Stone floor restoration

Natural stone floors are known for their beauty, character and durability, but over time they can lose their original finish due to wear, spills, improper cleaning products, lippage, scratching or structural settling. Stone floor restoration is a comprehensive process designed to return marble, travertine, limestone, terrazzo and granite surfaces to their original condition. At Stone Guru, we provide expert stone restoration services across London and the surrounding counties, using professional equipment and advanced techniques to restore clarity, levelness and long-term protection.

What is stone floor restoration?

Stone floor restoration refers to the complete refurbishment of a natural stone surface, addressing structural issues, surface damage and finish deterioration. Unlike basic cleaning or polishing, full restoration goes deeper, removing imperfections and rebuilding the surface to a uniform, refined and durable finish. It is suitable for floors that have become severely worn, uneven or marked through years of use.

When does a floor need restoration?

Your stone floor may require full restoration if you notice:

- Deep scratches or etching - Dull, uneven or patchy shine - Lippage between tiles - Staining or discolouration - Holes, pits or erosion - Uneven texture or rough spots - Heavy wear in traffic areas - Loss of clarity in the stone’s natural pattern

If these issues are present, polishing alone is not enough. A professional restoration process is required to rebuild the surface correctly.

Our stone floor restoration process

1. Comprehensive inspection – We evaluate the type of stone, its hardness, level of wear and any installation issues. This assessment allows us to plan the exact sequence of grinding, honing and polishing required.

2. Deep cleaning – Before restoration begins, we remove all dirt, residues, coatings and contaminants using professional, stone-safe cleaning agents. This ensures the restoration process is carried out on a clean foundation.

3. Diamond grinding – For floors that are scratched, uneven or affected by lippage, we perform diamond grinding to remove damaged layers and achieve a flat, uniform surface. This step addresses structural imperfections that cannot be corrected through polishing alone.

4. Honing – Using progressively finer abrasives, we refine the stone surface, removing grinding marks and bringing it to a smooth, matte or satin finish. Honing prepares the floor for high-level polishing.

5. Polishing – Depending on your preference, we polish the stone to achieve a soft sheen or a mirror-like reflective finish. Polishing brings out the stone’s natural colour, clarity and detail.

6. Filling and repair – For travertine and other porous stones, pits, holes and gaps are filled to create a continuous, aesthetically pleasing surface.

7. Professional sealing – As the final step, we apply a high-quality impregnating or topical sealer to protect the restored floor from moisture, stains and daily wear. This significantly prolongs the life of the finish and helps maintain the stone’s appearance over time.

Types of stone we restore

- Marble - Travertine - Limestone - Terrazzo - Granite - Slate - Engineered stone (when suitable)

Each material requires a precise combination of abrasives, equipment and technique, all of which are carefully selected by our trained technicians.

Benefits of full stone floor restoration

Restoring a natural stone floor brings several long-term advantages:

- A renewed, consistent and elegant appearance - Removal of scratches, etching and lippage - Improved hygiene and easier cleaning - Enhanced light reflection and colour clarity - A more durable and protected surface - Extended lifespan compared to unmaintained floors

This service is especially effective for floors in kitchens, hallways, hotels, commercial areas, luxury homes and historic properties.

Professional stone floor restoration in London

Based in London, Stone Guru provides full restoration services for residential, commercial and public environments. Using advanced machinery such as Hypergrinder and RAKU systems, combined with years of specialist expertise, we deliver reliable, high-quality results with minimal disruption to your home or business.

If your stone floor has lost its shine or shows signs of wear, contact us to arrange an inspection or request a restoration plan tailored to your needs.