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Maintenance of Natural Stone |
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 Purpletree Products can supply a variety of sealants and applicator kits, dependant on the type of stone flooring you purchase.
Sealants are available for both internal and external use. Products include Tiple C, Tensid, Dry Treat, Fila etc for a variety of finishes from Invisible, Matt or Satin sealants to invisable impregnators which allow the stone to breathe. For further information and advice, please contact us direct.
Download our Floor Maintenance Document Download our Floor Layout Maintenance Advice |
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Points to Consider when choosing Natural Stone Flooring |
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| Suitability - Think about what suitability your Stone floor needs to fulfil Which rooms ? How much wear/foot traffic / food/drink/children/dogs etc - (don't be afraid to use stone in kitchen areas - the sealing process of Natural stone is dealt with by your fixer and in reality is a very simple process which should last 5 - 10 years before needing any further attention) | ||
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| If you are choosing a Stone Floor for your Kitchen/Hallway/Living area it needs to be hardwearing, easy to maintain, you may want to consider choosing a stone with a fairly neutral colour so that it does not become the main focus of the area and you can easily change future wall colours, fabrics etc | ||
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| Think about the style/Period of your Home - your new floor should feel part of the History of the building - if you are looking for an inside/outside theme to lead out onto an external Terrace area there are some stones that are suitable for both but your supplier needs to know at the outset so they can help you make the right choice | ||
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| Colour - Think about your pallette of colours and if possible when you choose your stone in a showroom take along with you a piece of the kitchen unit door, and maybe your farrow & ball paint chart and fabric swatches - Remember you can still choose a neutral coloured stone with fossils/character/markings that is very practical and easy to maintain - Always expect some variation in the colours/markings and texture of Stone ! that is the beauty of Mother Nature | ||
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| Budget - Create a budget that you do not want to exceed including the fixing and sealing costs | ||
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| Size/Laying Pattern/ thickness - there are many different types sizes/thickness/patterns of stone to choose from so decide whether you want a contemporary single size look or a Rustic Farmhouse feel or a Traditional Period look | ||
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| Underfloor Heating - Natural stone is very effective over underfloor heating and means you can do away with unsightly radiators- A good Natural Stone Specialist Flooring supplier will hold your hand along the process of do's and don'ts | ||
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| Fixer - make sure you choose a reputable fixer and one that has previous experience of fixing Natural Stone - ask your stone supplier to organise it for you or recommend a reputable fixer - and always ask for more than one quotation | ||
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