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PROTECTING & ENHANCING EXTERNAL PORCELAIN PAVERS
Over the last ten years, we’ve seen the popularity of porcelain pavers skyrocket. Generally chosen in large format natural-effects, these tiles provide a wood or stone-look combined with the durability and low maintenance benefits of porcelain. They do,...
How to Remove grease Stains from Patios & Paving
Patios have become essential outdoor living spaces, providing valuable extra room for socialising, dining and entertaining in both residential and commercial settings. As a result, they now require more regular and targeted maintenance to keep them looking their best,...
TACKLING GRAFFITI EFFECTIVELY
Longer daylight hours and warmer weather bring many benefits, but they also coincide with an increase in graffiti vandalism and tagging. The summer months consistently see higher levels of graffiti activity, creating additional challenges for property owners. With...
HOW TO MAINTAIN EXTERNAL WET AREAS
Natural stone and porcelain pavers are the most popular surface choice for spa areas, pool surrounds and wet play zones. They’re hardwearing and easy to keep clean but, if not maintained correctly, they can create a slip hazard. This is rarely...
HOW OFTEN SHOULD YOU RESEAL STONE FLOORING?Â
Sealing a stone floor with a protective sealer or impregnator gives protection against stains. It’s recommended for all types of natural stone installed indoors, where it helps retain a floor’s aesthetic, slip performance and makes ongoing maintenance...
HOW TO REMOVE BIRD EXCREMENT FROM PAVING SLABS
Over the last few weeks’, we’ve received a lot of enquiries about bird poo removal from porcelain and stone pavers.  These stains are generally white, grey or pink – if bird’s have been eating berries – and they can be quite difficult to remove, especially once dry. A...
DO PORCELAIN PAVERS NEED SEALING?
Porcelain tiles are an excellent choice for patio installations. They’re extremely durable, resistant to most stains, and very easy to maintain. But do they need to be sealed, like stone? As a general rule, only polished porcelain tiles need sealing, and these...
WHY WIRE BRUSHES should be avoided
When tackling a deep tile clean, wire brushes are often a popular choice. In fact, surprisingly, they’re often recommended on tile forums. However, they’re not the right solution for removing stubborn stains. A wire brush will scratch a natural stone tile and...
How to remove rust from paving slabs
Rust is a common cause of staining on outdoor pavers and marks can be difficult to remove – especially if you don’t know the origin of the stain. Although rust generally always creates an orange-coloured stain on the face of a paver, there are actually two...
PORCELAIN PAVERS – EASY CARE BUT NOT CARE-FREE
Last year saw a significant shift in external porcelain, with engineered slabs dominating market growth. Once a niche product, these pavers have become a top choice for external patio installations, especially in more contemporary settings – and deservedly...
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