They will do wax removal, grout cleaning, sealing, polishing etc. in a professional way as and when required.

For cleaning stone floors, professional stone restoration providers use chemical cleaning, abrasion based cleaning and heat based cleaning- sometimes these specialised cleaning processes are also used in conjunction to get the desired result. So, when they use such specialist procedures to clean dirt and stain marks, it’s clear that your daily dust mopping or DIY tactics are not sufficient to keep the stone surfaces in good shape.

The Marble Man, started in 1992 by Shaun Roberts, current owner & MD, provides professional stone restoration services in Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Sydney, Canberra, Newcastle, Northern NSW and other areas throughout QLD, NSW and Victoria. The company has individual home owners to big brand hotels and commercial buildings as its clients.

The Marble Man stone professionals use latest technology and only branded equipment and products for stone restoration works. Call the MM team today on 1300 627 626- They will send a police checked and verified technician to inspect your stone tiles at your convenient time and give you a free stone restoration quote. Visit the website to know their comprehensive portfolio and customer feedback.  

How to Fix Breakages or Cracks on Your Natural Stone Benchtop or Floor Tiles

Are you worried because of a cracked marble countertop or a granite tile? Once the stone surface has split apart, it’ll never regain the original shape even after repair. However, stone restoration professionals assure you that with the help of latest technology in stone repair they can do it the best possible way and avoid replacement of the cracked stone tile.

Guarantee on Natural Stone Repair

To give you assurance about quality work, The Marble Man in Australia offers a 7-point guarantee. They apply latest technology glues epoxies and diamond abrasives and use NANO treatments while repairing marble tiles, granite countertops, stone benchtop and vanity etc.

Whether it’s a hairline crack or breakages, stone experts can repair it with a touch of perfection. It’s true but you need to make the wise decision of selecting a stone repair company that has high reputation. If you call cheap service providers it may end up with spoiling the stone and then finally replacing it.  

The epoxy used for fixing marble or granite cracks is to be mixed with stone pigments in order to get ideal color matching and thus avoid easy detection of breakages after repair.  Sometimes the issue may be slab movement at the fireplace, countertop or other areas which requires repairing of seams expansion. This is sophisticated stone repair work and need to be handled by specialists only.

Now let’s discuss some tips to easily maintain your natural stone surfaces and extend their life period.

How to avoid the discolouration in the grout?

• Change the shampoo: Read the ingredients mentioned in the shampoo bottle. If it contains dyes and colourings mentioned in the bottle, then choose a new shampoo which is natural with no colourings in them. Dye is not good for your body health & family health and it also stains the bathroom.
• Prevent using harsh cleaning chemicals: Harsh chemicals would work well to remove the stains, grout may look cleaner, but they remove the water repellence property of the grout. Bleach is also bad for tile and grout.
• Mix vinegar with water in the ratio of 1:2 and use that solution to clean the grout. A soft brush with little elbow grease would give you excellent result with this solution.
• Use Squeegee: It is preferable to use a squeegee with the suction cup and mount it on your shower, so that it would be handier to use whenever you need it.  You can use it after each shower and this will allow minimum water to be on the grout, tile and doors and dry. Thus there will be very minimum deposit of salt from the water.

Find out if the damages to your stone surface can be repaired or not by taking a snapshot and sending it to The Marble Man stone repair team. You can also call them on 1300 627 626 and they’ll come to your place for inspection and give you an obligation-free stone restoration quote. 

The Marble Man Tips for Natural Stone Care & Maintenance- Removing Granite Stains & Dull Spots

Granite is one of the most widely sought after natural stones used in the kitchen and floors of your home. It is durable and tougher than marble. However, like everything else, it is important for you to ensure granite is taken care of.

There is a common misconception that stains and dull spots do not appear on granite surfaces. This is wrong. Just like marble, your granite countertop or floor also has the tendency to get stained and lose its shine.

The Marble Man- a leading marble and natural stone maintenance, restoration and repairing company on the Gold Coast servicing most part of QLD and NSW- gives you some insights about the granite stone and how you effectively can keep away stains and dull surfaces at bay. Let us take a look at them below-

Granite – How to Keep Stains & Dull Surfaces at Bay:

• Though granite is a tough stone, it has the tendency to suffer from scratches. When you find a scratch on your granite stone, it is recommended to contact a professional to have it repaired.
• It is advised to use coasters under all your glass items to stop stains and dull spots on your granite surfaces.
• If you have a granite countertop at home, it is very important for you to avoid having citrus and other alcoholic products sitting on the surface. This leads to etching and subsequent dullness.
• It is very important for you to keep hot items away and off the granite surface. In case you need to place something hot on the granite countertop or surface, use a trivet or a hot pad. This will protect the granite surface from stains and dull spots.
• It is important for you to reseal the granite countertop in order to preserve and maintain its sheen. It is important for you to do this after an interval of every two years or as advised by a stone care specialist.
• If you wish to clean the granite countertop on your own, you can make your own cleaner. This is a pH balanced cleaner and you can mix one part water with one part alcohol to get the best effects. If you wish you may use less alcohol and more water.
• If you have a floor made of granite, you should clean it with the help of granite cleaner. You may call in a professional to do the stone cleaning for you. If you want to clean the granite stone on a regular basis, you may do so with regular dusting and sweeping.

It is thus evident that the task to keep stains and dull spots on granite at bay is an easy one. You just have to be little more careful and ensure the tips above are followed. If you are based in the QLD and NSW region and looking for skilled and experienced experts to take professional care of your granite stone, feel free to call in the friendly professionals at The Marble Man.