Wall Stone Polishing in Delhi NCR
Stone floors collect a layer that mopping cannot remove: cleaning residue, soap film and mineral deposit. It looks like dull stone but it is actually surface build-up, and stripping it is the first step before any polishing. Delhi NCR mixes very old housing stock with new high-rise towers, so a single visit can mean Kota stone in one room and Italian marble in the next. We carry pads for both and quote each surface on its own merit.
- Free inspection of fill, pits and finish
- Masking of walls and fittings
- pH-neutral cleaning only
- Filler touch-up on open pits
At a glance
- pH-neutral products
- Residue stripping
- Polishing included
A real before and after photo is added here for the strongest result.
What is included in wall stone polishing
- Free inspection of fill, pits and finish
- Masking of walls and fittings
- pH-neutral cleaning only
- Filler touch-up on open pits
- Light honing to even the surface
- Stain and efflorescence treatment
- Impregnating sealer application
- Care guidance for daily cleaning
What each surface needs
| Surface | Correct approach | Never use |
|---|---|---|
| Travertine | Neutral clean, hone, seal | Acid cleaners |
| Limestone | Neutral clean, seal | Acid and abrasive pads |
| Honed marble | Neutral clean, light polish | Acid and bleach |
| Pitted areas | Clean into the pits, refill | High-pressure washing |
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 pH test (free)
- Masking of surrounding surfaces
- Neutral cleaning of the texture
- Filler touch-up and light honing
- Sealing and handover
Wall Stone Polishing rates in Delhi NCR
| Work | Guide band | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Deep cleaning | Rs 5-15 per sq ft | Neutral products |
| Cleaning and honing | Rs 15-25 per sq ft | Evening the surface |
| Filler touch-up | Per patch | Open pits and holes |
| Sealing | Quoted after inspection | Impregnating sealer |
Rates depend on surface type, damage depth, area and access. The figure is written down before work begins.
Marble and granite need different treatment
| Marble | Granite | |
|---|---|---|
| Hardness | Softer, scratches more visibly | Harder, resists scratches |
| Acid | Etches immediately, never use | Dulls the surface, avoid |
| Finishing | Diamond pads up to 3000 grit | Its own pad set and compounds |
| Typical aftercare | Sealer every 12-24 months | Sealer on kitchen and stairs |
| Gloss achievable | Very high on hard whites | Deep lustre, not mirror |
We keep separate pad sets and compounds for each, because using marble products on granite (or the reverse) is the fastest way to end up with a hazy surface.
Old polish, wax and cleaning residue are stripped before any new finish goes on. Layering a fresh treatment over residue is what makes floors look grey again within weeks.
Weight and load matter on upper floors and terraces. Where a slab has been laid over a void or a lightweight screed, we reduce machine weight and speed rather than risk cracking the base.
Quotes are itemised per surface rather than as one lump sum, so a mixed floor of marble, tile and stone is priced line by line and you can approve, defer or drop any line.
Why clients book us
- Filler touch-up before honing so pits do not drag
- Impregnating sealer offered but not oversold
- Test patch on a hidden area first
- 12 years of natural stone work in Delhi NCR
Serving Delhi NCR and nearby areas
Our Badarpur (Mathura Road) and Gurgaon (Badshahpur, Sector 48) teams cover the whole NCR belt. Delhi NCR mixes very old housing stock with new high-rise towers, so a single visit can mean Kota stone in one room and Italian marble in the next. We carry pads for both and quote each surface on its own merit. 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.
Wall Stone Polishing - common questions
Will cleaning remove dirt from the pits?
Yes, with the right brushes and neutral cleaner, but the pits will refill over time. Filling open pits at the same visit is the practical fix.
Can travertine be polished to a shine?
It can be honed or lightly polished, but a mirror finish on soft, pitted stone is neither natural nor durable. We usually recommend a honed finish with sealer.
How often should it be sealed?
Every twelve to twenty-four months for floors, and more often in wet areas. Sealer slows absorption rather than blocking it.
Why is acid so damaging to travertine?
Travertine and limestone are calcium-based. Acid dissolves the surface binder, which leaves white etch marks and opens the texture, and the damage is permanent unless the surface is honed back.
Can you polish a floor that mixes marble and granite?
Yes, and it is common in lobbies and staircases. Each surface is polished to a matching level of sheen rather than the same pad sequence, so the two read as one floor.
Is granite easier to maintain than marble?
It is less acid-sensitive and harder, so it stains and scratches less. It still dulls from repeated wrong cleaning, and it still needs sealing in wet or greasy areas.
Why does marble etch while granite does not?
Marble is calcium-based, so acid dissolves the surface and leaves a white mark. Granite is silicate-based and resists acid better, though strong acid still dulls its polish.