Stone can lose its lustre or damage over time especially for the floor surface where is the high usage area because of heavy foot traffic. No matter it’s natural or artificial stone, it can be scratched or stained by many reasons. But all these damages can be repair by professional technicians. In order to keep the stone floor and even the wall in good condition, regular and proper maintenance would be highly recommended.
Etched marks are caused on certain stones by contact with acidic or high alkaline substances. Most household cleaning products are of this nature and shouldn’t be used on natural stone surfaces. Some foods and liquids are also high in acidity and can etch stone surfaces.
Natural Stone varies in porosity and hardness. Some stones are more susceptible to chips and cracks then others. However, all is not lost. Most chips and cracks can be repaired by professionals.
Lippage occurs when one stone tile edge is higher or lower than the adjacent tile. Besides the appearance of the floor tiles does not look good, a serious injury may occur if someone trips on the high tile.
Porous stones like sandstone, limestone and marble can develop stains over time which become embedded inside the stone. White marble can be more susceptible to staining and discolouration. The cause of stains can vary but they need to be treated correctly to achieve the desired results.
There are a multitude of reasons why marble can get scratches. Deep scratches can come from dragging furniture around, accidents, and shoes like heels and cleats.
Stone floor can be damage to certain degree especially in heavy traffic area, such as shopping malls, railway stations & airport departure and arrival hall, etc. Stone replacement would be great idea to keep the overall floor area to look neat and clean.