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Limestone Floor Restoration in Kensington, London
Project Overview
This project involved the restoration of internal limestone flooring and staircases across four levels of a residential property in Kensington, London. The work formed part of a full property refurbishment following fire damage that affected the lower ground floor swimming pool area.
Our team was appointed to carry out specialist stone restoration ahead of the main contractor's works. The project covered approximately 400m² of limestone flooring, along with limestone staircases and several historic architectural elements within the property.
Using precision diamond cutting and polishing techniques, we restored the limestone surfaces throughout the building while also carrying out historical stone repairs to maintain the architectural character of the property.
Project Details
Location: Kensington, London
Service: Limestone Floor Restoration and Polishing
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.
The Challenge
The property had undergone significant damage following a fire in the lower ground floor swimming pool area, requiring a full internal refurbishment.
Before the main contractor could begin their work, the limestone flooring and stone staircases needed to be professionally restored. Years of use, along with damage caused during the incident and subsequent building works, had left the limestone surfaces uneven and worn.
In addition to restoring the floors, the project also required several historical stone repairs, including the replacement of removed column bases. These replacements needed to match the original limestone precisely to preserve the historic appearance of the property.
The Restoration Proces
Diamond Cutting of Limestone Floors
Our team began by diamond cutting the limestone flooring across all four levels of the property. This process removes surface imperfections, levels the stone, and prepares it for polishing.
Diamond cutting allowed us to achieve a smooth and uniform finish across the entire floor area while eliminating wear and uneven surfaces.
Limestone Floor Polishing
After the diamond cutting stage, the limestone floors were polished using specialist stone polishing equipment. This process enhanced the natural colour and texture of the limestone while restoring a refined and consistent finish throughout the property.
Staircase Restoration
The limestone staircases were carefully restored using the same diamond cutting and polishing techniques. This ensured the stairs matched the surrounding flooring and maintained a consistent finish across all levels of the home.
Historical Stone Repairs
As part of the refurbishment, several original stone column bases had been removed. Our team carried out specialist stone repairs by sourcing and installing replacement limestone pieces that matched the original material.
These replacements were carefully shaped and finished to integrate seamlessly with the existing architectural features.
Final Finishing
Once all stone surfaces had been restored and polished, the limestone flooring and staircases were inspected to ensure a consistent finish across the entire property.
The result was a refined and uniform limestone surface that complemented the newly refurbished interior.
Materials and Techniques Used
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Diamond cutting equipment
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Professional stone polishing systems
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Limestone restoration techniques
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Specialist stone repair and installation
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Architectural stone matching
The Results
Following the restoration process, the limestone flooring throughout the property was transformed. The diamond cutting and polishing restored the smooth natural finish of the stone while enhancing its colour and texture.
The repaired architectural elements, including the column bases, blended seamlessly with the original stonework, preserving the historic character of the building.
This project successfully prepared the property for the next phase of refurbishment while restoring the limestone surfaces to a high professional standard.
Completed Limestone Restoration Project in Kensington
This project represents another example of large-scale limestone restoration completed by our team in London. Working across four levels of the property and covering approximately 400m², the project required careful coordination and attention to detail.
By restoring the limestone flooring, staircases, and architectural stonework, we were able to deliver a high-quality finish that supported the property's full refurbishment.
Contact MGS Restoration
If your limestone flooring requires professional restoration, polishing, or finishing, our experienced team can help.
MGS Restoration provides specialist stone floor restoration services across London, working with limestone, marble, terrazzo, and other natural stone materials.
Contact us today to discuss your project or arrange a consultation.
Address
​MGS Restoration ltd
167-169 Great Portland Street,
5th Floor,
London,
W1W 5PF
Phone
020 3005 2873
