When you are considering cleaning limestone, you want the process to run smoothly and without stress. If you have invested in a limestone floor for your home or business, you will want it to last a long time. Furthermore, you will need to be equipped with information on how best to care for it. This will allow you to get the most from your limestone tiles. You will get to enjoy their lustre and sophisticated appearance for many years.
The best way to preserve the appearance of your limestone floor is to look after it through regular cleaning and maintenance. This should not be a laboursome task and getting into a routine will make this process easier for you. The following tips have been put together in order to assist you in this:
Cleaning Limestone – daily tips
Limestone tiles do not require wet cleaning each day. That is, unless you deem it necessary due to use. However, making sure you remove dirt, sand particles and debris from the surface daily is important. This should not take long and can really go a long way to helping reduce the damage of the surface of the tiles. Small grains and grit can easily scratch the surface and work like sandpaper on the tile.
It is best to use a soft-bristled brush for this. Be careful not to trap dirt and drag it across the floor as this is likely to cause light scratching as well.
Cleaning Limestone – further tips
Removing dust and dirt particles is a great way to support your tiles daily. However, you will notice that dirt will still build up and your limestone floor tiles will need occasional cleaning. We cleaning is a great way to achieve a clean and fresh look for your tiles.
It is important that when you mop to use a product that is appropriate for limestone. As a natural stone, some products will be too harsh and can cause further damage. It is important to ring out excess water prior to applying the mop to the floor. Too much water when cleaning can cause issues for stone tiles. Leaving water or excess moisture on any natural stone for any length of time is never a good thing.
This is a limestone tiled floor that we deep cleaned recently in Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire. The cleaning process transformed the floor, and its natural beauty was able to shine through. Looking for a stone cleaning quote? Call today on 07738 022813.