How to restore a scratched or worn marble floor
A scratched or worn marble floor can almost always be restored. Minor scratches can be softened at home with a specific polishing compound; deep scratches that are noticeable when you run a fingernail over them, and general loss of shine due to foot traffic, can only be truly resolved with professional diamond polishing. The […]
How much does it cost to polish a marble floor in Mallorca (2026)
Polishing a marble floor in Mallorca costs between €10 and €25 per square meter in 2026, depending on the condition of the floor. Machine polishing costs around €10/m², while manual polishing rises to €15-€20/m². Final crystallization or polishing is usually charged separately (€2-€4/m²). For a 100 m² home […]
Metal sandblasting: removing rust and paint with sandblasting
Removing rust from metal with sandblasting involves projecting a pressurized abrasive onto the piece to remove rust, scale, and old paint, leaving it clean and with a rough texture ready for painting. It is the fastest and most effective method for preparing railings, structures, machinery, or nautical parts before […]
Sandblasting to restore wooden beams in Mallorca
Sandblasting wooden beams is the cleanest way to restore an exposed beam's original grain and color: it projects an abrasive at controlled pressure that removes old paint, cracked varnish, soot, and stains without hand sanding or damaging the wood. In Mallorca, it is […]
Dry or Wet Floor Polishing: What's the Difference and Which to Choose
Wet polishing uses water to lubricate the floor, generates no dust, and allows for a very fine finish, ideal for marble, terrazzo, and living spaces. Dry polishing works without water, generates dust (controlled with vacuuming), and is used in situations where the floor cannot be wetted. Diamond polishing is a type of polishing […]
Natural Stone Flooring in Mallorca: Maintenance and Restoration
Mallorca's natural stone floors (marble, terrazzo, granite, marés, and Santanyí stone) require cleaning with neutral products, pore sealing, and periodic polishing or crystallization to maintain their condition. The island's proximity to the sea, salt air, and humidity demand specific care. Well-maintained, natural stone lasts for generations. What […]
How to Restore an Old Terracotta Floor without Losing its Character
An old terracotta floor can almost always be restored. The process is as follows: strip the surface to remove old wax and stains, clean thoroughly, allow it to dry completely, and seal the pores with linseed oil or specific waxes. Subsequent maintenance is done with water and neutral soap, avoiding strong acids. Properly treated, the terracotta […]
How much does it cost to polish a terrazzo floor in Mallorca?
Polishing a terrazzo floor in Mallorca costs between €10 and €20/m² in 2026, and for terrazzo with moderate wear, the realistic estimate is €12 to €18/m² including the subsequent finishing. The price depends on the condition of the floor, the joints to be repaired, and the chosen finish (crystallized or vitrified). A house […]
Polishing or Replacing Your Flooring? When is Each Option the Best in Mallorca?
Polishing a floor in 2026 costs around €10–25/m², while replacing it ranges from €18 to €70/m² plus labor and debris removal. Polishing is advisable when the floor is of good quality (terrazzo, marble, granite) and the damage is purely cosmetic; replacement is advisable when it is broken, there is structural dampness, or a completely new material is desired.
