by Leah Morrell | Oct 6, 2025 | Exterior Projects
Have you come across dark coloured leaf prints or stains on the surfaces of porcelain tiles? If so, the chances are that these marks could be caused by tannins. Made up of polyphenol compounds, tannins are naturally found in plants and trees and,...
by Angie Fitzhugh | Sep 15, 2025 | Exterior Projects
Astronomical autumn doesn’t begin for another week but signs of the new season have already arrived. Ripening berries and falling leaves are evident to see and are thought to be in response to our unusually warm spring and summer. As a result, it’s worth preparing...
by Angie Fitzhugh | Sep 8, 2025 | Exterior Projects
Resin-based black brush-in grout is a popular option for landscaping projects. 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...
by Leah Morrell | Sep 1, 2025 | Exterior Projects
As a result of this year’s sustained heat and drought, 2025 is set to surpass the famous summer of 1976. It’s no surprise that outdoor spaces are looking a little lacklustre and, in the case of black limestone, rather faded. So, why has this happened and...
by Angie Fitzhugh | Jul 24, 2025 | Exterior Projects
The popularity of cement free brush-in grouts for grouting in porcelain and natural stone paving has grown exponentially over the last decade, but they do bring with them a specific issue concerning amine blush. Amine blush is a greasy or waxy film that can form...
by Angie Fitzhugh | Jul 10, 2025 | Exterior Projects
White markings or blemishes in slate are common and are hundreds of millions of years old. Rather than being a defect, they are a natural characteristic of the stone and are normally only visible after the slate has been split. However,...
