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Stone Restoration Projects Across London

At MGS Restoration, we take pride in delivering high-quality stone restoration and cleaning services for residential, commercial, and historic properties throughout London. Our case studies showcase some of the projects we have completed, demonstrating the expertise, techniques, and attention to detail that go into every restoration.

Natural stone surfaces such as marble, limestone, terrazzo, and granite require specialist knowledge to restore them correctly. Each project presents its own challenges, from worn flooring and damaged staircases to stained façades and historic stonework that requires careful conservation.

Our case studies provide an inside look at how our team approaches these projects. From the initial assessment to the final polished result, they highlight the restoration methods used and the transformations achieved.

Our Restoration Projects

Below you can explore a selection of recent projects completed by our team across London. Each case study outlines the condition of the stone before restoration, the techniques used to restore the surface, and the final results achieved.

Our work includes projects such as:

  • Marble floor restoration in residential properties

  • Terrazzo floor restoration in commercial buildings

  • Limestone floor finishing and polishing

  • Stone staircase repairs and restoration

  • Stone façade cleaning using DOFF steam cleaning systems

  • External stone cleaning for patios and paving

These projects demonstrate the range of stone materials and surfaces we work with and the restoration techniques we use to bring natural stone back to its original condition.

Real Results From Real Projects

Every project featured in our case studies represents a real restoration carried out by our experienced team. These examples demonstrate how professional stone restoration can significantly improve the appearance, durability, and longevity of natural stone surfaces.

By combining specialist equipment with expert knowledge of natural stone materials, we are able to restore worn, damaged, or dull stone surfaces and return them to their natural beauty.

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View Our Case Studies

Explore our recent projects to see how we have restored natural stone surfaces across London.

Each case study includes:

  • Project overview

  • Details of the stone material and location

  • Restoration challenges

  • Techniques used during the project

  • Before and after results

CASE STUDIES

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Limestone Floor Restoration in Richmond, London

Material: Natural Limestone
Surface Area: Approximately 550m²
Property Type: Residential Property
Floors: Four Levels

The project included extensive work across multiple areas of the property, including main living spaces, bathrooms, fireplaces, and kitchen worktops.

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Limestone Swimming Pool Floor Restoration in Kensington, London

Material: Natural Limestone
Surface Area: Approximately 400m²
Property Type: Residential Property
Floors: Four Levels

The project included restoring limestone flooring across the entire property as well as repairing and replacing important architectural stone features.

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Marble Floor and Terrazzo at Ladbroke Hall, 79 Barlby Road, London

Materials: White Marble, Terrazzo

Service: Marble and Terrazzo Restoration
Surface Area: Approximately 529m²

Property Type: Grade II Listed Historic Building

The restoration work involved multiple areas within the building, including studio floors, staircases, and balcony terrazzo surfaces.

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Carrara Marble Floor Restoration – Keston, Kent

Material: Carrara Marble with Nero Marquina Border

Service: Marble Floor Restoration and Maintenance
Surface Area: Approximately 180m²
Property Type: Residential Property
Additional Stone: Nero Assoluto Granite (Front Porch)

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Stone Restoration Works – 93 Mortimer Street, Fitzrovia, London

Materials: Pentelikon Marble, Grey Marquina Marble
BuildingService: Marble Restoration and Stone Installation

Building Type: Grade II Listed Historic

Surface Area: Approximately 150m²
Project Type: Heritage Building Refurbishment

 

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Terrazzo and Venetian Mosaic Restoration Kingston upon Thames

Location: 23 Brook Street, Kingston upon Thames, KT1 2BN
Building Type: Grade II Listed Historic Building
Service: Terrazzo and Mosaic Restoration
Materials: Terrazzo, Venetian Mosaic
Surface Area: Approximately 50m²
Project Type: Heritage Refurbishment

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Swimming Pool Restoration and Portland Stone Cleaning – Hampstead, London

Location: Hampstead, London
Service: Swimming Pool Restoration and Stone Cleaning
Materials: Limestone, Porcelain, Mosaic Tiles, Portland Stone
Surface Area: Approximately 200m²
Property Type: Private Residential
Project Type: Pool and External Stone Restoration

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Terrazzo Restoration Works – 50–55 Great Sutton Street, Clerkenwell, London

Location: 50–55 Great Sutton Street, Clerkenwell, London EC1V 0DF
Project Dates: 2025–2026
Service: Terrazzo and Stone Restoration
Materials: Terrazzo, Venetian Mosaic, Mineralite, 
Building Type: Historic Commercial Building

Project Type: Restoration and Architectural Stone Repairs

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Facade and Stone Cleaning Works – St Mary’s Hospital, Paddington, London

Location: St Mary’s Hospital, Praed Street, Paddington, London W2 1NY
Project Date: October 2024
Service: Facade and Stone Cleaning
Materials: Portland Stone, Natural Stone, Terrazzo
Building Type: Historic Hospital / Listed Building
Project Type: Heritage Façade Cleaning and Restoration

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Westminster University Marylebone - Terrazzo Flooring 1600m2

Location: University of Westminster, London
Service: Large-Scale Terrazzo Restoration
Material: Resin-Based Terrazzo
Surface Area: Approximately 1,600m²
Building Type: University and Public Buildings
Project Type: Terrazzo Refinishing and Restoration

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Catford Theater - Terrazzo 800m2

Location: Catford Theatre, London
Service: Terrazzo Restoration and Stone Fabrication
Materials: Cement-Based Terrazzo, Resin-Based Terrazzo, Caesarstone Jet Black
Surface Area: Over 800m²
Building Type: Historic Theatre and Cultural Venue
Project Type: Heritage Restoration

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Terrazzo Restoration Works – The Factory Project, Royal Docks, East London

Location: The Factory, Royal Docks, East London
Service: Terrazzo Restoration and Refinishing
Materials: Cement-Based Terrazzo
Surface Area: Over 500m²
Building Type: Creative Workspace and Event Venue
Project Type: Industrial Building Redevelopment

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Edwardian Terrazzo Hallway Rebuild – Finchley Central, North London

Location: Finchley Central, North London
Service: Edwardian Terrazzo Restoration and Structural Rebuild
Material: Original Edwardian Terrazzo
Building Type: Residential Property
Project Type: Historic Hallway Restoration

 

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Portland Stone Cantilevered Staircase Restoration – South Kensington, London

Location: South Kensington, London
Service: Portland Stone Staircase Restoration
Material: Portland Stone
Building Type: Residential Property
Project Type: Historic Staircase Restoration

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Portland Stone Cantilevered Staircase Structural Repairs – Queens Gate Terrace, London

Location: Queens Gate Terrace, London
Project Date: September 2024
Service: Portland Stone Structural Repairs and Restoration
Material: Portland Stone
Building Type: Historic Former Diplomatic Residence
Project Type: Cantilevered Staircase Structural Repair

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Portland Stone Staircase Structural Repairs – 65–69 Linden Gardens, Notting Hill Gate, London

Location: 65–69 Linden Gardens, Notting Hill Gate, London
Project Date: September 2025
Service: Portland Stone Structural Repairs and Restoration
Material: Portland Stone
Building Type: Residential Property Redevelopment
Project Type: Cantilevered Staircase Structural Restoration
Scope: Three Staircases

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Luxury Flagstone Patio and Conservatory Floor Cleaning – Private Gentleman’s Club, Strand, London

Location: Strand, London
Property Type: Private Gentleman’s Club
Service: Luxury Patio and Natural Stone Cleaning
Materials: Natural Flagstone and Stone Paving
Project Type: Heritage and Luxury Surface Cleaning

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Stone Restoration Works – Southbank International School, Great Portland Street, London

Location: Southbank International School, 63–65 Portland Place, Great Portland Street, London
Building Type: Grade II Listed Georgian Terrace
Service: Stone Restoration and Marble Polishing
Materials: Natural Stone, Black and White Marble Flooring
Project Type: Heritage Educational Building Restoration

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Portland Stone Entrance and Courtyard Cleaning – Notting Hill Gate, London

Location: Notting Hill Gate, London
Property Type: Edwardian Residential Property
Service: External Portland Stone Cleaning
Materials: Portland Stone
Project Areas: Front Landing, Entrance Steps, Lower Ground Floor Staircase, Courtyard Area
Project Type: Luxury and Heritage Stone Cleaning

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Portland Stone Structural Repairs – Royal Mail Sorting Office, Streatham, London

Location: Royal Mail Sorting Office, Streatham, London
Service: Portland Stone Structural and Visual Repairs
Materials: Portland Stone, Bath Stone
Project Type: Commercial Building Refurbishment
Scope: Chimney Repairs and Ornamental Stone Restoration

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Royal Festival Hall, Southbank Centre, London - Terrazzo Bathroom Restoration

Location: Royal Festival Hall, Southbank Centre, London
Service: Terrazzo Restoration and Honed Refinishing
Material: Original Black In-Situ Terrazzo
Building Type: Historic Cultural Venue
Project Type: Modernist Heritage Conservation
Scope: Nine Back-of-House Terrazzo Bathrooms

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Edwardian Terrazzo Hallway Restoration – Residential Property, London

Location: London
Property Type: Edwardian Residential Property
Service: Terrazzo Restoration and Extension Works
Material: Original Edwardian Terrazzo
Project Type: Historic Hallway Restoration

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Carrara Marble Swimming Pool Restoration – Twickenham House, London

Location: Twickenham House, London
Service: Carrara Marble Swimming Pool Restoration
Materials: Carrara Marble and Natural Stone Coping
Property Type: Private Residential Property
Project Type: Internal Swimming Pool Marble Restoration

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Carrara Marble Patio Restoration – Twickenham House, London

Location: Twickenham House, London
Service: External Carrara Marble Restoration
Materials: Carrara Marble
Property Type: Private Residential Property
Project Type: Marble Patio and Walkway Restoration

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Limestone Floor Restoration and External Stone Cleaning – Holland Park, London

Location: Holland Park, London
Property Type: Edwardian Residential Property
Service: Limestone Floor Restoration and External Stone Cleaning
Materials: Natural Limestone
Project Areas: Hallway, Kitchen/Diner, Basement, Staircases, Patio Areas
Project Type: Residential Stone Restoration

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Terrazzo Staircase Restoration – Victoria Granaries Redevelopment, London

Location: Victoria Granaries Redevelopment, Battersea,

London
Service: Terrazzo Restoration and Repair
Materials: Cement-Based Terrazzo
Building Type: Historic Industrial Building Redevelopment
Project Type: Heritage and Commercial Restoration

 

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Grey Limestone Floor Restoration – Highgate, North London

Location: Highgate, North London
Service: Limestone and Granite Restoration
Materials: Grey Limestone, Nero Assoluto Granite
Property Type: Private Residential Property
Project Type: Internal Stone Restoration

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Stone Façade Structural Repairs – Parliament Hill School, Highgate, London

Location: Parliament Hill School, Highgate, London
Service: Structural Stone Repairs and Façade Restoration
Building Type: Educational Facility
Project Type: High-Level Masonry Repairs
Access Method: Mobile Elevated Work Platform (MEWP)
Working Height: Approximately 16–20 metres

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Portland Stone Courtyard Restoration & Cement Tile Floor Cleaning – Notting Hill, London

Location: Notting Hill, London
Property Type: Private Residential Property
Services: Portland Stone Cleaning & Cement Tile Restoration
Materials: Portland Stone, Decorative Printed Cement Tiles
Project Type: Internal and External Floor Restoration

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Limestone Floor Restoration in Richmond, London

Material: Natural Limestone
Surface Area: Approximately 550m²
Property Type: Residential Property
Floors: Four Levels

The project included extensive work across multiple areas of the property, including main living spaces, bathrooms, fireplaces, and kitchen worktops.

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If you would like to discuss a stone restoration project or require professional advice about your natural stone surfaces, our team is here to help.

MGS Restoration provides specialist stone restoration services across London, working with a wide range of natural stone materials in residential, commercial, and historic buildings.

Contact us today to arrange a consultation.

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