Sandstone floor cleaning Gloucestershire
Sandstone stands out as a distinctive flooring material, infusing indoor or outdoor spaces with a warm, rustic charm. Crafted from densely compressed sand, which comprises various rock fragments including quartz and feldspar, sandstone offers a spectrum of hues ranging from brown and red to yellow and cream. Each shade necessitates specific maintenance techniques to accentuate its unique colors.
At Tile & Stone Medic Gloucestershire, we specialize in professional restoration services for all types of sandstone tiles. Our expertise extends seamlessly to both indoor and outdoor stone surfaces, ensuring that regardless of your situation, we’re dedicated to revitalising your sandstone floor and enhancing its aesthetic appeal.
How we clean sandstone tile floors
Every flooring type presents its own unique challenges. Our cleaning methods and solutions are customized to address the specific quirks of each type of stone and the wear it has endured. When it comes to restoring sandstone tiles, our workflow typically involves several key steps.
Firstly, we tackle any surface dirt to ensure that deeper cleaning can be effective. Once the troublesome topsoil is removed, we apply specialised cleaning solutions designed to penetrate and loosen ingrained dirt within the stone. After allowing these solutions to work their magic, the tiles undergo a thorough wash, and the floor is neutralised to eliminate any remnants of the cleaning agents.
At this stage, we address minor damages such as small chips and cracks, which could hinder the polishing or sealing process. Only after the sandstone has been cleaned and repaired do we proceed with polishing and sealing the floor. This final stage can be tailored to your preference, whether you desire a matte or high-sheen finish. We then apply specialised sealants to further enhance the appearance and protection of the tiles.
With extensive experience working on numerous tiled floors under various conditions, Tile & Stone Medic Gloucestershire takes pride in our craftsmanship. Feel free to explore our testimonials page to witness the quality of our previous work.
Maintaining sandstone floors
In the final stage of the process, applying the sealant holds particular significance for sandstone due to its highly porous nature. Left untreated, sandstone is susceptible to permanent discoloration or damage from spills. Maintaining a robust seal on your sandstone floor is vital to preserve its pristine appearance over time. As the sealant naturally degrades with use, it’s recommended to reapply it at least once a year to uphold the protection of the sandstone tiles.
Exercise caution when selecting cleaning solutions for sandstone floors, as improperly formulated chemicals can inflict serious harm to the tiles. When in doubt, seek guidance from our cleaning technicians for expert tips and recommendations.
Book sandstone floor cleaning in Gloucestershire today
If you have a sandstone floor in your home and would like to book our professional cleaning and restoration service we’d love to hear from you, and getting in touch is as easy as filling out our contact form on our website.
We’ve worked with hundreds of happy customers in our 15+ years of experience, and our numerous 5 star reviews on Google speak for themselves.
FAQs
Yes – we use a range of specialised sealers which can be used to create shiny and glossy finishes on sandstone.
Because of the way sandstone is formed, it is more vulnerable to cracks and flakes than other types of hard floor. We can make small repairs when refurbishing floors and would be happy to help with any spots you are concerned about. Please note we can only carry out floor repairs as part of a full deep clean or restoration for your stone floor. Unfortunately, we are not able to attend to carry out repairs in isolation.
Yes – our cleaning solutions and equipment works wonders on outdoor sandstone, we’d be happy to clean your sandstone patio, driveway or ornaments.
