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EXPERT CARE FOR YOUR MATERIAL

SLATE MAINTENANCE

Revive the color and texture of your slate with professional cleaning and sealing.

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Keep your slate flooring and surfaces looking great all year round with MARBLELIFE®.

For homes, regular care keeps slate entryways, kitchens, bathrooms and patios ready for everyday use. Focus on removing tracked-in dirt, attending to spills and choosing care methods suited to the stone and its finish. When routine cleaning no longer restores the appearance you want, professional attention can help you decide the next step.

For commercial spaces, maintenance should reflect how the building is used. Lobbies, corridors, retail areas and dining spaces can have different traffic patterns and care needs. A practical plan helps the team responsible for the building coordinate everyday upkeep with periodic professional service.

MARBLELIFE can assess the condition of your slate and discuss appropriate cleaning, repair, restoration and sealing options. Match the work to the needs of your home or commercial property, then use a consistent care routine to maintain the result.

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SLATE MAINTENANCE

EXPERT CARE FOR YOUR MATERIAL

Explore Slate Care.

MARBLELIFE Slate Services

Slate is a beautiful stone that has a natural texture. It is fire resistant and durable, plus, needs only minimum maintenance. It is also resistant to moisture and weather-related damage.

However, slate can get stained or discolored over time, and impact damage from hard items may cause the need for cleaning, repair, and restoration.

 

MARBLELIFE's services can help you with the regular maintenance of your stone surfaces. Avoid costly replacements while keeping your surfaces beautiful with MARBLELIFE.

MARBLELIFE Services Solve Multiple Challenges

Etching

Etching

Dull marks caused by acidic substances, affecting its smoothness and beauty.

Staining

Staining

Stubborn stains from spills or oils can mar even slate surfaces.

Dullness

Dullness

Wear and tear and improper cleaning methods reduce its natural shine.

Dirt Build-up

Dirt Build-up

Over time, a layer of dirt, soap, or topical cleaners can accumulate on top of the slate.

Cracking and Chipping

Cracking and Chipping

Impact from heavy objects or structural stress can cause cracks and chips.

Our Approach

Here is an overview of our systematic process for cleaning to maintain and elevate the appearance of your surfaces.

Our Approach

  1. Step 1: Prepare and Mask

    Before we start, we mask and protect the surrounding areas to prevent any damage, ensuring a hassle-free experience for you.

  2. Step 2: Assessment

    We inspect the surface and determine any damage, or areas with staining that we need to address.

  3. Step 3: Preparation

    Our experts remove accumulated build-up of wax, dirt, topical cleaners, etc., and prepare the surface. We also strip away any existing sealers to ensure a smooth treatable surface.

  4. Step 4: Repair

    Our technicians remove the damaged sections and replace any broken, cracked, or chipped sections. We address staining damage and scratches by polishing the surface.

  5. Step 5: Sealing

    We seal the surface to guard against future damage because of spills. Eventhough slate is a tough material, it can be susceptible to acidic substances and staining.

  6. Step 6: Inspection

    Our experts conduct a final inspection of the repair to ensure the quality of service.

  7. Step 7: Post-service Guidance

    Our experts offer tips and product guidance on maintaining your slate surface. We educate you to prevent potential issues in the future, ensuring the lasting beauty and durability of your surfaces.

Our Services for Commercial Spaces

MARBLELIFE are the experts. We have the national presence you need. We offer care services for a diverse range of commercial settings.

 

We know that each type of commercial space has unique requirements, and we're equipped to meet them all, delivering the same high standards of quality and attention to detail that you expect.

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Hotels

From the lobby to the guest rooms, our services ensure that every surface meets your high standards for cleanliness and appearance.
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Class-A Buildings

Your building's interior should match its top-tier status. Our service ensures that it does.
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Retail and Malls

Offer customers a shopping environment that's as polished as your surfaces.
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Restaurants

Ensure your surfaces are as captivating as your culinary offerings, from the dining room to behind-the-scenes areas.
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Historical Buildings

We use specialized techniques to care for historically significant buildings, preserving their integrity.

Cleaning for Every Surface

Floors

Floors

Our cleaning services remove stubborn stains, enhancing your floors' natural look and longevity.

Roofs

Roofs

Slate is perfect for roof, and our services can keep your roof looking beautiful and functional.

Stairs

Stairs

Outdoor stairs require a hardy stone and services that can maintain the surface well.

Walkways

Walkways

Impress visitors with beautiful natural stone and make them look the same for years.

Walls

Walls

Wall claddings use slate tiles because of its hardiness and its natural stone look.

Learn How to Care for Your Surfaces

Discover how our expert tips and techniques can keep your stone, tile, and concrete surfaces looking their best all year round.

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Learn How to Care for Your Surfaces

Choose Science. Choose Expertise. Choose MARBLELIFE ® .

For decades, we have been the trusted partner for households and commercial spaces, understanding the unique chemistry of your stone surfaces and offering tailored solutions.

Scientific Solutions

Scientific Solutions

We're a science company, through and through. We're in the business of designing solutions that enhance the relationship between people, buildings, and businesses.

Gold Standard

Gold Standard

With over three decades of experience, we're the gold standard in the industry. We retain a productivity advantage, getting the job done quickly and doing it right on the first go.

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Unmatched Coverage

We're a household name in this industry. With a network of 55 franchises spread across the continental United States, our technical skills and coverage are simply unmatched.

Full-Circle Service

Full-Circle Service

We're with you from start to finish. We're the only folks in the surface care industry that manufacture our own products, and the only product manufacturer that works in surface services.

EXPERT CARE FOR YOUR MATERIAL

A solution for every surface.

Explore the cleaning, restoration and care services that match your material.

ANSWERS BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Answers Before You Begin.

For any specific queries or concerns, feel free to reach out.

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Can damaged slate tiles be repaired or replaced?

Yes, individual slate tiles that are cracked, chipped, or scratched can be removed and replaced easily by MARBLELIFE experts. However, matching new tiles to your existing floor can be challenging because slate varies in color and pattern. If you have leftover tiles from the original installation, they will provide the best match for a seamless repair.

What maintenance is required to keep my slate floor looking its best?

Regular sweeping or vacuuming removes dirt and debris that can scratch the surface. Clean the floor with a MARBLELIFE cleaner that is suitable for slate to avoid damaging the stone. Avoid harsh chemicals and abrasive tools. Periodically, professional deep cleaning and resealing from MARBLELIFE will help maintain the floor’s appearance and extend its lifespan.

How should slate cleaning and sealing be planned?

Slate should be assessed for soil, coatings, wear and the condition of its existing protection. Cleaning and preparation come before deciding on sealing or another finish treatment.

Slate cleaning · Slate sealing · Slate restoration

Does sealing prevent every stain or dull mark?

Sealing can improve stain resistance when it is suitable for the surface, but it does not make stone damage proof. It does not repair scratches or eliminate acid etching on sensitive stone. Cleaning, finish repair and sealing serve different purposes.

Granite sealing · Travertine sealing

Do exterior surfaces need a different care plan?

Outdoor surfaces face weather and different exposure than interior surfaces. Discuss the material, drainage, existing finishes and the way the area is used so the appropriate exterior cleaning or restoration options can be assessed.

Outdoor surface care · Patio care · Pool deck care

What information helps prepare a surface care estimate?

Share your ZIP code, surface material, where it is installed, the approximate area and the concern you see. Photos can help explain the problem. Your local team will confirm the appropriate assessment and scope before work is agreed.

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How do I find the MARBLELIFE team for my property?

Use the location directory or enter your ZIP code in the consultation form to identify the appropriate team. Confirm service availability, coverage and project requirements with that team.

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LET’S TALK ABOUT YOUR SURFACE

A Clear Next Step.

Share your ZIP code, surface and project details to connect with the appropriate local MARBLELIFE team.

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NATIONAL EXPERTISE. DELIVERED LOCALLY.

A local team,
a shared standard of care.

Find MARBLELIFE surface care near you for your home, workplace or commercial property.

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FOR YOUR HOME

Feel good about
the spaces you live in.

Floors, countertops, showers and more.

Residential Care →FOR YOUR BUSINESS

Make a lasting
first impression.

Surface care for the places people work and visit.

Commercial Solutions →
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CARE THAT CONTINUES AT HOME

Products for Your Surface.

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BETTER EVERYDAY CARE

Related Surface Care Advice.

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EXPERIENCES FROM OUR LOCAL TEAMS

What Our Customers Say.

★★★★★

The tile and grout looks so much better, wish I had done it sooner and our technician was very educated in knowing his products and explained all steps needed to achieve great results. Very happy and will use them again.

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LET’S TALK ABOUT YOUR SURFACE

Expert advice.
A clear next step.

Tell us what you’d like to restore. Start with your location, surface and the concern you’re seeing.

  1. Tell us about your project.
  2. Connect with the appropriate local team.
  3. Explore the care your surface needs.
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