Our client was looking to have her limestone floor rejuvenated and approached her cleaning company G Clean to see if they could help. Mick the Company Owner had been following our work on Instagram for a little while. Wanting to ensure that the client and her stone had the best possible treatment, he recommended that she contact Athena Stonecare for a restoration service rather than a deep clean.
When we attended for the initial visit, we provided a sample for two different treatment options. Our full restoration service involves grinding the stone flat to begin with. This removes lippage, surface level pin holes, scratches, etch marks and grout residues. This comprehensive initial stage provides an even surface for us to refinish to restore the stone back to its original condition, while also allowing specialist sealants to be applied throughout the process to penetrate deep into the tiles.
Although it is more labour intensive, it is recommended for stone that has not been professionally treated since installation or has significant surface damage. It is more costly, but ultimately provides longevity, by enabling easier maintenance and rectifying existing issues before they degrade to a point of being beyond repair.
Our client opted for this more involved treatment and the team attended over 3 days. At the end of the first day, we applied a deep penetrating sealant after the grinding phase which was left to cure overnight. This protects from moisture ingress as well as rising damp problems. After this we used copper-bonded diamonds to remove grinding scratch patterns and applied a limestone densifier to harden the stone, making it more user friendly in heavy traffic areas.
The final stage saw the stone refinished using resin-bonded diamonds to achieve a satin hone. The floor was then sealed with an impregnator for surface level stain-protection.
Excellent, efficient and courteous service . My marble floor looks new and my bathroom walls look amazing. I’m really pleased with the work and the outcome. It only took one day to complete with minimum disruption. Would definitely recommend and will use again and again.
Dave and his partner fully deserve the five star rating. They did a perfect job, on time and on budget. The pool surround which, after 30 years of lime build-up, looked like mud, now, after Dave has worked his magic, looks beautiful again ,showing all the lovely colouring and striations. It’s a joy to see each morning.
We used Athena to refurbish a 20 year old limestone floor and granite worktops. The floor was very scratched and damaged in a few places, and the granite needed some TLC. David and Terry spent a full day working on both and we're delighted with the results. Its saved us a very expensive and messy job in having the floor replaced. They worked professionally and tidily and gave us some really helpful advice about other stonework we are considering. We would definitely recommend!
"Outstanding results, it’s like having a brand new floor. Dave & his team managed to clean & lighten the 40+ years old sandstones from dark grey to beige. They were so effective, discreet & organised on their 2 days work and very patient with my numerous questions."
We truly appreciate you accommodating this for us on such short notice. You’re just the best team for the job, and your knowledge on the subject is incredible.
I had a double sink marble surround which was in really bad shape, Athena Stonecare got it back to practically new. I’d had a few different companies give me quotes and these guys were the most professional and competitive on their price. Really pleased.
