When water’s left to stand on a natural stone or tile surface, it can dry and leave behind a stain. Circular ring marks from cups and glasses are common, especially on porous stone surfaces like limestone, sandstone and terracotta. But it’s a...
Resin-based black brush-in grout is a popular option for pavers. It’s fast to apply and creates a durable grout joint ideal for outdoor areas. It works particularly well with granite pavers, complementing the black speckling within the stone. Orange staining can,...
Rusty red staining around the edge of a stone paver is a relatively common issue. The tell-tale stain, which generally frames a paver, can occur for a number of reasons. These tend to be a combination of poor drainage and use of the incorrect...
In seasons gone by, patio areas were “put in bed” in early autumn, along with the garden. Nowadays, with the advent of products like outdoor heaters, hot tubs and lounge-style furnishings, these spaces are used year-round. This makes regular...
An LTP protection and maintenance system has been used to complete an extensive stone floor renovation at St Albans Cathedral. The renovation, carried out by collaborative team – Silex UK and Winchester-based Extensive – spanned a 250 square metre...
