One our retirement home clients called us to correct a few...well a lot of bleach stains on three floors. They're not sure how they are happening, but in the meantime, we can make it look a little better. A little dye makes it all go away.

Example of a classic patio design in Los Angeles

Inspiration for a contemporary home design remodel in Bologna

Inspiration for a modern dark wood floor dining room remodel in San Francisco with no fireplace

Example of a small minimalist u-shaped kitchen pantry design with a single-bowl sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, granite countertops, white backsplash, subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances and gray countertops

When used to clean natural stone, supermarket products can often cause more harm than good as this recent customer of mine discovered this the hard way! Originally from South Africa, she had lived in a flat in Clapham for a couple of years, but had to suddenly return home earlier than expected. However, part of her flat rental agreement required her to leave the property clean and as she found it, including the fantastic Slate shower cubicle. In a rush, the customer had attempted to clean the Slate using a popular supermarket bathroom cleaner. She left the product to sit on the base of the shower before scrubbing it in with an abrasive pan scourer. This was a big mistake – and the customer called me in a panic after discovering that her attempts had left the Slate severely stained. I traveled to the property to see what could be done to set the situation straight. Upon observing the damage in person, I decided that the best course of action would be to use a process known as burnishing to grind away the stains. I tested a small area of the cubicle with one of our handheld diamond encrusted burnishing blocks. Happy with the results of the test Clean, I started to burnish the whole cubicle using our system of four burnishing blocks, starting with the coarsest first and working my way down to the finest. A small amount of water was used as lubrication for each pad. Through the burnishing process, the white stains started to disappear, exposing the lighter grey coloured Slate shower base. After drying the area completely with a heat gun, I was able to seal the stone with two coats of Tile Doctor Colour Grow. This impregnating sealer not only protects the stone but also importantly it restores the natural dark shades in the Slate, enhancing its overall appearance. As an impregnating sealer, Colour Grow penetrates the pores in the stone to fill them and prevent trapped dirt. To say the customer was very relieved would be a complete understatement! By hiring in professional assistance, the customer was able to resolve the situation quickly and painlessly – and more importantly hold onto her £3,000 deposit! Rupert Mcleod West Surrey Tile Doctor

Part of the nature’s repertoire, these stones are exceptional raw masterpieces, admired and appreciated since ancient times, been classified by their gems under the renowned name of semiprecious stones. Created in nature’s mysterious laboratories, over many thousands of years, these stones are just one of the sources forms where the absolute beauty originated. Their structure is a perfect architecture of small crystals coming in an infinite array of colors and depths. These semiprecious stones expressing the essence of elegance, class and beauty, are the ultimate touch of perfection for any interior, from classic to modern, from romantic to contemporary... Touches of gold and silver, a large choice of textures and colors expand and enhance their ability to fit any interior or design. # luxury stones # style # stones # elegant stone # home decor # luxury home # beauty # home design # luxury design # semiprecious stone # luxury stone # maercharme # gold #silver # elegant #interior decor

Inspiration for a mid-sized traditional backyard stone formal garden.

Inspiration for a contemporary pool remodel in Houston

Home Builder Stretch Construction
Freestanding bathtub - large contemporary master white tile and marble tile ceramic tile and gray floor freestanding bathtub idea in Edmonton with flat-panel cabinets, gray cabinets, a two-piece toilet, white walls, a drop-in sink and quartzite countertops

Example of a trendy bedroom design in New York

Set in Music City, Nashville Tn, the designer's goal for the clients conference room was to create a subtle wall finish to add warmth and lyricism to a contemporary room decor.

FOX2531B

Inspiration for a full sun backyard mulch landscaping in Houston.

J.Hillbrand, Architect
Inspiration for a transitional hallway remodel in Los Angeles