Tuesday, March 25, 2014

Know About Marble And Metal Maintenance Long Island

By Jaclyn Hurley


New York homeowners are likely to have elegant appointments in their homes, many of which are period town houses. Marble and metal maintenance Long Island professionals can help when people don't know how to care for stone floors, counter tops, and other furnishings or the ornamental ironwork on the exteriors of their homes. There is information online that can help, since care and prevention means far fewer problems. Although these two materials may not seem to have much in common, they both require care and need specialized products created for the purpose of maintaining their integrity and appearance.

Marble is a porous stone that is sensitive to acid. It can be cleaned with certain products, polished with special waxes, and sealed to make it less susceptible to stains and damage. However, nothing takes the place of regular care. Knowing how to clean your stone objects is the first step.

Household tasks are often done with vinegar or lemon juice, which clean and disinfect. These do more harm than good to marbles, for which hydrogen peroxide and baking soda (properly diluted) are better choices. Spills should be wiped up immediately, followed by washing with warm water and mild soap and drying with a soft cloth. Even water can discolor the stone if left to pool on the surface. Stains can sometimes be removed by a poultice; go online for recipes using fuller's earth or kaolin.

Polishing objects made of this stone (which is a form of limestone) keeps the lustre that makes them so beautiful. Use a special product made for the purpose. There are also special sealers for use on surfaces that may come into contact with foods or liquids. The manufacturer may have recommendations for products that are safe to use. Use coasters under glasses and padding on furniture legs to protect floors.

Like the stone famous for its elegance, metal maintenance is not a simple topic. Although metallic surfaces are perceived to be impervious to most things, they really require regular care, inspection, and restoration when necessary to keep them fully functional or decorative. They also require knowledgeable care and specialized products for best results.

Metal is used in architecture all over New York city. There are also huge steel buildings that house everything from industries to churches. All of these structures need care, cleaning, and periodic restoration. Most of these tasks require professional help, but owners should understand all options.

As with stone, there are special products designed to clean, seal, and restore metallic surfaces. In an area with extreme weather and a lot of air pollution, paint may be degraded and no longer protect the underlying metal surface unless it is cleaned regularly. Metal, although very durable, requires care to keep it in good condition.

The internet has a lot of information about maintenance an restoration, as well as professionals who can help people protect their property. Many firms in the New York area have been in business for decades and understand the challenges that face both historic and newly constructed buildings inside and out. They can also perform regular inspections to catch problems before they become big ones.




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