Specialist Stone & Brickwork Cleaning
At Masters Brickwork and Stone Masonry we offer a range of traditional and specialist stone and brickwork cleaning techniques as well as advanced methods for cleaning and restoring stonework and brickwork. Our aim is always to ensure that the original beauty and character of the structure is preserved.
Masonry cleaning techniques vary depending on the material, type of soiling, and desired outcome. For general dirt accumulation over time techniques would include water or detergent cleaning, and the use of specialized cleaning solutions or methods like pressure washing, steam cleaning, or chemical treatments. For historic structures and fragile or delicate surfaces then more gentle methods such as hand scrubbing and washing with soft brushes provides a less abraisive solution
Removal of old residual paint layer from a red brick wall
Same wall after cleaning to reveal original brickwork
More About Our Brick and Stonework Cleaning Techniques
We offer a range of brick and stonework cleaning options, and tailor our approach to suit the specific needs of each individual project. We use specialist equipment and techniques to remove dirt, grime, and other pollutants from brick and stonework, leaving the original surface looking clean and revitalized.
Masonry cleaning techniques vary depending on the material, type of soiling, and desired outcome. General techniques include water cleaning, detergent cleaning, and the use of specialized cleaning solutions or methods like pressure washing, steam cleaning, or chemical treatments. For historic structures or delicate masonry, gentle methods like hand scrubbing and soft washing are preferredOur non-evasive, environmentally friendly cleaning methods use technologies such as thermotech steam cleaning and specialist poultices during the the cleaning process to ensure the integrity of the building and will sympathetically restore the surface back to its former glory.
CLEANING TECHNIQUES
Chemical Cleaning – Using a range of chemical cleaning solutions to effectively remove stubborn stains, including graffiti, paint, and other surface contaminants.
Steam Cleaning – Using a high-pressure steam cleaning system to gently and effectively remove dirt and grime from delicate surfaces, such as limestone and sandstone.
Abrasive Cleaning – We use gentle abrasive techniques to remove stubborn dirt and grime from surfaces that cannot be cleaned using other methods.
Superheated Water Cleaning For Brick and Stone Surfaces
We also offer a patented stone cleaning system called ThermaTech®. this will remove coatings like flexible paints, chewing gum, bitumen, oil, surface treatments and organic matter. It can be used both with and without chemicals, gently removing surface treatments such as paint protective coatings and contamination through natural processes such as mold and algae, without causing damaging the underlying surface.
The system is also suitable for use on conservation grade external surfaces usch as exterior brickwork and stone work.
Benefits include:
Improving in the appearance of, and protecting brickwork and stonework
Removal of unwanted paintwork, stains, and residue from masonry
Removal of carbon sulphation and other unwanted soilings
Removal of oil and water-based masonry paint
Removal of weather stains from stone and masonry
Protect masonry from mould and bacteria.
