When first laid, your new natural stone paving can be particularly vulnerable to stains and marks. Over time, the pores in your stone’s surface willgradually fill in with ‘good dirt’ from day to day use and exposure to the elements. This creates a natural barrier on the surface, which helps...
When first laid, your new natural stone paving can be particularly vulnerable to stains and marks. Over time, the pores in your stone’s surface will
gradually fill in with ‘good dirt’ from day to day use and exposure to the elements. This creates a natural barrier on the surface, which helps the
stone’s resistance to unsightly marks and staining. Despite this protective barrier, however, there are some common contaminants that will still cause staining:
• Greasy food from BBQs
• Drinks such as red wine or coffee
• Vehicle oil spills
• Tyre marks
• Algae, lichens and other naturally occurring stains
Choosing the right care products for your paving is vital; overly aggressive cleaning regimes can strip the stone’s natural protective layer, rendering it vulnerable again to fresh staining and marks. When using any chemical on natural stone, we recommend testing the product on an off-cut or inconspicuous section of your paving first, to ensure that you are familiar with how the product works and to double-check there are no adverse effects from its use.
