Silicate Marble Polishing in Lucknow
Silicate treatment is what gives marble a wet, deep gloss instead of a thin surface shine. The chemical reacts with the calcium in the stone and hardens the top layer, so the finish holds through mopping and footfall far longer than plain polishing. Work in Lucknow is planned as a scheduled visit: the crew and machines travel together on a fixed date, and the rate is written down after the floor is seen in person or from clear photos.
- Free inspection including slab-thickness and hollow check
- Masking and furniture protection
- Grinding where lippage or deep scratches exist
- Graded diamond polishing to the stone hardness
At a glance
- Sil200 / Sil800
- Wet-look gloss
- Applied after polishing
A real before and after photo is added here for the strongest result.
What is included in silicate marble polishing
- Graded diamond polishing to the stone hardness
- Old polish and wax residue removal
- Stain treatment for oil, rust and hard water
- Silicate or crystallisation option
- Wash-down and walkthrough
- Free inspection including slab-thickness and hollow check
- Masking and furniture protection
- Grinding where lippage or deep scratches exist
What each surface needs
| Stone | Hardness | Best finish |
|---|---|---|
| Makrana white | Medium-hard, takes high gloss | Mirror gloss |
| Katni and Jaisalmer | Softer, colour sensitive | Satin to medium gloss |
| Rajnagar and green marble | Hard, banded | Gloss with even banding |
| Kota and other flagstone | Hard, matte by nature | Densified gloss or matte |
Every surface is tested on a hidden patch before work starts, so you see the result before committing to the whole floor.
How the job runs
- Inspection and slab check (free)
- Masking and preparation
- Grinding if lippage or residue is present
- Diamond polishing matched to stone hardness
- Handover with gloss check and care advice
Silicate Marble Polishing rates in Lucknow
| Work | Guide band | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Buff and polish | Rs 5-15 per sq ft | Light dullness |
| Diamond polishing | Rs 15-25 per sq ft | Scratches, dull lanes |
| Grinding plus deep polish | Rs 25-35 per sq ft | Lippage, heavy wear |
| Silicate or coating | Quoted after inspection | Longer gloss life |
Rates depend on surface type, damage depth, area and access. The figure is written down before work begins.
How our charges are built
| Charge component | What it covers | How it varies |
|---|---|---|
| Rate per sq ft | Cleaning, grinding, polishing, finishing | Surface type and area |
| Damage correction | Scratch, etch and stain treatment | Severity, decided on the test patch |
| Access and edges | Staircases, corners, upper floors | Hand work needed |
| Coatings | Silicate, crystallisation, nano, sealer | Optional, quoted separately |
- Nothing is added mid-job. If we find something the inspection could not show, we stop and re-quote with you
- Material is included in the rate, not billed as an extra
- Slab rates apply above 1,000 sq ft instead of per-room pricing
- One written figure per surface, so a mixed floor is priced line by line
Every job ends with a walkthrough. You see the gloss reading, the treated patches and the joints before the crew packs up, and the same crew owns any correction needed later.
Machines are matched to the job. A 400 mm single-disc machine for open floors, edge machines for skirtings and staircases, and hand blocks for corners and thresholds where a machine cannot safely reach.
Team composition is consistent: a supervisor plus two machine operators on standard jobs, with additional hands for staircases, multiple floors or tight access. The same supervisor stays with the job start to finish.
Why clients book us
- Slab thickness and hollowness checked before any grinding
- Residue stripped so the new finish bonds to stone, not to old wax
- Correct grit sequence per stone hardness
- One team for grinding, polishing and sealing
Serving Lucknow and nearby areas
Lucknow jobs are booked as a fixed visit batch, so travel is planned into the date instead of being added as a surprise. Work in Lucknow is planned as a scheduled visit: the crew and machines travel together on a fixed date, and the rate is written down after the floor is seen in person or from clear photos. Inspections are booked within 24-48 hours and most jobs take 1-2 days. Call 86070 01043 or WhatsApp photos of your floor for an indicative rate.
Silicate Marble Polishing - common questions
Can old polish and wax be removed?
Yes. Grinding strips the residue layer completely. That is the only way a new polish bonds to the stone instead of sitting on top of old compound.
Will grinding change the colour of my floor?
It restores the original colour by removing the worn and stained top layer. Floors that have faded unevenly across rooms come back to one uniform shade.
How long does it take?
Most apartments are ground and polished in one to two days, and the floor is walkable the same evening as the final pass.
Do you polish Makrana that has gone grey?
Yes. Greyness is normally surface dirt, mop haze and worn polish. It lifts with grinding and polishing, and we show you a test patch on a hidden corner first.
Does Indian marble need the same treatment as Italian marble?
No. Indian marbles such as Makrana, Katni and Rajnagar are generally harder and less acid-sensitive. They take a different grit sequence and more grinding pressure, but the same acid-free cleaning discipline still applies.
Are there extra charges on top of the quoted rate?
No, provided the scope does not change. The rate covers preparation, products, machines and clean-up. Coatings and slab repairs are the only optional items, and they are listed separately in the written quote.
Do you charge for travel?
Travel is covered within the quoted rate for addresses in our service cities. For outlying areas we tell you the travel component upfront rather than adding it at handover.
What if the work needs more time than estimated?
That is our risk, not yours. The rate is per sq ft for the agreed scope, so a slow patch or a stubborn stain does not increase your bill.