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Professional Tile, Stone & LVT Floor Cleaning & Restoration in Edinburgh

I am Alastair Elliott, owner of Cleaning Doctor Edinburgh. As a hard floor and tile cleaning specialist, I am professionally trained and qualified in cleaning, polishing and restoring all types of natural stone, man-made tiles and luxury vinyl floors, including LVT, Karndean and Amtico. My award-winning cleaning and restoration system, including diamond grinding and diamond polishing, achieves unbelievable results at a fraction of the cost of buying new.

Natural Stone, Ceramic, Porcelain, LVT & Vinyl
Professionally Trained, Qualified & Insured
Diamond Grinding, Polishing & Restoration
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Areas I service: Balerno, Blackford, Bruntsfield, Buckstone, Calder, Chesser, Colinton, Comiston, Craiglockhart, Currie, Fairmilehead, Gorgie, Greenbank, Juniper Green, Kingsknowe, Merchiston, Morningside, Newington, Oxgangs, Polwarth, Redford, Riccarton, Sighthill, Slateford, Stenhouse, The Grange, Wester Hailes
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Alastair Elliott

Alastair Elliott

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Rated Excellent by Edinburgh Locals

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Craig Lawrence
20 June 2026
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Very happy with the service from start to finish. Alastair was friendly, professional, and did an incredibly thorough job cleaning our carpets. He took the time to make sure everything was done properly, and the results are fantastic. The pricing was very reasonable and the quality of the work was excellent. The whole experience was straightforward and professional. I’d definitely recommend to anyone looking for carpet cleaning and will happily use his services again in the future. Thanks!
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Graeme Dodd
25 April 2026
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Great service and professionalism. End result has taken years off our carpets and made a huge difference.
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Philip Rossiter
20 February 2026
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Absolutely delighted with the work done by Alastair on my sitting room suite. Good value for money and I recommend wholeheartedly. All work completed to the highest standard and precisely to the timescale advised.
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Chris McManus
29 September 2025
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Very professional service. What a difference it’s made, couch is like new, rug came up well as did the stair runner. Very impressed with your service, thank you.
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Sheila Miller
27 August 2025
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Alastair has surprised us and himself. After examining our stained sofa he warned us that he did not expect a good result due to the type of stain. He worked away at it and left it to dry out over 24 hours. The result - a sofa as good as new. Well done Alastair. You are a good Irishman - polite and respectful - you have given us excellent service. Thank you.
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Julie Airlie
30 July 2025
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Fantastic service as usual, would definitely recommend.
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khosro jarrahian
27 May 2025
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recently had my carpets professionally cleaned by Cleaning Doctor, run by Alastair, and I couldn't be more pleased with the results. From start to finish, the service was exceptional. Alastair was punctual, professional, and clearly takes great pride in his work. He explained the process thoroughly, used high-quality equipment, and treated my home with care and respect. The difference in my carpets was incredible — they looked and smelled fresh, with stains I thought were permanent completely removed. It's clear that Alastair brings both expertise and attention to detail to every job. I highly recommend Cleaning Doctor to anyone looking for top-tier carpet cleaning. You’ll get excellent results along with friendly and reliable service. Thanks again, Alastair!
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Rod Irvine
28 February 2025
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I’ve used Alastair a couple of times now and would happily use again - very professional, very reliable, very friendly and does a very thorough job. Brought my 20+ year old sofa back to life with a really good clean. Highly recommended.
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Lorna Jane Johnston
26 February 2025
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Alistair came this morning to clean my elderly mum's living room/dining room carpet, a rug & her recliner chair. what a great job, all looks brand new. very professional & friendly. would highly recommend
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Lynsey Jean Henderson
31 October 2023
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Highly recommend! Great price and customer service. I have a very old (and well loved) Made.com sofa that I didn’t think could look as good as it does now! Highly recommend Alastair and the team.
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Watch how we clean, restore and polish natural stone, tile and grout.

A Restoration Service, Not a Mop and Bucket

What I Do

Cleaning is only half of it. Where a floor has lost its finish, been scratched, etched or worn flat, I can grind, hone and polish the surface back, then seal it so it stays that way.

Cleaning Doctor technician using a weighted rotary machine and extraction vac on a tiled floor in Edinburgh

Natural Stone Restoration, Grinding & Polishing

Do your marble, travertine, limestone or slate floors still gleam as they once did, or have they gone dull and lifeless? Over time natural stone becomes ingrained with dust, dirt, oily and waxy deposits and layers of old polish, and foot traffic slowly wears the surface flat.

Cleaning alone will not bring that back. Using diamond tooling, I grind out scratches and etching, hone the surface flat, then diamond polish it to the finish you want, whether that is matt, satin or a full high polish. It is a genuine restoration, at a fraction of the cost of lifting the floor and starting again.

Marble & Granite Travertine & Limestone Slate & Sandstone Terrazzo & Victorian Tile
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Polished porcelain living room floor before cleaning, showing scuff marks and a dried spill stain BEFORE
The same polished porcelain living room floor after cleaning, with the staining and scuffing removed AFTER
Porcelain Tile – Stain & Scuff Removal
Utility room tiled floor before cleaning, with grout lines darkened by ingrained soil BEFORE
The same utility room floor after cleaning, with the grout lines lifted back to a clean, even tone AFTER
Utility Room Tile & Grout
Hallway tiled floor before cleaning, with soiled grout lines running between the tiles BEFORE
The same hallway floor after cleaning, with the grout lines restored to a clean, uniform colour AFTER
Hallway Tile & Grout

Deep Extraction Cleaning & Grout Restoration

Mopping moves dirt around. It settles into grout lines and into the texture of the tile, and no amount of household product will lift it back out. I use a weighted rotary machine and professional, pH-appropriate solutions to agitate the surface and release that soil from the pores of the tile and the grout.

It is then flushed and extracted under vacuum. That is a controlled rinse, not a high-pressure hosing. No mess, no water running under your kickboards, and your floor is walkable again the same day. Around 90% of grout has never been sealed, which is why it darkens so quickly. Once it is clean, I can seal it so it stays that way.

No High-Pressure Hosing Grout Cleaning & Sealing Colour Sealing Available
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Rotary machine cleaning an LVT floor in Edinburgh

LVT, Karndean, Amtico & Vinyl Floors

Luxury vinyl tile is sold as low maintenance, so most people assume a tired LVT floor is simply worn out. Usually it is not. What you are looking at is years of supermarket floor polish, mop residue and dressing that has yellowed, gone patchy and trapped dirt in the embossing.

I strip that build-up back to the original surface, deep clean the embossed texture, then re-dress the floor with a professional finish in the sheen you prefer, from matt through to high gloss. Karndean, Amtico, LVT, sheet vinyl and safety flooring all handled to manufacturer-safe methods.

Karndean & Amtico LVT & Sheet Vinyl Safety Flooring Strip & Re-Dress
How It Works

My Restoration Process

Every floor is different, so nothing is guessed. I survey it, test it, and show you the result on your own floor before you commit to anything.

1

Survey & Free Demonstration

I identify the surface, test the finish, and clean a small area so you can see exactly what is achievable before you spend a penny.

2

Protect & Prepare

Skirtings, kickboards and adjoining surfaces are masked and protected, and the floor is cleared and dry-soil removed.

3

Deep Clean or Strip Back

Weighted rotary agitation with the correct solution for the surface, then a controlled rinse and vacuum extraction.

4

Restore & Polish

Where needed, diamond grinding and polishing to remove scratching and etching and bring the stone back to your chosen sheen.

5

Seal, Dress & Protect

An impregnating sealer or dressing is applied to repel spills and keep grout lines cleaner for longer, plus simple aftercare advice.

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Why Choose Us

A Premium Floor Restoration Service

Specialist training, professional equipment and industry-standard materials, on every job and every floor type.

Natural Stone Specialists

Marble, travertine, limestone, slate, granite and terrazzo, each treated with the correct pH-balanced method.

Diamond Grinding & Polishing

Scratches, etching and worn traffic lanes ground out and polished back, not just cleaned over.

LVT, Karndean & Amtico

Old polish stripped back, embossing deep cleaned, and the floor re-dressed in your chosen sheen.

Sealing & Protection

Professional-grade impregnating sealers and dressings that repel spills and make maintenance far easier.

Free On-Site Demonstration

A survey and a test clean on your own floor, so you see the result first-hand before committing.

Restore vs. Replace

Save thousands by restoring the floor you already have instead of ripping it out and starting again.

Price Promise

The price quoted includes all labour, materials and equipment. No nasty surprises, no hidden extras.

Risk-Free Guarantee

Your 100% satisfaction is an absolute must for us. If you are not happy, we will re-clean it free of charge.

I am skilled in restoring these floor surfaces

Ceramic Porcelain Polished Porcelain Travertine Limestone Marble Granite Slate Sandstone York Stone Quarry Tile Terrazzo Victorian Tile LVT Karndean Amtico Sheet Vinyl Safety Flooring

My Results Speak for Themselves

Real examples of tile, stone and grout I have restored in Edinburgh. Click any image to enlarge.

Polished porcelain living room floor before cleaning, showing scuff marks and a dried spill stainBEFORE
The same polished porcelain living room floor after cleaning, with the staining and scuffing removedAFTER
Porcelain Tile – Stain & Scuff Removal
Utility room tiled floor before cleaning, with grout lines darkened by ingrained soilBEFORE
The same utility room floor after cleaning, with the grout lines lifted back to a clean, even toneAFTER
Utility Room Tile & Grout
Hallway tiled floor before cleaning, with soiled grout lines running between the tilesBEFORE
The same hallway floor after cleaning, with the grout lines restored to a clean, uniform colourAFTER
Hallway Tile & Grout

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about my tile, stone and LVT cleaning and restoration services.

What is diamond grinding and diamond polishing, and do I need it?
Cleaning removes soil from the surface. Diamond grinding and polishing removes the surface itself, a fraction of a millimetre, taking scratches, etch marks and worn traffic lanes with it, then progressively refining the stone back to a matt, satin or high-polished finish. You need it when a floor is not just dirty but physically dull, scratched or etched, which is common on marble, travertine, limestone and terrazzo. We will tell you honestly at the survey whether a clean will do the job or whether restoration is required.
Can you clean LVT, Karndean and Amtico floors?
Yes, this is one of the most rewarding floors we work on. Most tired LVT is not worn out, it is coated in years of old polish and mop residue that has yellowed and trapped dirt in the embossed texture. We strip that back, deep clean the surface, and re-dress it with a professional finish in the sheen you choose, using methods that are safe for Karndean, Amtico and other luxury vinyl products.
Do you use high-pressure water? Will it make a mess?
No. We do not blast your floor with high-pressure water. We use a weighted rotary machine to agitate the surface with the correct solution, then flush and vacuum-extract the soil in a controlled way. Skirtings and kickboards are protected, water is not left to run where it should not, and in most cases the floor is walkable again within a couple of hours.
Why can't I just mop my tile floors clean?
Regular mopping moves dirt around the surface and pushes it deeper into grout lines and into the pores of textured tile. Over time that build-up becomes impossible to remove with household products. Professional agitation and extraction lifts soil out from within the surface, a level of clean mopping simply cannot reach.
Can you restore my floor instead of replacing it?
In the vast majority of cases, yes. It costs a fraction of the price of a new floor, with none of the disruption of lifting the old one. Stone, terrazzo and quarry floors in particular respond extremely well to restoration. We will always tell you honestly if a floor is beyond saving rather than take the work on regardless.
Should I seal my grout and stone after cleaning?
We highly recommend it. Grout and natural stone are porous and will absorb spills and dirt if left unsealed. Roughly 90% of grout has never been sealed at all. A professional-grade impregnating sealer creates an invisible barrier that repels liquids and prevents staining, keeping the floor looking clean for far longer and making day-to-day maintenance much easier.
Do you offer a free demonstration?
Yes. We prefer to survey the floor and clean a small test area so you can see the achievable result on your own floor, in your own light, before you spend anything. It is the fairest way for both of us to know what the finished job will look like.
How long does the work take, and when can I walk on it?
A typical kitchen, hallway or bathroom clean takes 2–4 hours depending on size and condition; a full stone restoration with grinding and polishing takes longer and will be quoted with a clear time estimate. You can usually walk on the floor within 1–2 hours of cleaning. If a sealer or dressing has been applied, allow 24 hours before heavy traffic or wet mopping so it fully cures.
Do you offer discounts for multiple rooms?
Yes. The more areas cleaned in one visit, the better the rate we can offer. If you are having the kitchen floor done, it is well worth adding the hallway, utility, bathroom or conservatory at the same time for a discounted combined price.

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