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Stone floors can last decades – and some, like those in historic Surrey churches, have stood up under centuries of use. To keep a stone floor looking its best, it’s important to take care of it. Stone floors are typically scratch and stain resistant, but that doesn’t mean they’re impervious to damage. Fortunately, in most cases, the damage can be repaired and Surrey Marble and Granite are proud to offer a repair and refinishing service for many stone floors. Replacing a stone floor can be costly, and can significantly alter […]

Some trends only hit the catwalks – this one is coming to flats and houses across the UK. Quartz is surging in popularity, and in 2018, we’re predicting a rise in the number of quartz worktops in homes like yours. Why do people love quartz? We’ve yet to spot one single reason why so many of our customers are choosing quartz worktops instead of other materials, such as wood, lino or tile, or even other stones, such as marble or granite. A few elements do keep cropping up however: – […]

The chalky white build up left behind on sinks, showers and worktops is a common problem in the UK. Limescale is a bigger problem in hard water areas and situations where cold water is heated and then allowed to cool, such as kettles and hot water tanks. The build up of limescale is unsightly and can impede the function of domestic appliances so most people will want to remove it from their granite tiles or marble worktops. Continue reading for our top tips on removing limescale from marble and granite: