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I just got new tiles laid in my house that were very expensive. I needed to get them sealed but couldn't afford to pay much for it. On the other hand I didn't want to go for a company offering cheap and unreliably services. My boss recommended Tile Cleaners, saying that the company's prices were reasonable and that they offered quality service when he used them. I contacted them and ended up doing a booking with them. It is very pleasant to know that there are companies out there who actually care about providing very high quality services for affordable prices. I gave your contacts to my sister. Thank you for the job you did

Robert Williams, Norman Park, QLD

I was about to sell my business and wanted to clean and reseal my vinyl floors to improve the looks of them before having people over for inspection of the property. I did a booking with another company but was horrified when I realized that my floor was back to its horrible look in less than two weeks. I carefully looked up other cleaning companies, scared that I would chose the wrong cleaning company. A friend of mine recommended Tile Cleaners, but after what happened to my floor last time I got it cleaned I was really skeptic, but gave it a go. All I can say is thank you guys so much for a quick response and a good job. I sold the office and left your contact details with the new owner for future cleaning.

Brian Hook, Bayswater, WA

I noticed that some of the tiles in my bathroom walls were loose and the grout was coming off. I am a very busy so kept on postponing calling someone to fix it. One day I got home and the loose tiles were lying broken on the floor. Can you imagine my frustration? I rang my brother in panic and he gave me Tile Cleaners' contact details. I rang them straight away. The guys told me I needed a tiler and professional regrouting work done so I thought it would take ages to fix my problem. However they organized the work very well. I had my tiles fixed on Friday night the same week and the entire bathroom regrouted on Saturday. Thank you some much for your quick help; it was such a relief.

Kerry McMyre, Mosman, NSW

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Bluestone Restoration favicon.ico - Richardson Ward

We provide premium restoration solutions for Bluestone pavers and tiles including Cleaning, Stripping and Sealing.

For a free estimate or to schedule your appointment, please call 1300 771 201 or use our quick enquiry form.

We cover all Darwin suburbs, all Richardson Ward area and all surrounding suburbs to favicon.ico

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Whether in a residential or commercial property, new bluestone floors sparkle and add character and appeal to any space. But years of wear and tear and incorrect maintenance can deteriorate the look of bluestone tiles or pavers. favicon.ico's Tile Cleaners® can restore your bluestone no matter what the damage for a fraction of the cost of redoing the entire area.

Our team of professionals will inspect, assess, provide advice and restore your floors to a remarkable condition. After a while of having dirty or worn floors you can get used to this look and forget what a difference fresh restored flooring can have. Tile Cleaners® can not only have your bluestone looking brilliant in a short space of time, they can make it considerably easier for you to maintain this 'as new' look for years to come.

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Common Bluestone Restorations

There are a range of different problems that can arise when working with a natural stone such as bluestone. It is a stunning stone when cared for but can be rather unappealing when stained or when peeling, grout damage and deterioration has occurred.

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Tile Cleaners ® provides professional care & maintenance services for Bluestone tiles:

  • Professional Bluestone tile & grout cleaning
  • Professional Blustone tile sealing & protection
  • Removal of efflorescence
  • Removal of stains
  • Broken, loose or stained grout
  • Stripping existing coatings of wax, acrylic and sealers
  • Bluestone tile resurfacing
  • Bluestone tile polishing
  • Bluestone tile honing
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Removal of Efflorescence from Bluestone Tiles

Efflorescence is the white, chalky residue that often occurs in outdoor paving, usually in the grout. The problem usually arises when salts come in contact with the tile from an outside source usually ground water. This is most evident in porous tiles like Bluestone where the efflorescence can seep through with ease. Other than being unattractive, the problems really arise when the efflorescence cracks the sealer on the tile.

Tile Cleaners® will sometimes need to use a harsher product to remove such staining, as the natural “bloom” needs to be killed off so it doesn't return. This problem is due to either excess moisture from above or below the tile. To avoid efflorescence ensure there is sufficient drainage in the area and it is thoroughly cleaned, particularly outdoors.

Removing efflorescence can be challenging. Our products are superior to those you will find at the supermarket and will not only remove the stains but ensure they don't return.

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Treating Stains on Bluestone Tiles

If your bluestone has never been sealed or you weren't quite quick enough wiping up a stain, you might be left with an uneven, unpleasant looking floor. Most stains can be removed or their appearance lessoned. Obviously the quicker we can get to a stain the more chance we have of saving your bluestone.

The removal of the stain will depend on:

  • What has caused it
  • How long it has been on the surface
  • If the Bluestone has been sealed previously
  • If it is indoor or outdoor
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The natural colours and textures of bluestone is what give it that unique beauty. Residue, waxes, and other impurities obscure the natural stone and a professional clean with conditioning products and world class sealers will remover these and add beneficial minerals back to the stone. The waste and water is extracted as we go so the area is not left wet.

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If paint and oil is the culprit then you may need to grind the stain away to see a satisfactory change. Our experienced and knowledgeable technicians at Tile Cleaners® will determine the best product or method to achieve the finest result removing stains from your bluestone. A test patch will be done to see if the outcome is acceptable for both yourself and the technician.

Restore your Bluestone back to its former beauty.

For a free estimate or to schedule your appointment, please call 1300 771 201 or use our quick enquiry form.

We cover all Darwin suburbs, all Richardson Ward area and all surrounding suburbs to favicon.ico

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Imperfections in Bluestone

Without proper maintenance bluestone can lose it's stunning appearance and can degrade rather quickly. Scratches, rust stains, chips, uneven colouring and grout damage are common occurrences in bluestone, particularly exterior pavers. Tile Cleaners® specialise in restoring such problems for a fraction of the cost of a complete re-tile.

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Deep rust stains, chips and colouring differences will take more than just a clean or seal to correct. Tile Cleaners® use high quality equipment that can hone back these imperfections leaving an even, beautiful finish, restoring a natural, fresh look to your floors. Abrasive pads grind back deep stains and chips but our technicians are conscience that every stone is different and must be treated as so.

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Cleaning Advice for Bluestone Tiles

To keep your bluestone looking like new, follow a few simple steps and save yourself time and money.

  • Purchase a pH neutral cleaner
  • Apply diluted mixture using mop or light spray bottle to floors and/or walls. Do not flood area
  • Gentle scrub the stone
  • Rinse the stone clear of all product with warm damp mop
  • Dry area with towel
  • Sweep area frequently
  • Place mats in heavy traffic areas
  • Wipe up spills promptly

An annual, professional clean and renewed application of the sealer will keep your Bluestone looking as good as new whether inside or out.

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To schedule your appointment or to obtain a free estimate, please Call 1300 771 201 or use the online enquiry form at the top of the page

Frequently Asked Questions


You will know it's time to have your bluestone floors stripped, cleaned and sealed once they begin to appear dull or "matte" even after you have given them an efficient regular clean. If you notice that your bluestone tiles are staining easily, it is a good indication that your previous sealer is wearing off and your bluestone floors will need to be resealed immediately to prevent permanent staining.

Yes, our tile cleaning services are safe! Tile Cleaners® generally use only the highest quality water based products alongside our state of the art cleaning machinery to provide the best cleaning solution without compromising your bluestone tiles. Stone tiles are porous and require more attention than man made tiles, which is why its extremely important to use the correct products and equipment necessary to bring your bluestone tiles back to their best possible condition. Tile Cleaners® prides itself on specifically catering for each tile variety.

Tile Cleaners® prefer to use high quality non-solvent based stripping and sealing products. These products are not messy and won't damage your bluestone tiles or anything else in your home. Current non-solvent based strippers and techniques are more than adequate. Tile Cleaners® technicians can apply solvent based strippers in very specific circumstances, however this requires leaving the premises for up to 48 hours and a very high level of safety and protection.

Tile Cleaning places a strong emphasis on the safety of your family during the cleaning process. They ensure that only non-toxic finishing agents are used, eliminating the presence of any potentially harmful substances or ingredients. Tile Cleaning takes great care in selecting cleaning products, specifically excluding any ingredients that could pose health risks. This commitment to safety not only helps preserve the condition of your stone tiles but also reflects Tile Cleaning's dedication to prioritizing the overall health and safety of your household. By choosing Tile Cleaning, you can have peace of mind knowing that the products used in the cleaning process are free from toxic ingredients.

Bluestone tiles stripping and sealing is simply the process of stripping the coating off the bluestone floor before resealing it. Bluestone flooring can look dull and lifeless over time, making it look older and really bringing down the feel of the home. By stripping and resealing, you can bring back the beautiful, lustrous appearance of your bluestone and eliminate the cost of laying new flooring.

Our professional team will go through the job processes with you step by step so you know exactly what you're getting. The process includes stripping any previous sealer if it was applied, the bluestone is then thoroughly cleaned and neutralised so that it is free of dust, residue and anything else that can affect the new sealer. A new sealer is applied to the dry bluestone floor and allowed to set. The newly sealed bluestone floor will not only look new again, it will be protected and result in your bluestone becoming easier to maintain.

It depends on the type of sealer used and the amount of foot traffic the bluestone tiles are being exposed to. Australia's Deepshield® range of deep impregnating water based sealer's, offer long term benefits with Deepshield Gold® lasting up to 15 years. Topical sealer's have a life expectancy of around 3 years. If you have a high amount of foot traffic or perhaps severe weather conditions(for outdoor tiles), you may experience a shorter lifetime. Sealing your bluestone tiles can also depend on the tiles condition. Once they start showing patchy areas and are staining easily then you should have them resealed. Give us a call and we can assist you with all your enquiries.

Bluestone floors can damage easily, any oily or harsh spills can damage the bluestone tiles and penetrate the pores leaving a permanent stain, unreachable by domestic cleaning methods. We strongly recommend sealing you bluestone tiles to keep their natural look and feel, to protect them against permanent staining and to prevent any future accidental damage. They will look their very best for longer and will be easier and more convenient to maintain.

The best time to have your bluestone tiles sealed is immediately after installation to prevent any accidental staining or damage. You will know that your bluestone tiles need sealing once you start noticing patchy sealed areas of the floor and/or your bluestone tiles are staining easier.

Efflorescence is a problem that bluestone and most porous tiles can face. It's the tendency of the water in the bluestone to bring salts from the stone to the surface as it evaporates. The water evaporates leaving the salts on the surface resulting in a whitish coating and ruining its finish. The only way to avoid this problem is to seal your bluestone tiles with one of our highest quality water resistant sealer's and to stop the source of the water that is penetrating the tiles, for example a water pipe leak or damaged grout.

To keep your bluestone tiles and grout looking new, Tile Cleaners® recommend cleaning each week with a mild detergent to remove any dirt or grime from the bluestone surface. Strong detergents(strong acid or alkali) may affect the sealer, mild detergents and pH neutral substances are strongly recommended.

Tile Cleaners® charge per square meter for each separate room or area. There is a price list on the Tile Cleaners® website for you to review. Before we begin our work we will measure each room individually, confirm the work to be carried out as well as confirm all costs with you.

We recommend that you measure each bluestone area separately. The simplest way to measure is by multiplying the width by the length. For example a room that is 3 meters long and 2 meters wide is 3 X 2 = 6m2 in total.

Tile Cleaning provides assistance with moving furniture during the floor sealing process. Their team of dedicated technicians is available to help with the relocation of furniture items that can be reasonably managed by one person, such as those with wheels or lightweight furniture like tables and chairs. However, it is important to keep in mind that while Tile Cleaning takes precautions to protect your belongings, they cannot be held responsible for any damages that may occur during the furniture moving process. To ensure the safety of valuable or fragile items, it is recommended to either relocate them to a secure area or properly secure them before the technicians arrive. By taking these necessary precautions, you can help ensure the safety of your furniture and minimize the risk of potential damage while the floor sealing process is being carried out.

Move all furniture and items off the floor so it is ready for when we arrive.

Client Range

We clean and restore a
huge range of tiles and surfaces in all locations including:
Kitchen, Balcony, Bathroom, Shower, Swimming pool, Pool pavers, Restaurant, Café, Bar, Home, School, Clinic, Hospital, Companie, Office

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