Slate tiles come in multiple colours with greys, beiges, blues and black. Over time, slate tiles become ingrained with dirt and sealed with incorrect/inadequate sealers and varnishes, which can dull the surface and lose its intense array of colours.
We have the methods, equipment and consumables to strip existing sealers, deep clean and hone to bring the stone back to its natural look. The customer then has the opportunity to keep the natural look, or we can apply premium colour-intensifying sealers to darken or enhance the look of the floor.
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Why Slate Floors Need Professional Care
Slate is a versatile natural stone available in a rich palette of colours — from cool greys and soft beiges to deep blues and striking blacks. Its textured surface and layered finish make it a popular choice for both rustic and contemporary interiors. However, slate is also porous and can easily trap dirt, especially when sealed with the wrong products.
Over time, poor maintenance or heavy traffic can cause the surface to dull, hiding the stone’s natural vibrancy and colour variation. Restoring slate correctly requires specialist attention to revive its original beauty and texture.
Our Slate Tile Restoration Process
We offer a comprehensive restoration service designed specifically for slate surfaces, whether floors, walls, or feature areas. Our team uses professional stripping agents, rotary machines, and deep cleaning methods to remove old sealers, ingrained dirt, and surface haze.
Once the slate is cleaned and honed to its natural finish, customers can choose between preserving the raw, matte look or enhancing the tones with premium colour-intensifying sealers. The result is a refreshed slate surface that showcases its natural variation, with long-lasting protection and visual appeal.
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Chris Harper
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We had several rooms done and the consistency in quality was impressive. The colours are now even and rich throughout, and the whole place feels brighter and more welcoming.
Ian listened to what we wanted and delivered exactly that. A very smooth process with brilliant results.
Jack Rutter
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Ford Tile Restoration completely transformed our slate floor. Ian explained everything from the beginning, including the removal of old waxy coatings and how the new seal would work.
He worked methodically and with great care, and the end result is better than we imagined. The colours are richer, the finish is even, and the floor has a natural matte elegance to it. We’ve had so many compliments since. I’d highly recommend this to anyone with tired or dull slate.
Chloe Buckland
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The slate tiles in our kitchen looked dull and uneven from years of DIY cleaning. Ian did a proper restoration and brought out beautiful grey and blue tones.
The floor is now a real standout in the house.
Jasmine Dalton
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Ford Tile Restoration revived our slate flooring beautifully. Ian worked hard to remove old sealers and years of embedded grime.
The natural tones are now more vibrant, and we opted for a subtle enhancement that looks perfect. It feels like we’ve uncovered a brand-new floor beneath what was once dull and lifeless. Great job all around.
Ashley Burton
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We were amazed by how much grime came off during the cleaning. Ian worked hard to ensure the slate's natural finish was restored.
The final result is a surface that’s both clean and full of character again. Would definitely recommend.
Craig Dawson
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We opted to keep the natural look and it turned out amazing. The team cleaned away years of poor maintenance and revived every bit of colour and texture in our slate.
Daniel Kerr
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Super professional and the result is excellent. The slate now has a clean, even tone and the finish we picked has held up really well.
Ben Taylor
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Our kitchen floor had become dull and lifeless. Ian cleaned it right back and applied a colour-intensifying seal which brought out beautiful tones we didn’t even realise were there.
The room now looks warmer and more inviting. Top-quality work from someone who really understands this type of flooring.
Stuart Needham
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After neglecting our slate floors for years, we finally booked Ford Tile Restoration. Ian’s work was top-notch.
He stripped everything back, removed the haze, and sealed it to a flawless finish. It now looks like a luxury feature in our home.
Megan Carpenter
Slate Floor Cleaning
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Ian helped us choose the right approach for our slate flooring and then followed through with excellent service. He cleaned away years of dirt and grime, polished it up, and left it looking much more even and natural.
The colour variation stands out again and the whole area looks far more cohesive and well-maintained.
Robert Denby
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Ian helped us decide on the best approach for our slate and walked us through the restoration options. We went for the enhanced finish and couldn’t be happier.
The colour contrast is amazing and it now complements our décor perfectly.
Harvey Bennett
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Our slate was faded and inconsistent from years of poor cleaning. Ian restored it with real care.
The deep clean alone made a huge improvement, but the sealant finish really pulled everything together. We went with a matte natural look and it’s beautiful. There’s texture, colour, and balance now. Everything about the experience felt professional and straightforward.
Leanne Burrows
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Really happy with how our slate floor turned out. Ian worked hard to clean away years of buildup and transformed it into something we now love to show off.
The new seal brought out all the tones, and it feels more textured too. His knowledge and attention to detail really stood out throughout.
Matthew Irving
Slate Floor Cleaning
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I couldn’t believe how much better our slate looked after Ian had finished. It was dull, uneven and covered in layers of polish that just made it look messy.
Now it’s completely transformed. The grey tones shine through, the surface feels smooth, and it’s much easier to clean day-to-day too.
Liam Squires






We couldn’t be happier. The layers of grime and poor sealant were completely stripped back.
Now the slate shows off its full colour variation and looks gorgeous again. Huge improvement.