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Bringing Life Back to Encaustic Cement Tiles in Chester

This very old Encaustic tiled flooring was uncovered at a property in Chester when the present owners started to undertake renovation. They removed the carpets and vinyl tiles from the hallway, revealing the Encaustic tiles to find that they were in truly horrific condition. This included being covered by heavy dirt, dust and, in some parts, by a sticky black bitumen. Encaustic tiles are made out of compressed cement, and were commonly used in properties built during the Edwardian and Victorian period. This gives us a good idea of just how old these tiles are – but the owners were keen to see what Tile Doctor could do to restore their condition. The black bitumen was my main concern when it came to cleaning the tiles. To remove this, along with all the other dirt and dust, our powerful cleaner for heavy soil buildup, known as Tile Doctor Remove and Go, was applied. The product, which is also effective for removing adhesive and paint stains, was worked into the tiles then left to dwell for thirty minutes, before being scrubbed with a black pad fitted to a rotary machine. The resulting cleaning residue was soaked up with a wet vac machine. This cleaning process was repeated once more over to get the tiles as clean as possible, before leaving them to dry overnight. The next day, damp readings were taken to make sure the floor was dry enough to seal. It’s essential to take damp readings before sealing – especially with old tiled floors that may not have a damp proof membrane installed – as even the slightest amount of excess moisture can damage the performance of the sealer. Two types of sealer were used in this situation. First to be applied was a single coat of Tile Doctor Colour Grow, an impregnating, colour intensifying sealer which enhances the best shades in the tiles. Following this, four coats of Tile Doctor Seal and Go were applied. This is a topical sealer, which means it builds a layer of protection on the surface of the floor, while also providing an aesthetically pleasing low-sheen finish. The customer was over the moon at the end result. At first the floor looked to be with a lost cause, but with the right cleaning methods and products it has been a restored to a standard where it almost appears new. Another satisfied customer! Alastair Robb West Cheshire Tile Doctor

Bay Fencing -Retaining Wall Builders In Brisbane

Bay Fencing

Bay Fencing - Retaining Wall Builders In Brisbane With a history that spans over thirty years Bay Fencing stands tall as an example of excellence that demonstrates a unshakeable commitment to excellence throughout its long story. Famous for our remarkable work in the bustling cities of Brisbane & Gladstone, we have great pride in our long-standing reputation. Experienced Retaining Wall Builders in Brisbane specialize in designing and constructing durable, functional walls to prevent soil erosion and enhance the landscape. To know more about our agency click here https://bayfencing.com.au/retaining-walls/ Being a fully licensed and insured business, Bay Fencing offers you the assurance in dealing with a trustworthy and dependable company. Our primary goal is placing you, our customer at the top of our list. We are driven by your satisfaction as our primary power. Specialized in landscape design solutions for structural purposes Our dedicated team is adept at bringing ideas to reality. We are awestruck by the challenges we face and are committed to creating creative solutions that perfectly align the budget you have set. Pick Bay Fencing for an unforgettable trip where quality, experience and customer satisfaction are brought together in perfect harmony. There are currently three crews of workers to ensure everything is done within the stipulated time. In addition, we also develop new designs and innovative methods to ensure that our work stands apart from the standard fencing offered by competitors. We also offer no-cost estimates and guidance regarding how to ensure that your next project looks exactly how you would like it to. Website – https://bayfencing.com.au/ Brisbane bayfencing2@gmail.com 0439 719 724 Gladstone paulbayfencing@gmail.com 0474 472 606

A Brutalist Villa Fully Furnished by Baxter

Mobilificio Marchese

The project started with a clear goal: combine the essential, powerful lines of brutalist architecture with the sophisticated warmth of Italian-made furniture. The villa, defined by concrete structures and graphic volumes, is transformed into a welcoming and refined home thanks to a careful design process led by the architects and interior designers from Mobilificio Marchese, in close collaboration with the client. For us, each client is a new challenge to be faced with the method that has allowed us to furnish the most beautiful houses around the world: listening to the client's needs, studying the available space, designing tailor-made solutions. Salvatore and Martina accompanied the customer step by step, in choosing every single detail while Floriana took care of the whole part concerning the choice of colors and finishes, to create a harmonious palette.

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Restoring a Neglected Victorian Tiled Hallway in Cwmbran

Tile Doctor Ltd

I recently worked on the restoration of a Victorian tiled hallway in Cwmbran Wales which is six miles North of Newport. As you can see from the photographs the floor was in quite a neglected dirty state and many of the the black and white border tiles needed removing and replacing. The worst part was the area by the front door where most of the tiles had been removed and then backfilled with concrete. I can only assume at some point in the past it was deemed to difficult or expensive to restore the floor, so they simply covered it up. After visiting to survey the floor I did offer to source replacements for the concreted section and restore that as part of the work however my client’s budget would not stretch to that at the time. My quote was therefore focused on the main section of flooring and included replacing border tiles, deep cleaning the whole floor and then sealing the tiles to add protection. Although I did need to check that I could indeed source the replacement tiles before being able to provide the quote which as it turned out would not be an issue. They were happy to go ahead and we arranged a suitable time to carry out the work which would enable me to work in the property whilst minimising contact with the owners due to the Covid-19 situation. I spend the first day sorting out the black and white border tiles which needed to be gently prised out of position without upsetting the main part of the floor. The exposed subfloor was then cleaned up to remove old adhesive and replacements were fitted where required and secured into place. The floor would need to be solid before cleaning so that was left for day two so the new adhesive could go off overnight. On day two I gave the floor an initial clean using a combination of Tile Doctor Pro-Clean and Remove and Go diluted with water. This produces a strong cleaner/stripper that will tackle dirt and remove coatings such as previous sealers. The old tiles had accumulated years of ingrained dirt, so I needed this extra power to remove the years of dirt and contaminates from the tile. It was sprayed onto the tiles and then left to soak in for ten minutes before being actively scrubbed into the tile using a rotary machine fitted with a black scrubbing pad. The soil was then rinsed off with water and extracted with a wet vacuum. The floor was inspected, and the process repeated on the tough stains until I was satisfied all the dirt had been removed. Next the floor was treated to an acid wash using Tile Doctor Acid Gel using a similar method as before. This is an important treatment for these old Victorian floors that have no damp proof course as it neutralises efflorescent salts trapped in the tile which can appear as white salt deposits later. Once I was happy with the condition of the floor it was given a final rinse and left to dry off. I use a wet vacuum to remove liquids from the floor and on this last extraction I spent extra time to remove as much moisture from the tiles as possible. I came back a few days later and after checking the tiles were dry using a damp meter, I started the application of the sealer. For this floor I applied seven coats of Tile Doctor Seal and Go for a satin finish. Tile Doctor Seal and Go is a specially formulated water-based sealer that provides both stain resistance and a durable low-sheen finish. It is perfect on a floor of this age where it leaves a lovely finish and will remain durable in what is a essentially a high traffic area. Although we didn’t manage to sort out the area by the front door the client managed to fit a made to measure coir door mat along with carpet bar which was quite practical and looked fine so they were able to resolve that problem without blowing their budget. The client was over the moon with results, the floor had a lovely pattern and the colours now shone through. I suggested the use of Tile Doctor Neutral Tile Cleaner to keep the floor clean and in good condition. It is neutral in pH so will ensure that the newly applied sealer stays in place and will ensure maintenance is nice and easy for them. Paul Wales Monmouthshire Tile Doctor

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Bloom Garden Co

WE TURN YARDS INTO GARDENS Bloom Garden Co. believes that the practice of gardening is fourfold: It is an art, a science, a service to our clients, and a service to our planet. For those four reasons, we are passionate about the development and maintenance of beautiful gardens, serious about horticultural knowledge, committed to professionalism in service, and pioneering in our use of environmentally sustainable methods. We are Tallahassee's first electric lawncare company. We use 100% Lithium Ion powered lawn equipment. We carry no chemicals with us. We minimize fertilizer use to mitigate nutrient pollution. We value organic principles and natural systems. We want to change the way you think and feel about your yard.

Saltspring

NZ Builders Ltd

A passive solar home built on Saltspring Island from Concrete Insulated Panels. Operates independently from all public infrastructure. Using Solar P.V and a battery bank as the homes power source, collecting water from the roof into a 5000 gallon rain water collection system. The heat source is passive solar, wood burning fireplace.The home consumes 4500KW per year in heat. Photos by Leanna Rathkelly

Texas Mesquite goes Modern

DeVos Custom Woodworking

Elegant texture and style gives the "wow" factor to this kitchen. Category: island top and countertops Wood species: Texas Mesquite\ Construction method: edge grain Edge profile: softened Thickness: 1.5" thick Finish: Waterlox satin finish Island top and countertop by: DeVos Custom Woodworking Purchased by: Power Creative Project location: Louisville, KY Photo by Power Creative