Quick and Easy Tips for Marble and Other Natural Stone Restoration

 

We always want the best things for our homes and workplaces, but selection of the best marble for the floor, bathroom or kitchen often leads us to a state of utter confusion. This is mostly because we are unaware of the types of stones and marbles that would suit our home or even workplace as well as the way it needs to be maintained and restored. The Marble Man, Australia’s top Marble and Stone Restoration Company, provide natural stone maintenance and restoration services which are class apart and would definitely bring back the wow factor in your home and office. 

Marble, no doubt, is the best option for beautification as it is available in different attractive colors and wears an elegant look. But, it is far more brittle and sensitive towards chemicals compared to granite. It gets stained easily due to use of oil, acids or juices. Therefore, it is advisable not to use marble in bathroom or kitchen. If acid or other beverages are spilled, then such acidic materials should be immediately removed from the stone surface. In case the surface already gets imprinted or stained, polishing needs to be done. However, it definitely gives a feel good effect when marble is used for table tops, floor, shower or the surrounding of fireplaces though marble floor restoration should be done at regular interval.

Natural stone also absorbs unwanted chemicals and so it’s advisable to use a protective sealer which seals the pores and prevents any form of chemical or acid from entering into the inner layers of the stone.

Given below are some useful tips for protecting your marble and other natural stones:

• Immediately clean any form of spill to prevent damage to the surface.
• Use coasters under glasses carrying beverages or citric juices.
• Don’t apply cleaners that contain acid.
• Don’t use vinegar, ammonia or any kind of bleach. 
• Dust the marble floor regularly.
• Don’t put any abrasive product on the stone.
• Don’t place boiling pot or anything hot directly on the stone surface as it might crack the stone.

Coming to stone benchtops, they should not be used as a work bench. Clean the surface as soon as any mess occurs. If proper care is taken, the benchtops will look bright and beautiful for a life time.

The main reason why stone surfaces get spoiled is their improper use and lack of maintenance. But with The Marble Man at your disposal, easy and affordable stone repair and restoration is just a phone call away- Ph: 1300 627 626. Their expert technicians will not only provide useful advice for removing stains, but also deliver professional help whenever it’s required. 

More Stone Care Tips and Maintenance Ideas for Your Natural Stone

Installation of natural stone comes with an even greater responsibility to maintain it regularly and restore it whenever necessary. Routine cleaning of marble, granite and other natural stones prevents damage and keep the stones beautiful. The Marble man, Australia’s top marble floor and countertop restoration company, specialises in restoring the natural beauty of stones through various processes and thus providing immediate solution to any stone surface problem so encountered. Besides, the Marble Man experts also offer valuable advice to the clients concerning protection of their natural stones from all possible damages. In order to maintain the natural stone, homeowners need to emphasize on three most important things namely prevention of damage, cleaning without damage and removing stains.

To prevent damage of natural stone, daily cleaning is must, though it is not enough to ensure future protection. Regular cleaning along with routine maintenance by stone repair and natural stone restoration professionals will enhance the value and longevity of your stone surface. Most importantly, try to prevent contact between the materials that cause stain and the stone surface. Put large mats at the entrance to collect the outside dirt and soil which enter the house via the shoes. These mats must be shaken and vacuumed frequently. Also, vacuum the stone surface regularly and ensure that the dirt and soil is removed.

Good quality stone sealers must be applied professionally to prevent stains from penetrating into the stone surface. Resurfacing the stone surface will replace the dull, worn out stone by a smoother and harder finish that prevents staining and wear. Also, it is easier to clean a smooth surface as dirt and grime do not get trapped into the uneven spots.

Another most important part of stone maintenance is cleaning it without damaging the floor. The best method is to use the right cleaning material which is a pH neutral cleaner specially recommended for cleaning natural stone. Remember not to use abrasive cleaners on the stone surface and nylon scrubbing pads as they are harder than marble and will eventually scratch it. Professionals recommend the use of soft cleaners and sponges instead of thick cleaners as the latter will stick to the stone. Check out the Cleaning Products recommended by The Marble Man's professional team for better stone care. 

To prevent stains, wipe up spills immediately. In case the stain has already appeared, try to determine whether it is water-based or oil-based and clean it accordingly. You may not be able to do this without the assistance of the expert stone repairers. Stone care professionals will examine the damage caused and treat it properly so that your stone is protected from further damage. Before applying any chemical to clean stone surfaces, seek The Marble Man’s expert advice and save your stone from damages. In case damage has already occurred, it’s time to turn up to the stone restoration specialist as their professional techniques will bring back the old shine on your stone tiles.

Best Repairing Options for Chips, Scratches, Stains, and Unnecessary Joints & Cutouts on Natural Stone Surfaces

The Marble Man team follows cutting edge technology in the repairing of granite benchtops. We use the latest UV glues / epoxies and multiple types of resins to produce excellent chip repair results. These are especially applicable for repairing chips to Caesar Stone, Essa Stone and any other natural stone benchtops.

There is a huge difference between the results achieved by a Marble Man chip repair and common epoxy chip repairs. Check out our comparison chip repair to see for yourself. No matter what type of repair, large or small we have a product that will work for you.  All our repairs are coloured to match the particular granite, marble, caesar stone or other and in some cases the use of multiple colours and or the addition of crystals added to complete the best repair possible.

The main advantages here are that the repair stops dirt entering the chip and there will not be any trace of the repair work as the epoxy is filled to a similar colour to the stone.

Applying a Poultice to a Stain on a Granite Top

Applying a poultice to a stain is a method of attempting to remove deep stains from granite surfaces. This method involves applying a poultice paste to the stain and covering it with plastic wrap to seal the moisture in the paste. The paste allows the mixture of detergents in the mix to absorb into the bench, and when it dries back into the mix, it attempts to draw the substance of the stain with it. It should be noted that this method is only sometimes successful, depending upon the type and age of the stain, as well as the type of stone surface. Unfortunately because of the unknown nature of these types of stains no guarantees can be made as to the poultice’s success. It is normally possible after 2 applications to know whether the method will be a success.

Scratched Benchtops

Depending on the type of stone you have will depend on the method of repair. With granite and reconstituded benchtops, the repair can be quite difficult and a 100% result may not be possible at all the cases. With other stones like marbles and travertines, the scratch can be repaired by resurfacing or repolishing.

At The Marble Man, we Polish, Seal and Repair marble or other natural stone surfaces and our state-of-the-art stone restoration methods effectively enhance the richness of the stone surfaces and restore its texture to the original colour and glamour. Call our office today on 1300 627 626 or Email us to book your onsite evaluation and get your stone repaired or restored to its pristine condition.

How to Preserve the Beauty of Natural Stone Tiles: Must-Know Maintenance Tips

Installation of natural stone comes with an even greater responsibility to maintain it regularly and restore it whenever necessary. Routine cleaning of marble, granite and other natural stones prevents damage and keep the stones in beautiful shape. The Marble Man, Australia’s top marble floor restoration company, specializes in restoring the natural beauty of stones through various processes and thus provides immediate solution to any stone surface problem so encountered. Besides, the Marble Man experts also offer valuable advice to the clients concerning protection of their natural stones from all possible damages. In order to maintain the natural stone, homeowners need to emphasize on three most important things, namely: prevention of damage, cleaning without causing damage and removing stains on stone surfaces. 

To prevent damage to natural stone, daily cleaning is must, though it is not enough to ensure future protection. Regular cleaning along with routine maintenance by stone repair and natural stone restoration professionals will enhance the value and longevity of your stone. Most importantly, try to prevent stain causing materials coming in contact with the stone surface. Put large mats at the entrance of the house to collect the dirt and soil from your shoes. These mats must be shaken and vacuumed frequently. Also, vacuum the stone surface regularly and ensure that the dirt and soil is removed.

Stone sealers must be applied professionally to prevent stains from penetrating into the stone surface. Resurfacing the stone surface will replace the dull, worn out stone by a smoother and harder finish that prevents staining. Also, it is easier to clean a smooth surface as dirt and grime do not get trapped into the uneven spots.

Another most important part of stone maintenance is cleaning it without damaging the floor. The best method is to use the right cleaning material which is a pH neutral cleaner specially recommended for cleaning natural stone. Remember not to use abrasive cleaners on the stone surface and nylon scrubbing pads as they are harder than marble and will eventually scratch it. Stone restoration professionals recommend the use of soft cleaners and sponges instead of thick cleaners as the latter will stick to the stone.

Wipe up spills immediately so as to avoid stains on marble, granite and other stone surfaces. In case stain has already appeared, try to determine whether it is water-based or oil-based and clean it accordingly. You may not be able to do this without the assistance of the expert stone restorers in Gold Coast. Take a snap shot and send it to The Marble Man specialists who’ll advise you what to do. Their professional team will examine the damage caused and will treat it effectively so that your stone is protected from future damage. In case damage has already occurred, it’s time to turn up to The Marble Man as their cutting edge techniques will bring back the old shine to your costly stone surfaces. Contact them today on 1300 627 626 for stone restoration and marble repair in Gold Coast, Brisbane, Sydney and several places in the NSW and QLD regions.