Purchasing a new home is a big thing and you may end up purchasing a home that needs a little fixing up. As a new owner, you want to renovate and restore a few things so that you can make it as you desire. You can also see the beauty and potential in the home and you can think of restoring marble floors that have become dull and damaged over time. As the new owner, you can hire professionals for marble restoration in Sydney. However, if the DIY worm has bit you and you want to do marble polishing in Sydney all on your own, here are some steps that you can follow.
Cleaning
It is essential to know that marble is a limestone. While many people think it to be from a granite family, marble is softer than granite. Thus, it stains and wears down easily. Marble is a natural stone but all natural stones are not similar to each other. Each one will require a different procedure. You must never use vinegar to clean marble as any kind of acidic substance can make the surface dull. You must always clean marble surfaces with a pH-neutral dish soap or clear ammonia diluted with water. For stubborn stains, you can also use hydrogen peroxide.
Repairing
If you see that the damaged surface is a marble tile, you can use a tool to remove the grout and the damaged piece of tile. You can replace the tile with the new one. Repair the cracks in marble surfaces with a marble repair compound from your local home improvement center or marble dealer. If there is more damage and you think it is beyond your capacities, you can leave those to the professionals.
Honing
Your marble floors that bear heavy traffic day in and day out become dull and this happens when the natural crystals within the stone erode from abrasion of dirt, sand and shoes. Honing is also a part of marble polishing in Sydney. Honing can be done through abrasive stones or pads that are attached to a handheld oscillating tool. The process further leaves a smooth finish.
Polishing
Go a step beyond with marble polishing in Sydney. Polishing of your marble will add luster when it is done after cleaning, repairing, and honing procedures. We would suggest that you opt for polishing marble from the professionals as the outcome will be much better.
If you have any requirements of marble restoration in Sydney, you can reach out to us.
Titans Natural Stone Restoration specializes in the restoration, polishing, and sealing of natural stone surfaces like Marble, Travertine, Granite, Limestone, etc., in Los Angeles County and Orange County in Southern California.
