Stone in the Commercial Setting
For years now stone in the commercial setting has been ideal if you have a large space that is going to be used year-round. Some of the places you are most likely to see stone are banks, shopping centers, restaurants, and utilized as commercial flooring. When installing stone in the commercial setting the main goal is to have as little maintenance needed as possible. With the help of this article and our experts over at Planet Stone we are going to show you how to maintain your stone, or what to prepare for if you are getting a new stone fixture installed!
So before we get into the do’s and don’ts, we thought you might be interested in why someone would choose stone in the
commercial
setting? Well, firstly
commercial stone
will give you years of reliable and beautiful service no matter where you decide to implement it. Stone is built to last and will withstand any amount of traffic you throw at it. Establishing what types of stone work best for your setting is the first key step to commercial stone. There are many different types of stone from marble to granite and even sandstone, each serving a different purpose. Both marble and granite are heavy, heatproof, and come in various patterns and colors. You will need to get these sealed every one or two years to avoid stains from liquids that may penetrate the stone. We have some selections that you can look at on our site! Marble is perfect if you are looking for longevity.
Instead of installing a completely new stone, you may want to look into enhancing what you have already! Cleaning stone you may have inherited can make or break whether you may need a new installation down the line. There are many different types of finishes and each comes with their own benefits. A polished finish will close the pores on your stone and make it easier to clean and maintain! When cleaning stone flooring you want to dust frequently and make sure you rinse and clean thoroughly once done washing with a stone soap or treatment.
You want to avoid using cleaners that contain acid or other products that may be found in your general bathroom cleaner. Maintaining stone once you install it will be the most critical part. We suggest for this you first contact a professional to assess the condition of the stone, whether it be countertop or flooring you should do some prior research and have some questions prepared. You want to avoid stains, water and cup ring marks, chips, and just general wear and tear that might come if you don’t clean your stone correctly. You may want to contact whoever installed your stone and see what cleaning options they offer. Scheduled cleaning will be your best option, these will include specific procedures to maintain your stones.
Commercial stone will have different needs then residential properties, you may need to have an expert come out and evaluate your property first. There are different types of installations depending on if you require indoor or outdoor stoning. Seamless stone flooring is perfect for the commercial setting, it is quite a beautiful floor covering and is stain resistant! What makes this type of flooring so incredible is that it can be repaired and maintained easily. Other natural stones that we love are limestone, travertine, and soapstone each of these are made up of different minerals with (limestone and travertine) both being porous.
When you invest in a large project such as this you want to make sure that you are getting your money’s worth. With stone you can do anything, the possibilities are endless. You are in control of the aesthetic that you want to achieve, whether it’s modern, retro, or a classic style you can implement it wherever you choose. We hope this short look into stone in the commercial setting helps you get a better grasp of what stone in the commercial industry may look like! For more information about commercial stoning and stone in general you can visit our website!
