What is Etching?
When acidic substances come in contact with natural stone surfaces, the acid actually begins to eat away at the surface, which creates dull spots known as etching.
Etching & Stain Protection
The next level in Stone & Tile care.
What they say about us
Why Protect Your Natural Stone Countertops?
Our anti-etching solution will stop etching and staining caused by acidic foods and liquids. This innovative solution forms durable, ultra-low visibility, super-thin, coating that prevents the toughest stains and caustic solutions from coming in contact with your marble countertop surface.
Care and Maintenance
Marble is a metamorphic rock consisting mostly of calcite and dolomite. It is formed by the metamorphism of limestone over time and temperature changes. When most people think of marble, they imagine a hard stone that is white with grey markings. In reality, it is one of the softer stones and can also have irregularly coloured marks due to the presence of impurities such as silica and clay.
Do’s
- Use a neutral floor cleaning product
- Put plastic trays under potted plants
- Put plastic or felt coasters beneath wood and metal furniture feet
- Clean dust on natural floor tile regularly
- Use door mats on marble floors
Dont’s
- Use Acidic or high alkaline cleaning products
- Use scouring powders & abrasives, they can scratch the natural stone
- Use coatings such as waxes on natural stone floors
- Use rubber and fibre pads, they can scratch natural stone floors
Our work
Why Choose Us?
Reputation
Stone Seal sets the highest standards for interior design & stone restoration throughout Ireland by offering efficient, eco-friendly and flexible solutions.
Experience
From concrete polishing to stone restoration, Stone Seal has the skills and the team to provide best-in-class services that have evolved through more than 16 years.
Training
Stone Seal technicians have completed a minimum of six months of the latest and best training available to ensure they provide the best restoration & design service to all customers.
Systems
From customer service and operations right down to our technicians, every job is a priority with Stone Seal. We have invested in industry-leading techniques, like vehicle tracking and quality assurance evaluations.
Guarantee
Here at Stone Seal, customer satisfaction is fundamental to our success. Since 2012 we have been widely recognised as the leading stone and restoration company in Ireland.
Meet the Team
Stone Seal has invested heavily in our team and it shows. Over the years, we have placed special emphasis on sourcing, training and nurturing the most talented and dedicated restoration and design team in the country. When it comes to your home or business, you deserve the best.
Kellie has been working with SMC Group for over 5 years and is the services co-ordinator for our stone and tile cleaning and restoration division. Kellie's duties vary from answering customer queries and calls to managing the schedule and day to day operations of our tile and stone team.
Mark is one of our longest serving employees and you'll know this by his versatility. His techincal knowledge and skills make him an excellent account manager as well as a technician. Mark is very popular with our clients as he consistently delivers a best in class experience.
Sean is one of our most advanced tile and stone technicians and his been with us for over 4 years now. From marble to limestone, Sean knows how to clean, restore and seal even the toughest of stone surfaces.
Frequently
Asked
Questions
How much does anti-etching cost?
Our competitive prices are calculated based on the work required. This can vary depending on the type, condition & measurements of your surface.
Are you eco-friendly?
We specialise in water conservation and treatment, like high pressure/low water washing, water recycling and rainwater harvesting and treating. We use the safest products and dispose of all waste responsibly.
How often should I clean my natural stone surfaces?
You should be professionally cleaning your natural stone surfaces every six months. Areas of the home where marble features like countertops, kitchen floors and bathrooms tend to be the most used.
Is anti-etching worth it?
While cosmetically, we want our natural stone surfaces to look their best at all times, for health & sanitary reasons alone it’s worth getting your surfaces professionally cleaned & restored often.
How do I choose a anti-etch specialist?
Natural Stone is expensive and delicate. It’s important to make sure you choose a legitimate licenced business with insurance, training and guarantees in place. Sometimes, things can go wrong and you need to be sure you are protected and covered. Stone Seal is a fully registered, insured, highly trained and experienced natural stone restoration company.
