A Homeowner in Cordova Loved the Results of Our Stone Polishing Service on Her Entryway Floor

January 15, 2024

The state of your entryway says a lot about the rest of your home. A homeowner in Cordova was well aware of this fact, and she didn't take it lightly when she saw no shine coming from her floor. The limestone surface looked okay at a glance, but the homeowner felt like it had lost all its charm somewhere along the way. The tiles didn't draw the eye like they used to, and the color wasn't as vibrant.


She looked at the problem from multiple angles and decided against trying new cleaning products on the floor. The most sensible solution was to trust a professional when it came to such a visible part of her house. At this point, the homeowner knew that Sir Grout Memphis was the best choice. She'd seen the results of our methods while visiting a neighbor's house and had been curious about our stone polishing services in Cordoba ever since.

With this in mind, the homeowner looked for more information online before contacting our crew. Between our website's content and the glowing reviews from previous clients, she felt pretty confident about our expertise when she finally contacted us to ask for an in-home evaluation.

On the scheduled date, our specialists visited her house to look at the floor. There was no lasting damage to the tiles but, as the homeowner expressed during the evaluation, the foyer didn't feel very welcoming. The stone looked drab and the tiles only shone faintly from the glass panels on the door. Our techs explained that, despite their durability, stone floors look less smooth after long periods of constant foot traffic. Traditional cleaners also play a part in the deterioration of limestone surfaces, leaving the tiles more vulnerable to etching and discoloration.

At the end of their inspection, our crew had no doubts about the right way to deal with the problem. They offered a complete honing and polishing service, stating that this was an important step in the maintenance of stone surfaces. The homeowner scheduled a new appointment for the restoration, and they agreed to come back later to work on the floor.

The day arrived and our techs were at the client's doorstep with all the necessary equipment to start the process. They soaked the entire floor with a stone-safe cleaner and used a high-speed scrubber to eliminate dirt, dust specs, and any errant stains. This unique product always guarantees effective cleaning and quick results, so nothing remained on the floor after a few laps around the entryway.

The floor was ready for the next step. Our experts took multiple sets of high-quality diamond pads, each with different levels of grit. They ran the pads on the surface, increasing those grit levels as they saw the marks disappear from the stone. Then, our techs polished the surface with special powders, making it go from a matte finish to the soft glow that the client had missed from her limestone tiles.

To complete the restoration, our specialists applied stone sealant and buffed the floors thoroughly before letting the client see the result. When they called her back, she was in awe. The floor looked gorgeous and she could see her reflection on the tiles. After thanking our team for their work, the homeowner promised to tell more people about the wonders of our stone polishing service.

Before leaving the house, our techs went over some important tips to improve surface cleaning and maintenance. First of all, it's not farfetched to expect a pristine-looking floor at all times, but you should ensure a gentle treatment when it comes to cleaning stone surfaces. Bleach and soap-based cleaners don't do a good job on this end. It's common to see no improvement when you try these products on embedded dirt and your limestone surface can lose its color to a host of chemical ingredients. To avoid these issues, our specialists recommend using pH-neutral products like Sir Grout's Natural Hard Surface Cleaner. This effective cleaning formula works against dirt, grease, shoe prints, and food residue. Thanks to its unmatched cleaning power, homeowners don't need to subject their stone floors to chemical elements whenever there's a stain. Instead, they can expect a visible improvement and less stress during their cleaning sessions.

Other recommendations focused on the right cleaning tools and the best environment to preserve the beauty of stone surfaces. Our experts were happy to confirm that the homeowner had never used steel wools and other sharp tools on the floor. These tools can leave scratch marks behind, leading to deeper issues involving cracks and loose tiles. They're also not as effective when removing stains and stickiness from your floors, which is a mop or a fresh towel is always the best choice. Meanwhile, a well-ventilated room has fewer chances of being affected by mold and mildew. Our crew recommends opening the windows and doors a few times a day in different parts of the house. The homeowner's foyer wasn't at risk of suffering the effects of moisture buildup, but this is a good tip to keep in mind for other parts of your home.

Are you stuck trying subpar solutions on your stone surfaces? Sir Grout Memphis helps you with the most thorough hard surface restoration services. You can trust our professionals to give your floors and countertops the care they deserve. Your stone surfaces will steal all the looks and keep their beauty for weeks on end. If you want to learn more, call (901) 538-9100 or schedule a free quote online to set an appointment with us. Also, remember to subscribe to our newsletter so you don't miss our latest promotions and updates.