Using the correct tools can make all the difference to the performance of tile and stone cleaning, sealing and maintenance products. Drawing on years...

By Mark Atkins, LTP Director Sealing is often treated as the final stage of a tiling project but, in many cases, it’s something that should...

Mark Atkins, LTP director, discusses what tilers and suppliers need to know about the outdoor kitchen trend Outdoor kitchens are one of this summer’s biggest...

LTP offers tailored training programmes designed to support both new and existing customers across the tile and stone sector. Delivered at customer premises, the...

Mark Atkins, director, LTP, explains how to remove graffiti without damaging common urban surfaces There are lots of positives about long summer evenings and warmer...

Mark Atkins, LTP director, explains how often sealing stone floors is necessary to maintain an optimal appearance Sealing a stone floor with a protective sealer...

LTP’s range of point-of-sale displays provides the ideal presentation and sales tools for tiling shops and showrooms, says the company. Offered in various formats...

Mark Atkins, director at LTP elaborates on the importance of using the appropriate aftercare products for surfaces IT can be difficult to get consumers to...

LTP has introduced a new PFAS-free Blackstone Sealer & Restorer. Developed to restore and protect faded outdoor pavers, LTP Blackstone now joins the company’s...

Porcelain pavers are low maintenance but still need regular cleaning and care to last, says Mark Atkins 2025 saw a shift in external porcelain, with...

From preparation to finish, great tiling depends on more than skill - it depends on the right tools. As materials evolve and expectations rise,...

A BUILD-UP of algae on paths, steps, driveways and patios creates a slippery residue and a hazard underfoot. Algae tends to flourish in damp,...

Mark Atkins, LTP director talks in-depth about the procedures that need to be taken when restoring terracotta tiles TERRACOTTA tiles are pretty robust things but,...

Mark Atkins, director at LTP updates us on how to take care of tiles and maintain them. GETTING a customer to invest in good maintenance...

TERRACOTTA has proved itself to be a timeless tile. While it took a bit of a back-seat to bright limestones, marbles and wood-effects for...

Mark Atkins, director at LTP details how to protect and maintain concrete toppings CONCRETE flooring may not be everyone’s cup of tea but in commercial...

Mark Atkins, director at LTP, describes how to protect terracotta floors after installation TERRACOTTA tiles have never been so popular. Earthy and grounding, these baked...

Mark Atkins, director of LTP provides an in-depth guide on how to maintain and remove white markings from slate tiles WHITE markings or blemishes in...

Mark Atkins, director at LTP elaborates on concerns with amine blush and how to deal with it Over the last decade, the popularity of cement...

Mark Atkins, director of LTP, provides an overview of the maintenance that’s required for pool sides. Stone and porcelain pavers are the most popular surface...

LTP has launched an external sealer – Paving, Patio & Masonry Sealer - to its range of protection treatments. The water-based solution can be...

Following a period of rapid growth, LTP has boosted its sales team further with the appointment of Matt Jones. Well-known and respected in the industry,...

Mark Atkins, LTP technical director, describes how to maintain and restore black limestone pavers. A newly laid black limestone patio is an impressive sight but,...

Blacktop residue is a common issue in the hospitality sector and one which floor restoration and cleaning specialist – Green Man – recently tackled...

A series of LTP treatments have been used, by Adrian from Bond Stone Cleaning, to transform a Victorian entrance in Kent. The renovation was...

Mark Atkins, LTP director, explains the benefits of slate. While interior trends can be fickle things, natural flooring has proven to be timeless. There’s always plenty...

LTP’s surface care range includes protection and maintenance solutions for all types of tile and stone. From deep cleaners and sealers to removers and...

Mark Atkins, technical director of LTP, explains how to maintain outdoor porcelain pavers. OVER the last ten years, we’ve seen the popularity of porcelain pavers...

Leah Morrell is taking on a new role at LTP after three and a half years’ with the Somerset-based company. In her new position,...

LTP has launched its Porcelain Tile Enhancer – a water-based treatment for exterior and interior porcelain tiles and pavers. As well as giving tiles...

Mark Atkins, technical director of LTP, explains why tiles need to be protected and the steps to ensure optimal maintenance Polished porcelain and polished glazed...

Mark Atkins, technical director at LTP, discusses some of the key differences between stone and ceramics and what that means for maintaining either type...

Mark Atkins, technical director at LTP, explains how to maintain and revitalise stone tiles Stone wall and floor tiles provide a fabulous natural finish that’s...

Mark Atkins, technical director at LTP, explains how to deal with troublesome marks on tiled surfaces Have you come across dark coloured leaf prints or...

Mark Atkins, director of LTP, explains how to maintain the appearance of mosaic installations over time. Mosaics provide a stunning surface finish, with their intricate...

LTP surface renovation and maintenance products have been used to carry out a historic marble floor restoration at UNESCO World Heritage Site, The Roman...

Mark Atkins, technical director at LTP, explains some of the different kinds of stains rust can cause and how to deal with them Rust is...

LTP’s surface care range includes trusted protection and maintenance solutions for all types of tile and stone. From deep cleaners and sealers, to removers...

A good aftercare regime does much more than just retain a good tile aesthetic. It also makes ongoing maintenance easier – reducing the need...

LTP has introduced a water-based deep cleaning spray to its surface care range. Grout Haze & Limescale Remover is a ready-to-use first wash cleaner...

Mark Atkins, technical director, LTP, discusses how to protect new porcelain installations from staining. Textured porcelain pavers continue to be incredibly popular for paths and...

In this article, LTP discusses some of the less widely-known benefits of proper surface maintenance and highlights several products you can use to achieve...

An LTP protection and maintenance system has been used to complete an extensive stone floor renovation at St Albans Cathedral. The renovation, carried out...

Mark Atkins, technical director at LTP, gives some key tips for maintaining outdoor surfaces as we move towards the colder months of the year As...

LTP’s range provides a suite of surface care products, with water-based solutions designed for all types of tile and stone, in residential and commercial...

This year marks the 35th anniversary for LTP’s Grimex deep cleaner. Reportedly one of the company’s top-five best selling products, the heavy-duty grime and...

Mark Atkins, technical director at LTP Polished concrete floors and concrete toppings provide great strength and resilience, making them a popular choice for high traffic...

LTP’s surface care range includes protection and maintenance solutions for all types of tile and stone, the company says. From deep cleaners and sealers...

Mark Atkins, technical director at LTP, demystifies the treatments on offer to protect porcelain tiles With the increasing popularity of porcelain tiles, it’s no wonder...

Original flagstones are a beautiful feature in a period property – but renovation can be challenging. In many cases, stones are laid directly onto...

Mark Atkins, technical director at LTP discusses the best ways to maintain outdoor porcelain Last year was another bumper year for porcelain – and this...

LTP was thrilled to be involved in a recent greenhouse floor project with Somerset-based natural stone specialist, Parish Stone. There are many different options...