Restoration and preservation of a 50 year old ceramic worktop

Surface: Ceramic tops
Services: Restoration and preservation of a 50-year-old ceramic worktop

Location: Fortnum & Mason

Ceramic worktop restoration at Fortnum & Mason

This ceramic worktop restoration at Fortnum & Mason focused on a surface that was approximately 50 years old. The aim was to restore the worn surface while preserving the character of the existing worktop.

The first stage was a thorough deep clean to remove built-up dirt and debris. With the surface clean, the team carried out repairs to the areas showing damage and wear. The worktop was then sealed with an anti-etch treatment as the final protective stage.

The before-and-after photographs below show the worktop and the visible surface condition associated with this project. Cleaning, repair and sealing were treated as separate stages because the existing material needed more than a surface wipe. This case study records the work done to this particular ceramic top; other surfaces need their own assessment before a treatment is selected.

Planning a similar ceramic project

Check the ceramic body, glaze, joints and existing repairs before treatment. A glazed ceramic surface is different from porous natural stone. Deep cleaning, local repair and protective treatment serve different purposes. Product suitability should be established for the actual finish, particularly on a worktop used for food preparation.

For a similar project, compare the damage and setting with this case study, then discuss the scope before work begins. Explore our surface restoration services and browse the project gallery for other examples. The appropriate process depends on the actual material, previous treatment and required finish.

Care after ceramic worktop restoration

Use a cleaner compatible with the ceramic and any applied treatment. Avoid abrasive pads where they could scratch the glaze or protective layer. Blot spills and inspect repaired areas and joints periodically. A protective product should not be assumed to suit every ceramic surface or to remove the need for routine care.

For independent background information, visit The Tile Association’s industry information. This resource provides wider context; the treatment for an individual surface still needs its own assessment.

Request advice for your surface

To discuss ceramic worktop restoration, send Stone Rescue photographs and request an assessment. Include your postcode, approximate area and any known treatment history. Also send a wider view of the setting and close-ups of the damaged sections. We can then explain the next step and whether a site inspection is needed.