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.

Get Your Natural Stone Surfaces Inspected Today by Australia's Top Stone Restorers

Some of your greatest blessings come with patience. Yes, patience is the key- whether you're doing natural stone restoration or leading a family life!

When asked what's the gateway to a great family life, a homemaker lady said, "It's not a very costly house, but a moderate one with adorable natural stone floors and kitchen countertops will contribute to a great family life!"

Fill a house with Love and it become a Home

And decorate a house with marble or other natural stone tiles, and it becomes a Lovely Home.

Marble and other natural stone surfaces are an integral part of any awesome indoor designs!

It doesn't matter where from you bought your natural stone - let it be from anywhere around the globe, The Marble Man stone restorers can handle their repair, resurfacing, polishing, sealing etc.  

Nothing can replace the elegance and robustness of natural stone. Their maintenance cost is also less compared to other surfaces.

Nature is a very creative artist - Only thing is that you should have the sensibility to appreciate natural things and their beauty and quality. With some elegant stone decor elements at home, your stay indoors will be inspirational always!

In addition to marble floors, your granite countertops also need proper maintenance...otherwise stains and dirt will affect its look and finish. 

For inspecting the natural stone countertops and floor tiles in your home or office and giving a Free stone restoration quote, call the most reliable stone restorers in Australia now.

Stains on stone countertop or flooring can affect the elegance of your stylish kitchen design. We can give a renewed look to your dull stone surfaces. Consult The Marble Man stone restorers on the Gold Coast catering to several places in QLD and Northern NSW for a free stone restoration quote today.

Our stone care professionals can bring in some wonderful stone effects into your home decor .

Call now ☎ 1300 627 626 or visit The Marble Man website.

Spring is the Ideal Time for Cleaning, Polishing & Sealing Your Natural Stone Surfaces

The Marble Man is a professional stone restoration, cleaning and sealing company that specialises in services and products for natural stone tiles such as marble, granite etc. Our stone restoration works consist of polishing, sealing, repairs (including grout repairs and chip repairs), re-surfacing and stone cleaning using steam or chemical washing. We’ll always help you (both home owners and businesses) to preserve and maintain your costly investment in natural stone.

Decorative natural stone is not as hard as a rock – it’s beautiful and delicate, and should be treated with utmost care. Natural stone like marble can transform an environment and create everlasting beauty and joy; only thing to remember that it should be properly maintained and cared for. Proper care means deep knowledge on different varieties of stone and how it's used, and then applying correct products and maintenance methods.

The Marble Man has been in the stone restoration industry for over 20 years and can advise you on the daily routine maintenance to keep your natural stone floors, counter tops and tables looking amazingly fresh and beautiful. Natural Stone tiles are long lasting and will remain awesome for a lifetime if you routinely utilise the services of stone restoration specialists on the Gold Coast, Sydney and other places in QLD and NSW.

Even if you have not preserved your natural stone for a long time, we can use state-of-the-art technologies and highly skilled labour to rejuvenate your worn and damaged tiles. We make sure that your natural stone products give a lifetime of aesthetics and utility to your home or business establishment.

For safe and effective maintenance, The Marble Man offers a range of home products that you can purchase to keep your stone looking and feeling like ‘NEW’. Natural stones such as marble, travertine, and limestone have a delicate chemical composition and so will react with unsuitable cleaning products. So never compromise on quality while purchasing cleaning products, and once you know what to use, all you have to do is follow our stone care guidelines and your elegant natural stone surfaces will give you years of beauty and lustre. 

Our stone care technicians receive hands on, practical training on stone repair and restoration processes and new techniques around the globe. They continually improve and are kept up to date with the latest techniques and technology on natural stone care. We service: GOLD COAST | BRISBANE | SUNSHINE COAST | NORTHERN NSW | TOOWOOMBA | SYDNEY | CANBERRA.  Call our office today on 1300 627 626 to arrange an obligation free stone restoration quote.

How to Select the Ideal Natural Stone for Your Home

Different types of natural stones, having unique qualities, are readily available these days. Due to these extra options, we often make mistakes in choosing the correct type of stones for the purpose they are expected to serve. Every natural stone has its own advantages and disadvantages and therefore, cannot preferably be used for any and every purpose. 

Moreover, we tend to finalize a stone only by seeing a sample. For maximum satisfaction, it is advised that you should examine either the entire slab or a considerable number of tiles out of those to be used. To get the best value for your money, you must consult an experienced stone craftsman or any stone installation company and The Marble Man reigns supreme in this field. They are also the most sought after natural stone restorers in the QLD and NSW regions. 

When should I choose granite? 

Granite, as a building material, has proved its durability since ages. Due to its heat and stain resistant capabilities, granite can be used for both interior and exterior applications, preferably in flooring, paving, buildings, bridges, countertops and stair treads. Granite is easy to clean and harbours no bacteria. It possesses a natural appearance and a long-lasting value.  

Why should I choose marble? 

Marble mainly consists of calcite and is typically white in color. Marble, being resistant to erosion and fire, has been widely used in building monuments since time immemorial. Apart from this, marble gives a spectacular feel and can be used for beautiful interior decoration. Now-a-days marble is used for both residential and commercial purpose in flooring, roofing, wall-cladding as well as in sculptures. Even if a stain gets imprinted on any such flooring, you can get the marble floor restoration done by The Marble Man. 

Use of travertine 

The Marble Man also specializes in travertine which is generally used for flooring, furniture, fire place surrounds, wall cladding etc. However, it should be used once proper precaution is taken as it is not as durable as granite or marble. 

Coming to stone benchtops, its most common type is Caesar stone and Quantum Quartz. Caesar stone is not porous and hence requires less maintenance to retain its new and glossy look. It can stand brief exposure to heat but cannot tolerate strong chemicals or cleaning agents. However, Quantum quartz is resistant to heat, chemicals and acids and hence are easy to maintain. 

Before buying natural stone for our home or work place, it is essential that we determine its suitability and this requires professional expertise. The Marble Man, Australia’s leading natural stone restoration company, offers world class services in stone repair and stone maintenance. So, before beautifying your home and workplace, take their help and get the best value for your money. 

When Does Your Natural Stone Surface Require Restoration?

Do you own a commercial or residential building? Are you planning to renovate your building? If yes, then you need to search for specific natural stones for floors, walls, benchtops etc. Selecting the stone material is indeed a tedious job, because there are several types of tiles and stones available in the market. Choosing one which suits your budget and purpose is confusing and overwhelming too. It’s better to take useful tips from a stone care specialist in Australia.

How can stone restoration make your homes beautiful?

We all know that things become dull and worn out as years pass by. Stone floors and tiles also undergo wear and tear after some years. Floor tiles, table tops, bathroom tiles and other stone surfaces may start cracking when they are used repeatedly. Stone restoration is the process of restoring or repairing the worn out tiles of marble and other natural stones to a brand new condition. The result is amazing! After stone restoration, your old surface will look like a brand new one.

Stone restoration services require proper equipment, training and qualified professionals. You should always choose a stone restoration specialist service in the QLD and NSW regions which has the latest equipment, well trained technicians and supporting staff.

Stone restoration involves one or more of the following processes: 

• Tile repairs
• Stone resurfacing
• Polishing
• Cleaning using chemicals or steam
• Repairing the grouts and washing
• Chip repairing
• Sealing the tiles to prevent them from further damage 

How is stone restoration done?

Restoration of natural stone or marble involves the removal of scratches or damages to the surface by means of mechanical abrasion. It is popularly known as diamond grinding.

Restoration process may differ from surface to surface. Normally, natural stones reflect light and do not need much coating to achieve the desired finish. After restoration, polishing is done to give the surface the desired look.

What is stone resurfacing? ­­­­­

Floors may become damaged after years of repeated use. If you want to rejuvenate your floor tiles, stone resurfacing can give you the desired result. In this process, an epoxy stone coat is applied over the damaged stone surface. One of the biggest advantages of stone resurfacing is that you can get a beautiful surface without removing the existing one.

The glamour of your home decor greatly depends on natural stone surfaces. They are to be handled delicately. If you are on the lookout for natural stone restoration, you should always choose a reliable company that offers affordable stone repair services in Australia. 

Hiring The Marble Man to Restore Your Natural Stone Surface Is a Sure-Fire Investment

Great result obtained for The Marble Man's latest Cleaning Test on Travertine look porcelain tile. They regularly conduct new renovation methods and their technical team is kept up to date with the latest techniques and technology in the stone restoration sector.

It is a frequently asked question whether calcereous stones such as marble, limestone, travertine, or onyx are porous, and susceptible to staining from food stuff, or cosmetics. Irrespective of the finish given to the marble or other natural stone, there will be space between the crystal formations where water and oils can penetrate and cause staining.

All stones are vulnerable to scratching, but can be rectified if properly maintained. The Marble Man’s renovation and polishing works will maximize the natural beauty of the veining pattern of marble or other natural stones.

Normally after 2 or 3 years of installation, the stone’s surface shine will wear away with daily use (acidic spills such as citric juices and wine which stain or etch the stone surface) and require Cleaning/Resurfacing by Australia's number one stone restorers, The Marble Man.

When you hire The Marble Man stone restorers to maintain you stone surface, it becomes a sure-fire investment. You’ll get great dividends in the form of peace of mind and excellent home decor in return. Contact us for scheduling the cleaning, polishing, sealing, and general maintenance of your marble or other natural stone to keep it looking its optimum best. An experienced team member will visit at a time convenient to you and provide a no obligation, free quote.

We Polish, Seal and Repair marble or other natural stone surfaces and our cutting edge stone care solutions effectively enhance the richness of the stone surfaces and restore its texture to the original colour and glamour.

The Marble Man stone restorers provide  stone care services to the following areas: Gold Coast | Brisbane | Sunshine Coast | Northern NSW | Toowoomba | Sydney | Canberra. Call our office today on 1300 627 626 or Email us to book your onsite evaluation.

Get the Shine Back on Your Natural Stone Surfaces

                            

You thought your granite countertop is almost indestructible, but some years after installation you observe that it has lost its shine and sheen. What could be the possible cause?

Granite countertops are very robust and are not easily damaged due to breakage or scratches. However, they are vulnerable to etching and dulling (chemical damage). Now, the question is how to get back the original beauty of the granite countertop when you purchased it.

How to fix your damaged granite countertop

Sometimes, build-up of soap film due to regular use of dish soap or other soap-based cleaners might have caused the dullness. Using a quality soap film remover as advised by stone restoration specialists will do the trick.

Hard water, which has high mineral content, can also be the villain causing a dulling build up on stone countertops. Try a combination of soap build up plus mineral deposit removers that can effectively address dullness due to both problems.

The necessity for resealing

Natural stone countertops are to be sealed to protect them from daily wear and tear. Just sealing the countertops during installation will not give lifelong protection. They need to be resealed every year or two depending on the amount of use.

Your dull countertop will regain its natural looks after a reseal by stone restoration specialists like The Marble Man. They will advise which type of sealer to be used for your particular stone out of the several varieties of sealers available in the market.

If you’ve tried everything else and you still have dull granite countertops, The Marble Man suggests opting for Resurfacing. Remember that the shine on your countertops comes from the finish on the stone itself. If the finish is damaged, no amount of cleaning, buffing, and polishing can get it back. It will need to be resurfaced.

Resealing and resurfacing are sophisticated stone restoration procedures which are to be done by a professional stone care specialist. For more information, visit The Marble Man website or call a stone restorer now on 1300 627 626. They Polish, Repair and Seal All Marble & Stone Surfaces and currently service: Gold Coast | Brisbane | Sunshine Coast | Northern NSW | Toowoomba | Sydney | Canberra.