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The 3 Musketeers You Need for Your Natural Stone’s Longlifeness

The 3 Musketeers You Need for Your Natural Stone’s Longlifeness
The 3 Musketeers You Need for Your Natural Stone’s Longlifeness

Having natural stones like marble stones, terrazzo stones, granite stones, and others more as your interior finishing is indeed an excellent selection to beautify your home. But one of the most general concerns for the natural stone’s owner is the maintenance of the stone.

Natural stone is well known for its characteristic of high liquid absorptions which will cause future stains and damage to the surface if not treated promptly. Also, if the surface of your natural stone is treated with the wrong cleaning products, then instead of a clean surface, all you’ll get is a damaged surface. And if this happens, then you will end up spending more money on its treatment.

How to have the right treatments for my natural stone?

Treating a natural stone ought to be done from the very beginning. Not only when an accident has happened on the surface. If we surf the internet about ways to treat our natural stones, then there will be a lot of ways. But why hassle searching and applying steps that we are not so sure about?

In Reflecto, we got you the 3 musketeers we all ever needed, called “The Spotless family“. They are confirmed as the right products to protect, clean, and maintain your natural stone from the beginning. But how so?

ur Spotless Family products consist of Stain Shield, Instant Stain Remover, and Floorcare. With every specialty such as:

Stain Shield

Protect your natural stone’s surfaces from future damage caused by stubborn stains and dirt. With professional strength that penetrates mineral surfaces to make them waterproof.

Instant stain remover

Remove any stains and dirt on the surface of your natural stones with just a few sprays, even turmeric stain! Have your natural stone as good as new!

Floorcare

Maintain the looks and cleanliness of your natural stone daily. With a lavender scent to freshen the room and repel mosquitos. Make your natural stone floor spotless, germless, and buzzless!

The Spotless Family” products by Reflecto are suitable for any kind of natural stones but work best on our nakedstone’s terrazzo and naked concrete. Results may be vary depending on the quality of your surfaces.

So no more hassle and stress in dealing with and or maintaining your natural stone surfaces. Consult with us now and we’ll deliver you our best solutions!


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Why Do Hairline Cracks Appear in Walls

Why Do Hairline Cracks Appear in Walls
Why Do Hairline Cracks Appear in Walls

We often encounter on the walls of our homes, hairlines that are getting wider and wider day by day. These hairlines on the walls are also known as hairlines cracks. Some homeowners usually don’t understand the cause of hairlines cracks.

But in general, the causes of hairlines cracks are generally based on two factors, such as

Structural factors

which are directly related to the structure. For example, the movement of the foundation.

Non-structural

related to building construction work, such as imperfect walls.

At the beginning of the hairline cracks, usually, the size will be about 1mm and irregularly lengthwise. But over time, small cracks will have the potential to become larger and become more serious. Therefore, even if it is just a small crack, it needs to be checked and addressed immediately.

Below are some basic things that cause hairlines cracks on the wall in terms of structural and non-structural factors, such as:

The use of sand in the making of plaster has a mixture of mud

The type of sand used as a plaster mixture has various types and characteristics. But often, to save costs, people usually ignore the selection of the right type of sand and use the type of sand that is dirty or mixed with the soil which ultimately causes the walls to crack.

Incorrect plaster composition

The composition of the mixed plaster is not suitable and not perfectly mixed. This causes the plaster to shrink when it’s dry and causes cracks on the surface.

Application of a layer of plaster and grout on a non completely drywall.

The application of plaster or grout on a wall layer that is not completely dry is one of the main causes of cracks. In addition, when the plastered wall is not completely dry but the plastering process has begun, then when the plaster dries, evaporation will occur and it will be stuck under the plaster layer which will eventually crack because it is unable to withstand the pressure of water vapor from within.

Minor earthquake or moderate impact

As explained above, that structural factors are one of the causes of cracked walls. But how can the structure of a house sway or cause the walls to crack? Well, natural factors are one of the answers. For example, a small earthquake and/or soil shift in the foundation area. It can also be caused by vibrations in the structure that occur due to moderate impacts from occupant activities and so on.

Drastic changes in weather temperature

Drastic changes in weather temperature are also one of the causes of cracks in the walls. But how is it related? Well, for example, like a glass filled with hot water and then immediately replace with cold water, it will usually crack immediately due to drastic temperature changes. The same thing also happens for wall conditions, especially those exposed to extreme weather. Therefore, the walls of the house, especially the exterior, also need protection so they don’t crack and end up causing leaks to seep into the house.

Is there any solution for my house’s exterior protection?

Of course, there is! leakfree pro. is a solution for your exterior walls, we prevent walls from cracks due to extreme weather changes. Because in leakfree pro. there is an anti-heat technology (heatproof), which will make the wall or exposed slab stays at a balanced temperature even when it’s hot. In addition, leakfree pro. also has an elasticity of up to 800% which functions as a waterproofing paint, protecting the house from leaking caused by cracks. So, by using leakfree pro, your home will have double protection from leaks and also anti-heat.


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The Impact / Danger of Excessive UV Rays

The Impact / Danger of Excessive UV Rays
The Impact / Danger of Excessive UV Rays

Sunbathing in the sun, especially in the morning is indeed recommended for health. As sunbathing in the morning provides vitamin D to our body and skin. But if you sunbathe excessively at the wrong hour, it will have a bad impact on your health and skin. The adverse effects that occur are generally caused by radiation rays that come from exposure to sunlight.

What kind of radiation does the sun give off?

Bright and hot sunlight consists of several radiations, including cosmic rays, gamma rays, X rays, UV rays, visible light, infrared rays, and radio waves.

For UV rays themselves, they are subdivided into several types, such as:

UV-A rays

UV rays have strong radiation when they reach the earth. They are the major contributor to the problem of damage to skin cells which is the cause of skin cancer

UV-B rays

rays that burn the skin and causes redness, damage to the skin caused by UV-b is usually more superficial

UV-C rays

rays that are absorbed by ozone but the radiation is more impactful in causing damage

Generally, bad radiations such as gamma rays, cosmic rays, X rays, and UVC rays will be filtered out by our atmosphere. However, other radiations such as UVA, UVB, and IR rays are still able to penetrate the atmosphere and eventually reach the earth’s surface.

What are the dangers of UV rays?

Excessive UV rays can cause several problems such as:

– causes skin cancer

– sunburns

– destroys immunity

– accelerate the aging process

– triggers eye damage

– damage or fade the color of the furniture

– damage the layers of the building

Although UV rays have many negative impacts, on the other hand, UV rays are also able to provide several benefits, such as:

– a natural source of vitamin D

– helps the process of photosynthesis in plants

– kills bacteria in drinking water

– helps the process of food detection and navigation for animals (insects)

How do we prevent excessive UV rays?

There are several ways to overcome this problem, for example, if it’s for body condition then we can avoid it by applying sunscreen and or using umbrellas when you are outside, if it’s for an eye condition, use sunglasses, or another way is to take shelter inside the house.

However, if the house as a shelter has many openings and transparent windows, the inside of the house will still be exposed to direct sunlight and the impact of UV rays will still be felt. Not only will it damage the furniture of the house but will also have an impact on the members of the house sitting near the window.

Well, that’s why many homeowners who are aware of the impact of UV and want to prevent the damage or impact caused by UV rays will usually use an alternative such as window film. With a layer of window film on a transparent window, your home will be protected from UV impacts and also from the excessive heat that comes from infrared (IR) rays.

Before choosing the type of window film, you should first study the specifications of the window film offered, choose a window film that suits your needs and is proven to be able to reduce heat and reflect solar radiation. Just like reflectofilm, a window film that is proven to be able to reduce heat and reflect UV and IR up to 100%* and can reduce electricity bills by up to 50%*.


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Is It Necessary to Install Window’s Film in The House?

Is It Necessary to Install Window’s Film in The House?
Is It Necessary to Install Window’s Film in The House?

A healthy home is a home with good air and light circulation. And generally, the circulation of light and air that enters the house can be through any artificial openings, such as windows.

When talking about windows in the house, most of them always use transparent glass as their window. It does allow a lot of light to enter the house. But on the other hand, the privacy in the house will also be very visible from the outside. In addition, if the windows in the house are huge, then excessive heat in the house might occur.

Here is why the role of window film in the house is quite important. By installing window film on transparent windows, apart from having better privacy, too much light that causes heat is also reduced. But you don’t have to worry about the visibility from inside and or worry about the house being darkened by the window film. Because generally window film has many options for you to choose according to the needs of your home

So is it necessary to install window’s film in the house?

Well, the answer depends on you. Do you want to have a comfortable home from excessive heat and also at the same time maintain its privacy?

But if you are still in doubt and considering, then here are some reasons that might make you sure to install window film on your windows.

1. Able to resist the sun’s heat.

Did you know, solar radiation consists of:

– Infrared rays (causing heat on the surface of the house)

– Ultraviolet rays (rays that are destructive but not hot)

– Bright light (visible light that enters the house through the opening)

And well, the advantages of window film are, it can reject heat from infrared rays, reject damaging UV rays and minimize excessive light.

2. Save up electricity

By installing window film on the windows of the house, the temperature in the room will be reduced. With a reduced room temperature, the use of electronic devices such as air conditioners during the day will also decrease which leads to a decrease in electricity bills.

3. Increase the safety factor of the house

Having a sense of comfort and security at home is important. And by applying window film on windows, the risk of crime will be reduced. Because in general, window film got this feature where it looks dark from the outside but is still bright from the inside. In addition, a layer of window film is also able to reduce the risk of dangerous broken glass.

After knowing some of the advantages above. Are you still thinking about whether or not to install a window film anytime soon?

Let us also recommend to you a window film with more affordable prices but with the same quality and performance as other leading brands, known as Reflectofilm! Available in 2 series, namely the AX series and the ZERO series. With advantages of rejecting UV and IR up to 100%, and also helps reduce the cost of your home electricity bill by up to 50%*.

Contact us now for consultations, and we are ready to help you choose the window film according to your needs up to the installation process!


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It All Started From Concrete: Concrete as Decorative Material.

It All Started From Concrete: Concrete as Decorative Material.
It All Started From Concrete: Concrete as Decorative Material.

Concrete is an unusual choice to decorate with. It is generally used for outdoor constructions such as foundations and floors and rarely poses as an ideal for indoor decorating. However, this adds to its novelty and uniqueness.

Concrete usage is usually subtle, blended with other aspects to create a unique architectural element to any given room rooms. rooms adorned with concrete held a contemporary aesthetic that encapsulates the industrial vibe and gives an urban feel to the room. Mixing textures and materials such as wood, leather, and dark colors; to the grainy neutral hues of concrete, softens the rigid and bare ambiance it tends to create.

Here are some advantages that concrete offers over other conventional materials:

High Strength

Concrete walls are hard to beat when it comes to their strength. They are super durable and offer a higher amount of flexural and compressive strength than regular block walls.

Fire Resistant

Not only that concrete offers high structural strength, but concrete is also rated the safest material when it comes to fire, ensuring minimal damage if your home ever catches fire.

Infinitely Variable and Flexible

Since concrete mainly comes from cement, it can be molded into any shape and used for any kind of purpose. You can use concrete as walls, floors, even furniture, and decorations. This kind of flexibility is rarely found in other materials.

Low maintenance

More and more people are choosing to incorporate concrete in their interiors because it’s a particularly easy material to maintain. In fact, the bulk of the work takes place when you first purchase the item, choosing the finishing and such. It’s also easy to clean as long as you’re not using abrassive/high acidity cleaner as they will corrode the concrete.

While concrete is certainly an emerging trends and is a bit different than some of this year’s other design trends, its generally a good idea to include it in your design’s watchlist. While others are focused on bold patterns and bright, in-your-face colors, concrete is subtler. With current increased interest in interior designs, we can safely assume concrete is here to stay.

Available in a variety of finishes, from smooth to grainy, matte to polish, Nakedconcrete by reflecto offers a variety of styles to choose from. Not only that, spotless family by reflecto will stand guard to clean, maintain, and protect your concrete and other natural stones surfaces.


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Here’s a Bunch of Things You Probably Do Wrong in Caring for Your House.

Here’s a Bunch of Things You Probably Do Wrong in Caring for Your House.
Here’s a Bunch of Things You Probably Do Wrong in Caring for Your House.

We’ve all been there, relaxing in the rainy season, then suddenly, leaks happens. “Why so suddenly?” you ask, “It was fine and dandy for so long.” Or is it? Perhaps you were doing something wrong all these times? It’s only human, making mistakes that only manifested long after we forgot about it, especially about house chores.

These “sudden leaks” aren’t actually “sudden” it’s usually the result of many underlying factors that we usually missed, and accumulating damage over time. These hidden factors could also a result of our carelessness, stuff we ignore or did so shoddily that over time, it all just break down and you “suddenly” got a renovation coming.

We at reflecto are dedicated to keep your house at the top condition, and we’re gonna help you with a checklist on stuff you’ve probably doing wrong all this time when you’re caring for your house. By the end of this article, go ahead and do a full checkup to prevent things from going wrong!

Painting over wall cracks

All cracks, even the smallest one, has the potential to grow into big one, or at the very least, is capable of taking in water and other substances. These cracks are one of the biggest factors for leakage in your home, the best way to tackle this problem is to of course, patch em up and fill in the holes, but sometimes we neglect the small hairline cracks and just paint it over with a fresh paint. This, if neglected long enough, can cause massive damage.

Failing to waterproof your roof/ceilling

Your house first line of defense againts the elements are your roofs, taking the time to regularly maintain and applying waterproof coating to your roof can really helps you in the long run, and avoid any unpleasant meetings with raindrops inside your house.

Clogged waterways

The roof drainage system is arguably the most forgotten system we took for granted, but unfortunately, it’s the most important. If your roof drainage system is clogged with trash, leaves, and other debris, it can cause critical damage from the accumulation of water on your roofs. Taking care of this system and performing regular maintenance can avoid having leaky roof.

These are some of the most glossed over aspect of house maintenance, knowing and subsequently, taking action towards these issues can save you time, efforts, and money in the long run. Reflecto are always here to help you with a wide range of house maintenance products to keep your house in the top condition.


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Tiny Architect: Teaching Your Kids the Importance of Architecture and Interior Design.

Tiny Architect: Teaching Your Kids the Importance of Architecture and Interior Design.
Tiny Architect: Teaching Your Kids the Importance of Architecture and Interior Design.

Kids have naturally inquisitive minds, they’re still neck-deep in the discovery phase, and the world certainly looks different through the eyes of a young child; enormous, intriguing, and somewhat overwhelming, and it has long been believed that what we encounter as children shapes up our perspective of the world.

At this develpment and discovery phase, children needs all sort of guided stimuli and practices that is both fun and informational so that they can better grasp the countless concept they’d meet along the way. Teaching them about architecture and interior design can also taught them valuable lesson that is sure to be useful as they grow up.

Teaching architecture can have these benefits:

Basic 2d and 3d shapes

Playing around with architecture will surely involves shapes and dimension, teaching kids how to decorate their room for example, also teaches them about dimensions, the shapes of the objects and what objects goes with what in their room. This indirect, yet subtle teachings have a deeper impact especially if the children develops a liking and interest towards it.

Colors recognition

Interior design has many of it’s aspect lies in colors, from the colors of the walls and floors, to the objects that adorns the room. Learning about these colors and how well they go with each other can prove to be beneficial for children.

Creative mindset

Letting kids experiments with their room’s design and layout, from the position of their beds and toys to the colors they like for their walls stimulates their creative thinking, therefore, they’ll have better understanding of all things creative.

Architecture can teaches alot about spaces, dimension, colors, and other aspects of creative works. Teaching them to your children can also help them develop their own unique identities and personality, therefore, increases their self confidence. Customizing our own spaces is really fun, but it’s even more fun if we start young, isn’t it?


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Reflecto’s Natural Stone Care Guide.

Reflecto’s Natural Stone Care Guide.
Reflecto’s Natural Stone Care Guide.

Natural stones are becoming more popular among home owners that requires more elegance to their homes, these types of material is usually used as flooring, walls, or even kitchen counter tops. Having natural stones as the main material of your kitchen/shower also came with a caveat: stains and other nastiness.

First of, you have to know what type of stones that you’re dealing with in order to use the correct cleaning method, and maintenance method. Knowing full well of your stone’s characteristic can extend your stone’s lifespan and keep it in top order for years to come.

Types of stones

Calcareous stone is usually characterized with porous materials, composed mainly of calcium carbonate. This type of stone is really sensitive to acidity so it is highly recommended to use a non acidic cleaner product. These types of stones includes: Marble, Limestsone.

Siliceous stone, is one composed primarily of silicates, such as quartz, feldspar, mica, etc. as such. This type of stone is generally acid resistant, hence the wide usage as kitchenware, still, using acidic cleaner product is not recommended as the stone still contain trace ammount of acid-sensitive compounds. These types of stones includes: Granite, Sandstone.

Cleaning Method

It’s important to note that natural stones should be treated and cleaned regularly, and although some stone will do just fine with conventional cleaner products, having a specialized natural stones cleaner product with neutral/high pH such as reflecto’s Spotless Family can save you precious time and even preserves your natural stones for a really long time!

General Steps for any kind of Natural Stone Surface:

  • Sweep to remove any dirt particles.
  • Fill a recepient of warm water and use only water, or mix it with a small amount of pH neutral liquid, detergent or cleaning solutions specific for stone such as reflecto’s Daily Floor Care. Change the solution when it starts to get dirty.
  • Dip a microfiber towel, a duster or a mop into the water mixture and start cleaning.
  • Wash the area by starting at the corner of the room and working methodically towards the room exit.
  • Allow air circulation in the room for a quick drying.

Stain Removal:

  • Remove any loose debris.
  • Wiping the area will spread the spill.
  • Flush the area with plain water and mild soap and rinse several times.
  • Dry the area thoroughly with a soft cloth.
  • Repeat as necessary.
  • If the stain persists or for problems that appear too difficult to treat, call your stone care professional specialist.

Natural Stone Care Tips

In addition of cleaning and maintaining, having a good habits around taking care of your natural stones also contributes to the longevity of your natural stones surfaces, here’s some tips you can follow:

  • Use mats and coaster for every dish and drinks that has high acidity, such as citrus juices or alcohol, using mats generally also lower the risk of spills and stains on your natural stones
  • Dust the surface regularly to avoid micro-scratches and dust build ups.
  • Avoid sharp plastics and metal from scraping the surface.
  • Using anti-scratches solution such as reflecto’s stain shield.

Knowing how to care and clean your natural stones will absolutely keep them beautiful for long periods of time, and more importantly, saves you huge amount of money


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From Dusk Till’ Dawn: The Bedroom

From Dusk Till’ Dawn: The Bedroom
From Dusk Till’ Dawn: The Bedroom

The pandemic forced us to spend more time in our homes than we ever have before. Suddenly, it has to be all things to all people: the place we work, study, relax, and it’s where we’re supposed to find a way to prioritize self-care somehow. All of the activity shift that brings all of works inside is making our homes looks less like a sanctuary and more like the chaotic rest of the world. Not to mention the mundanity of being in the same place for an extended period of time without any real difference.

Bedrooms are the primary place of relaxation, where we all retire to take a good sleep and refresh, away from the world and worries. The bedroom interior design is extremely important in order to provide that instant feel of relaxation and here are a few tips: the first thing that meets the eyes are the colours used on the walls, carpets and bed set so, they all must be soothing in pastel colours in order to provide a relaxing effect.

For anyone who wants to end a day would need is a bedroom that will help you relax and reduce the stress of the day. Therefore you must design your bedroom in a way that will make you feel good a part from providing you with a good sleep where you can dream and loosen up. With a well decorated bedroom, you will have a more relaxed and happy life because you will start each and every morning strong and relaxed after a good sleep at night.

Here’s a little list of things you might want to pay attention to when you want to renovate/redesign your bedroom:

The right bed

It’s not a bedroom without a bed, having the right bed that not only suits your need but also suits the layout and size of your room is really essential. Having too big of a bed will make your room look really awkward plus the waste of space that it takes. Striking the right balance of comfort and practicality is really important.

The right colour

Our bedroom is the first thing we see in the morning and also the last thing we see after a long day of activities. Choosing a preferred colour as paints can help you achieve the right level of calmness. Decorating it with knick knacks such as poster and pictures also helps your room to have “Your” personality, and therefore, you can feel more comfortable spending time in it.

The right lighting

Remember that light fixtures and the tone of your lighting can help dress up your room. Always invest in good light fixtures and fit in light dimmers. Like how jewelry establishes your style, similarly, lighting of a room sets its style. Don’t compromise! This will be an investment that will definitely pay off. It will enhance your soft furnishings, designer curtains etc.


Having a nice and cozy bedroom is just as important as having a nice cozy living room. Bedroom serves as our daily sanctuary after a long day of activities, and is arguably the room where we spend most of our lives in, given the current situation. Taking time to consider and decorate your bedroom can have a positive effect on your waking lives and brings the much needed comfort.


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Natural Stones as Kitchen Essentials.

Natural Stones as Kitchen Essentials.
Natural Stones as Kitchen Essentials.

Is your kitchen looking a little dull? why not try renovating it with a whole set of vibe?

If you’re thinking of spicing up the kitchen, look no further than natural stones. Natural stones and kitchen are a match made in heaven, there’s so much that can be achieved with so many different combinations. Not only that, natural stone is known for being classy, beautiful, and insanely durable. With so many good that came with it, no wonder that natural stones are used extensively in the past, adorning many historical and prestigious places.

Of course, as many renovating projects, there’s alot to consider before going in and getting gritty. Today, we’ll help you to better understand aspects of natural stones, and in turn, helps you choose and pick what kind of natural stones are perfect for your needs.

The Advantages

Let’s get to the details on how great natural stones is, First up:

Durable and long lasting

It’s in the name: Natural Stones, so obviously it’s gonna make for a really durable and long lasting material. Perfect choice for your kitchen flooring and kitchen tops.

Anti Slip

Because it’s made with natural stones, your countertops and kitchen floors can provide alot of friction so that it’s safe to use in the kitchen!

Aesthetically Nice

It’s no secret that these natural stones has been used in so many historical buildings and artipieces, it’s the raw feel and vibe that encapsulates our inner most desire and almost-unanimously agree that these stones looks really nice.

The Disadvantages

We can’t go further without discussing the disadvantages of using natural stones, learning it could be critical in deciding wether or not you’re going to use this material, so pay attention!

Costly

Using natural stones as a custom article can be quite costy, this is why it’s better to commit and go with complete renovation rather than only replace one items or two. At the end of the day, the prices you pay is what you get, investing in a great product is generally a good idea, especially if it’s for your home.

Porous

Most natural stones has this porous texture that while helps protect you and your family from slipping and falling, is really vulnerable to water damage and other subtances seeping inside the stone structure, caring and using a protective coating of stain shield for your natural stones could easily remedies this problem.


So there you have it, factors to consider if you want to change it up and opt for a natural stone renovation for your kitchen, each stones also have it’s perks so make sure you done your homework on them! You can give us a visit on our Nakedstone’s catalog to see how to get yourself a brand new natural stone set or you can consult us via WhatsApp. You can also appoint a visit to our location to see the samples yourself!


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