Don’t let what you see on a screen fool you! TV or social media makes repairing look effortless. And in some cases, if the walls are in good condition it is slightly easier but the chances are as soon as the cameras have left. The same wall won’t be looking as good and pristine. [...]
Your home/property’s brickwork is the first impression you give to people when they see it. And you may think it is obvious to spot any problems or issues to do with the bricks, However, you may fail to realise when it’s time to get the bricks repointed or replaced. This could be because of the [...]
It is not just your car or computer that needs maintenance, your home needs actual maintenance or you will see yourself paying a lot more to solve these issues down the road One of the biggest if not, the biggest purchase the majority of people ever make is a house, So looking after this asset [...]
It seems like summer couldn’t wait to leave us and winter crept in. as much as it is lovely to see the leaves turn brown and fall and the holidays such as Halloween and Christmas begin. But as much happiness and joy it does bring us there also comes the brisk cold weather, as well [...]
Nowadays wood fireplaces are being replaced with their gas counterparts on a regular basis, but homes are still being constructed with brick and mortar chimneys. Chimneys add class and aesthetic appeal to most homes, which is why they are sell included in many home designs today. Here at UK restorations, our team full of expert [...]
Stone provides a modern but pristine look however it is more susceptible to dirt, and wear and tear can make the surfaces look worn and unappealing Stone is more likely to damage if it is not PROPERLY and regularly cleaned. It could lead to corrosion or moisture damage., in some cases, you may have seen [...]
When it comes to specialist brick cleaning look no further than UK restoration, we have expert brick cleaning services that cover both old and new buildings. We are available to remove all types of excess mortar shots, construction debris, brick stains, and any other issues. No matter if it comes to cleaning construction debris off [...]
There are many benefits of using the DOFF cleaning system and you may be wondering it is but it is essentially a cleaning system that uses super-heated water to reach deep into the stone without the need for high pressure. If you were to use the same pressure however with cold water you would find [...]
Your home/property’s brickwork is the first impression you give to people when they see it. And you may think it is obvious to spot any problems or issues to do with the bricks, However, you may fail to realise when it’s time to get the bricks repointed or replaced. This could be due to the [...]
Can you remove paint from the brick? Rest assured paint can be removed from exterior brick, So if you have bought a property where the exterior brickwork has been painted over, it is more than possible to restore it to its original look. However, when it comes to removing paint from brickwork it should be [...]