ShineMarble polishing
Progressively finer abrasives for an even polish, from a discreet satin to a deep mirror finish.
Les Traitements du Sud · Geneva
Marble restoration in Geneva
Marble polishing, crystallization, repair and sealing for residential buildings, hotels, banks, boutiques and private homes in Geneva and Terre Sainte.
- Free on-site quote
- Work in occupied premises
- Geneva & Terre Sainte
Marble in Geneva
Bringing back the depth, veining and shine of Geneva’s marble
From the Old Town to the Quai du Mont-Blanc, Geneva has always had a taste for fine stone. The entrance halls of the buildings along the old fortification ring, the balustraded staircases of the townhouses on Rue des Granges, the bathrooms of Cologny’s lakeside villas and the counters of the watch houses on Rue du Rhône all share the same material: marble, laid to last for generations as long as it is properly cared for.
Les Traitements du Sud · Geneva brings the craftsmanship of the Les Traitements du Sud company to these interiors: polishing, crystallization, grinding, repair, stain removal, sealing and maintenance of marble. One specialist team, one single contact from the first visit to the final handover, and a free quote prepared on site once your stone has been identified.
We work the way a restorer does: understand the stone before touching it, choose abrasives and products according to its composition, work without dust or splashes in occupied premises, and deliver a finish that suits the spirit of the building, from the soft matte of a historic vestibule to the mirror polish of a contemporary hotel lobby.
7marble services
17districts and towns covered
5method steps, from quote to aftercare
2working languages: French and English
Our services
Seven skills for every condition of marble
Every job starts with an assessment of the stone: type of marble, surface condition, previous treatments and how the space is used. That assessment decides the right combination of techniques.
Shine
HardeningCrystallization
A chemical reaction that hardens and brightens the surface of calcite marbles, ideal for busy floors.
LevellingGrinding & honing
Removing deep scratches, lipped tiles and traffic wear to bring the surface back to perfectly flat.
RestorationMarble repair
Chips, cracks and broken stair nosings: colour-matched filling and a polish blended to the original.
StainsStain removal
Etch marks, rust, oil, water rings and limescale: each stain has its own method and poultice.
PreventionSealing & protection
Penetrating water and oil repellents so the marble copes with daily life without changing its look.
Long termMarble maintenance
Maintenance contracts for property managers, hotels, banks and boutiques, scheduled around footfall.
A living material
Why marble in Geneva loses its shine
Marble is a calcareous stone: its surface reacts to acids and wears under foot traffic. In Geneva, three factors come up on almost every job. Winter first, when de-icing salt and grit carried in on shoes scratch entrance halls and dull the first steps of the staircase. Water next, fairly hard, which leaves whitish films around taps and on shower trays. And finally cleaning: an aggressive detergent, the wrong wax or a splash of vinegar is enough to etch the surface.
The good news is that dull marble is almost never lost. Removing the damaged layer, a few microns or a few tenths of a millimetre depending on the case, reveals sound stone again, with its original colours and veining.
By surface
From building lobbies to living-room fireplaces
A 200 m² floor is not treated like a chest-of-drawers top or a basin. We adapt machines, abrasives and protection to each surface.
Marble floors
Apartments, villas and large reception areas, with finishes from honed matte to high gloss.
Marble staircases
Treads, risers, landings and nosings, restored without stopping people from using the stairs.
Building lobbies
A building’s first impression, restored for property managers and co-ownerships.
Bathrooms
Showers, trays, vanity tops and walls: descaling, polishing and water-repellent sealing.
Countertops & basins
Kitchens and splashbacks marked by lemon, wine or oil, renewed and protected.
Marble fireplaces
Mantels, jambs and hearths blackened by soot, cleaned and restored in keeping with their period.
Who we work for
Work planned around each kind of place
A co-ownership lobby, a hotel foyer and a private bank’s reception hall have neither the same hours nor the same need for discretion. We plan every job around your activity.
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Property managers & co-ownerships
Lobbies, stairwells and landings treated zone by zone, with notices for residents and access kept open. See our offer for property managers
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Hotels & palaces
Lobbies, corridors and suite bathrooms, worked overnight or room by room. See our offer for hotels
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Private banks & head offices
Reception halls and client lounges, outside opening hours and in full confidentiality. See our offer for banks
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Luxury & watch boutiques
Floors and counters brought back to their best before opening, without disturbing windows or clients. See our offer for boutiques
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Interior designers
Advice on finishes, sample tests and work coordinated with your other trades. See our offer for designers
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Homeowners
Apartments, villas and second homes: a free quote and clean work, room by room. Request a quote
Marble swatches
The marbles we restore most often
Italian whites, Spanish blacks, rarer greens and reds: every marble has its own hardness, sensitivity to acids and way of taking a polish. Identifying it means choosing the right method from the start.
- Blanc de CarrareItaly · white with grey veins
- CalacattaItaly · bold golden veining
- BardiglioItaly · bluish grey
- Noir MarquinaSpain · black with white veins
- Crema MarfilSpain · ivory beige
- Gris MarengoDeep shaded grey
- Azul MacaubasBrazil · sky blue
- Rosalia LeventoPowder pink
- Rouge du MarocMorocco · warm red
- Rouge du LanguedocFrance · flamed red
- Vert de SuèdeSweden · dark green
- Jade GreenJade green
- Pietra GreyIran · charcoal grey
Before and after
A difference you can see, and that lasts
Drag the slider below: same top, same light, before and after a crystallization carried out by Les Traitements du Sud. The haze and glass rings are gone, the veining stands out and the reflection is crisp.
On a lobby floor or a staircase, the principle is the same on a larger scale. And to make the result last, we always finish with suitable protection and written care instructions, handed to whoever will clean the surface day to day.
Our method
Five steps, no surprises
The process is the same for a table top and for a 300 m² lobby. It tells you in advance what will be done, how long it will take and what finish to expect. See the method in detail.
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Visit and free quote
We identify the marble, measure the surfaces, note access and timing constraints, then give you a detailed quote in Swiss francs.
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Test on a sample area
On request, a test of a few square decimetres lets you approve the finish with your property manager or designer.
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Grinding and polishing
Wet work, dust-free, with walls, woodwork and furniture protected. Walkways stay accessible.
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Protection
A water or oil repellent suited to the use, which penetrates the stone without leaving a surface film.
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Aftercare advice
You receive a simple sheet: products to use, things to avoid and how often to plan a light buffing.
Our work
Les Traitements du Sud craftsmanship in pictures
The photos below come from real projects by Les Traitements du Sud. The exact location of each job is shown in the full gallery.
Service areas
Geneva, both shores of the lake and Terre Sainte
We work in every district of the city, from the Old Town to Eaux-Vives and from Champel to Pâquis, in the left-bank communes such as Cologny, Vandœuvres and Collonge-Bellerive, along the right bank up to Versoix, and in the canton of Vaud in Coppet and Nyon.
Geneva
Geneva communes
Terre Sainte & Nyon
FAQ
The questions we hear most often
How much does marble restoration cost in Geneva?
The price depends on the area, the condition of the stone and the finish you want: a light buffing is a very different job from full grinding followed by polishing. That is why we come to you for a free quote in Swiss francs, once we have seen and identified your marble.
Do we need to move out during the work?
No, in the vast majority of cases. We work wet, without dust, and zone by zone. In a residential building people keep using the entrance; in a hotel or boutique we can work overnight or outside opening hours.
Polishing or crystallization: which should I choose?
Mechanical polishing suits every marble and gives a very natural look. Crystallization hardens the surface of calcite marbles and holds up very well in busy areas. We advise you after testing the stone, and a sample area lets you compare.
How long does a job take?
A countertop or fireplace takes a day. An apartment floor usually takes two to four days, a building lobby a little longer depending on size and permitted hours. The exact schedule is set out in the quote.
Do you also work in the canton of Vaud?
Yes, across Terre Sainte and up to Nyon: Coppet, Founex, Commugny, Mies and neighbouring towns. For addresses further afield, give us a call and we will look at your request.
Can we deal with you in English?
Yes. The website is available in French and English, and you can write to us in either language. Many international owners, family offices and hotels find this convenient.
Your marble deserves better than a dull haze
Send us a photo or book a visit: we will tell you what is possible, how, and for what budget.