Is granite easier to look after than marble?

Generally it is harder and more resistant to scratching and acids, but it is not maintenance-free and still needs suitable products and sealing. We confirm the stone type before recommending anything.

How long will my kitchen be out of action?

That depends on the size and condition of the stone, and we would give you an estimate when we quote. The sealer also needs time to cure before heavy use, and how long depends on the product.

My hallway stone has been sealed or polished by previous owners. Does that matter?

It can. Some coatings need removing before the stone can be restored, and we may not know what is on it until we test. Tell us if you have any history, and we will test a hidden area first.

SW3 · SW10

Marble & Natural Stone Cleaning in Chelsea

Marble and stone cleaning, polishing and restoration for Chelsea’s kitchen worktops, original hallways and fireplaces.

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Chelsea has a long design tradition, and its interiors reflect it. Many homes mix original stone, such as a hallway floor or a fireplace, with kitchens and bathrooms refitted in the last decade or two, so one house can contain several different stones of different ages with different needs.

We identify each stone before we clean it, because marble, limestone, travertine and granite do not respond to the same products. Dirt and old product residue can be cleaned off. Scratches and etching are in the stone itself and need honing and polishing.

Kitchen islands and worktops

A marble worktop is beautiful and marks easily: citrus, wine, vinegar and many household sprays leave dull etch marks, and oil can stain if the stone is not sealed. Granite is harder and more forgiving, but still needs suitable products.

Worktops can often be cleaned, honed and re-sealed in a visit, although the kitchen needs to be clear and out of use for a while.

Original hallways and fireplaces

Older stone in a townhouse, such as a flagged hall or a marble fireplace, may have had many years of polishes and sealers applied, and we may need to find out what is on it before choosing a method.

Original stone is worth treating carefully, and we would rather test a hidden area than assume.

Our products and methods

We use carefully selected cleaning products and follow manufacturer instructions. Product suitability is checked according to the type of stone and the requirements of each property.

Getting a quote in Chelsea

Send photos of each area of stone, and tell us what you know about the type and any previous treatment. We cover all of Chelsea (SW3, SW10), including mansion flats and riverside apartments.

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Marble and stone cleaning in Chelsea: questions

Often, yes. Etch marks and dull patches can be honed and polished out, and the stone then re-sealed. Deep chips and cracks are a separate repair, and we will tell you what is realistic from the photos.

For independent advice on choosing and caring for natural stone, see Stone Federation Great Britain, the UK trade association for natural stone.

Marble & Stone Cleaning in Other London Areas

Mayfair Pimlico Holland Park Kensington Belgravia Notting Hill Fulham

Where we work

All of London, with detailed pages for the neighbourhoods on our areas page.

Monday–Saturday 9am – 6pm · Sunday 11am – 6pm

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