Slate is a distinctive and durable metamorphic rock, it is commonly used in domestic and commercial interiors and exteriors due to its attractive finish. Generally, slate is very hardy, however, it can crack or scratch quite easily under impact compared to other floor types.
The TileMaster team in Stockport are specialists in slate floor restoration and we can help you with the restoring, and cleaning of your slate floor. We have years of experience and we have the best equipment and products required to achieve professional results on slate surfaces. Ingrained dirt, scuffs and scratches will be lifted from the slate and a protective sealant will guard against future wear. Once the restoration is complete the floor will look freshly laid and the shine will be restored.
When do slate floors need cleaning or restoration?
To limit the build-up of dirt and dust you must regularly sweep and dust a slate floor. To make sure the floor has the longest lifespan and to prevent damage you should book a professional deep clean at least once a year.
Several factors determine how often your slate floors should be professionally deep cleaned. The most important thing to consider is the amount of use the slate floor receives each day. Commercial premises, kitchens or homes with high traffic areas need a professional clean more frequently than a slate floor in a quiet home. Take a look at your slate floor and check for these common issues to decide when to book a professional restoration. TileMaster Stockport can also help you in identity and fix all common issue with slate floor:
- Dull, lifeless slate tiles
- Dust and and marks from building work or dragged furniture
- Slate tiles which only look good when wet
- Discoloured grouting in a poor state
- Dull spots on the slate floor
- Mopping does not help improve the floor
- Stubborn marks to the slate which cannot be removed
- The slate no longer looks new
Benefits of the TileMaster slate floor cleaning service in Stockport
When you book the friendly and experienced staff at TileMaster Stockport about restoring your slate tiled floor, you’ll discover why our customers love our service. We offer affordable, great value prices as well as numerous benefits for your floor:
- Your slate floor will last longer without damage
- A professional finish will mean less daily cleaning is needed
- More vibrant colour for your slate floor
- Tighter, better performing grout
- The waxed slate will be more comfortable under foot
- Any warranty for your floor will be protected
- Your floor will be left free of bacteria, for a more hygienic environment
Slate restoration package by TileMaster:
The staff at TileMaster Stockport are trained in slate floor restoration. Our team uses expert techniques and premium cleaning solutions specially designed to protect slate. A combination of a multi-step cleaning process, the highest quality floor cleaning equipment, and our own TileMaster custom-made cleaning solutions means our packages are second to none. Our slate cleaning process is as follows:
- Step 1 – We first assess the workspace and discuss finish and seal options for your floor.
- Step 2 – We prepare the work area by removing any furniture that could be an obstacle.
- Step 3 – We protect all surrounding areas with low tack masking tape.
- Step 4 – We vacuum and sweep the entire slate floor to remove any surface debris.
- Step 5 – We use custom made cleaning products to remove old sealer and coatings.
- Step 6 – We will use a power scrub with mechanical agitation along with a PH-neutral floor cleaner to deep clean dirt from the slate
- Step 7 – Dirty solution is extracted with a high power vacuum and a fresh water rinse.
- Step 8 – A diamond-tipped brush brings out a fresh top layer of the slate.
- Step 9 – We speed dry the slate and polish the surface to remove any final footprints. This leaves a slate floor free of marks with an outstanding finish.
- Step 10 – We apply a top-quality impregnating sealer to the slate to ensure that the grouting is protected.
- Step 11 – We apply matt or satin wax to keep the floor smooth underfoot (optional).
- Step 12 – Customer sign-off and inspection to ensure satisfaction. We advise on future maintenance and provide you with 6 months’ worth of slate floor cleaner free of charge.
Why choose TileMaster to restore your slate floor in Stockport?
When you choose TileMaster Stockport to restore your slate floor, we know you’ll be happy with your decision. Our customers are delighted with the quality of our work and the results speak for themselves, just check out Google reviews. Here are just some of the reasons why you should choose TileMaster for your slate floor restoration in Stockport:
- Our team are polite, friendly and local
- We are fully insured for all slate floor restoration work
- All work is carried out in accordance with health and safety guidelines
- Top quality service at great prices
- Our team is specifically trained to work on slate floors
- Minimal disruption and no mess left once work is completed
- Furniture moved and replaced for you
FAQs
Yes, we can use aggressive diamond tooling to remove the lips or sharp edges. Once the floor is flat we can smooth out the floor and bring back the wonderful polished finish
Scratches, scuff marks and damage on the floor can be removed if they are surface-level and in the dressing. Deeper scratches on the surface may require a more intensive process to use diamond pads to repair the scratch.
We are happy to give a ballpark figure from pictures and room sizes, as this can help customer budgeting on renovation projects if they are unsure whether to restore or replace, but ultimately we would need to carry out a full survey and demo before any work can take place.
Yes, we are always happy to call out and offer a free demo clean. Not only does this give you, the customer, a good indication of the results we can achieve, it also allows us to quote for the floor correctly, as we know the process required to achieve those results.
Normally the floor needs around 4 hours to dry. If we are only sealing the grout, the floor is fine for socks and slippers after 1 hour, but depending on the porosity of the tiles, room temperature and other factors, the floor can take longer to dry.
Every job is different, due to furniture, size of area and treatments required but during the free survey & demo we will give you an estimate of time. For example, we recently completed a deep clean and sealed a marble floor of 40sqm in 1.5 days
Every job is different but during the free survey we measure up, do a free demonstration clean to show the results we can achieve, and from this we send over a full proposal for you to browse at your own leisure. We do not give prices on the day or put you under any pressure for an answer there and then
Yes, the floor is fine to use once we leave on the first day. We try to leave protection on the floor in the main traffic way or around the kitchen island, in front of the sink or oven. We normally suggest just not to cook anything like spag bol or curry, however, because the sauce might end up splattering on the floor
Why does my slate floor always look great when I wash it, but then it dry out dull and grey again?
The wet look that mopping gives to a slate floor brings its colours and shine out. Unfortunately, once the floor dries it quickly looks grey and dusty again. TileMaster offer a range of sealer that can enhance the colour and shine of your slate, while also offering a very durable and hard wearing finish
All products used are within the manufacturer’s guidelines, and where applicable your flooring manufacture own brand products can be used.
