Technical Blog
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 RESTORE BLACK PAVERS
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...
How to protect polished concrete & toppings
Concrete flooring is very popular in commercial and contemporary settings and ticks so many boxes; it’s hard wearing, cost effective, low maintenance and it’s generally considered to have a small carbon footprint. Designers and self-builders have long been...
HOW TO REMOVE AMINE BLUSH
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...
How to remove white calcium markings from slate
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,...
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...
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 TO RESTORE BLACK PAVERS
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 can anything...
HOW TO CLEAN PORCELAIN PAVERS
Porcelain pavers are incredibly hard wearing and require little maintenance – but they’re not self-cleaning. In our latest blog, we look at the best products and methods to use, to help retain that just installed look and the performance benefits of a new...
DO EXTERNAL PORCELAIN TILES NEED TO BE SEALED?
Porcelain tiles are an ideal surface option for a patio installation. They’re incredibly robust, resistant to most stains and are very easy to look after. But do they need to be sealed, like stone? As a general rule of thumb, it’s only polished porcelain...
ECOPROTEC EXPANDS SALES TEAM FURTHER WITH THE APPOINTMENT OF MATT JONES
Following a period of rapid growth, ECOPROTEC has boosted its sales team further with the appointment of Matt Jones. Well known and respected within the industry, Matt joins with over 30 years’ of experience within the tile trade and will support ECOPROTEC...
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