Floor tiles made of Indianlimestone are one of the mostattractive naturally occurringstones used in residential as wellas commercial units. Limestone isbasically calcium carbonatecontaining calcite and aragonitedeposits. On all the sedimentaryrocks found on Earth, as much as20 percent of it is limestone.Limestone is a major family in thecategory of sedimentary rocksformed by the pressure of oceanwaves and underlying marine bedcurrents.

They also consist of large quantities of organic matter and fossilized items from the pre-historic era like algae, bacteria, corals and other micro-organisms. They mostly occur inthe form of honed, semi-polished as well as highly polished stone slabs. Owing to easymachinability and floor gradient rating, limestone can feature multiple color hues andexquisite patterns. Rated as the most hygienic stone slab, Indian limestone is fully anti-bacterial item, best suited for use in kitchen, sinks and bathroom utilities.

When it comes to making a pavement or a brick path, limestone stands the test oftime. Despite their susceptibility to grimes, grease, dirt and dust, limestone can resistwater seepage, stains of oil and acid attacks with relative assurance. We give you somehelpful tips related to the cleaning & maintenance of floors made of limestone slab.These tips would help you keep the Indian limestone slabs floor shiny and attractive,even years after their purchase.

In case you have decided to go with the older flooring, opt for a reliable floor protectivesealing. Limestone slab is durable as long as it has a good protection coming from thesealing. Ensure that the slab is coated with sealing completely and not left out at theedges. Any ridge in the sealing can give away the beauty and let the water slip into thefloor.

Use soft linen cloth to wipe thefloor. Use neutral solution likewater. Mild acid can be used, butcontinuous application of mildlyacidic solvents can wreck havoc onthe limestone and create fractureson the surface.

Some solvents can even create internal cracksthrough which water can seep in. Limestone isvery susceptible to water stagnation. It mightdiscolor the surface permanently and createugly looking stains all over which only growbigger with time.

Grapefruit, lemon juice and vinegar are known enemies of limestone surfaces. Using of matsunder cups, glasses and mugs avoid the formation of juice rings on the limestone floor. Wipewith lukewarm water to remove the stain. Leaving them there will make them permanent andwould tarnish the lake forever.

Oil-based stains are more notorious than the water-based ones. You might need to usespecialized floor cleaners to remove stains of oil from the surface. If the stain is left for awhile, it might become permanent. The only way to remove such stains would be torefurnish the whole surface all over again.

Just like in Medicine, prevention here is abetter option. Proper maintenance and regularcleaning will keep the limestone slab shiningfor many years to come.

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