Victorian tiled paths and internal hallways often need restoration due to damage from general wear and tear after more than a century of constant use. The tiles are very resilient so it’s often a failure of the underlying base that leads to cracking and tiles being dislodged. Staining and discoloration of tiles is common due to many years of ingrained dirt, wax, moss, rust and other residue. Often the majority of the tiles are intact and only repairs to specific areas are needed. Sometimes a complete renovation is necessary, where the tiles are carefully removed and cleaned, the base reconstructed and tiles reinstalled. We offer an expert cleaning and restoration service for period tiles using proprietary cleaners to bring back their original lustre. Original features such as York stones, slate steps, daisy grates and rope edging can be sourced and expertly installed to complement any restoration project. We keep some antique tiles in stock, but often work with two well-established architectural reclamation firms: Lassco & the The Vintage Tile Company. They have a huge range of colours and shapes for vintage tiles.
Restoration projects:
- Assessment and advice on repair
- Structural repairs to the base layer (internal & external projects)
- Sourcing tiles to match colour & size for an existing pattern
- Removal of surface layers
- Fixing the tiled pattern
- Re-grouting the floor
- Deep cleaning Victorian floor tiles
- Sealing and polishing