At Softwash Scotland, we pride ourselves on delivering premium exterior cleaning services across Scotland. Recently, we had the honor of preparing the exquisite Renaissance Club in North Berwick for the Scottish Open Golf Tournament. Using our specialist Doff steam cleaning, softwashing, and eco-safe cleaning solutions, we restored the club’s stonework and roof to pristine condition—just in time for the spotlight.
Project Scope & Objectives
- Location: The Renaissance Club, a renowned golf course in East Lothian, host of the Genesis Scottish Open
- Key goals:
- Revive sandstone features using our gentle yet effective Doff steam cleaning method.
- Brighten the roughcast façade, elevating its natural texture and clarity.
- Clean and protect roof tiles — steam-washing to remove grime, followed by a carefully applied softwash cleaning agent to ensure longevity and a renewed look.
Methods used
1. Doff Steam Cleaning for Sandstone & Roughcast
Our Doff steam cleaning service is tailor-built for sensitive surfaces like sandstone, offering deep yet non-invasive cleaning. Steam penetrates dirt, moss, algae, and pollutants, lifting away contaminants while preserving stone integrity—a method perfectly suited for historic and upscale architecture like the Renaissance Club.
2. Roof Tile Treatment: Steam + Softwash Blend
The club’s rosemary roof tiles underwent a two-step process:
- Steam cleaning to dissolve and remove surface buildup, moss, and accumulated debris.
- Application of our Softwash cleaning agent—a low-pressure, chemically balanced solution designed to gently cleanse and protect, maintaining the tile’s appearance long after application.
Timing: Just in Time for the Scottish Open
This transformation was completed mere weeks ahead of the Genesis Scottish Open, held in July at the Renaissance Club. The freshly revitalized stonework and roof presented an impeccable image, helping the venue shine under international attention.
Why Softwash Scotland Was the Perfect Choice
- Expertise in Heritage Surfaces: Softwash Scotland specializes in sensitive architectural cleaning—including sandstone, roughcast, rendered facades, roof tiles, and more.
- Advanced Cleaning Technologies: From Doff steam to K-Render, high-pressure washing, and roof treatments, our toolkit adapts to each surface’s unique needs.
- Professional Reliability: Fully insured, highly trained, and deeply experienced—our team ensures deadlines are met and results exceed expectations.
- Nationwide Reach: While based in West Lothian, we travel across Scotland as required—no project is out of reach.
Impact & Value Delivered
- Visual Enhancement: Sandstone regained its clarity, façade textures popped, and roof tiles were bright and clean—delivering aesthetic consistency across the venue.
- Event Readiness: The Renaissance Club was tournament-ready, projecting its best foot forward during a globally broadcast event.
- Surface Longevity: Our methods not only clean—they help slow future staining and biological growth, extending the time between major maintenance.
The Renaissance Club project highlights what makes Softwash Scotland stand out: a commitment to heritage-safe cleaning, event-driven timelines, and lasting transformations. With seamlessly executed cleaning on stone and roof surfaces, we helped prepare one of Scotland’s premier golf venues for the world stage.
Interested in elevating the exterior of your home, commercial building, or historic property? Whether you require Doff steam cleaning, softwash soft chemical treatments, or full facade and roof solutions, Softwash Scotland is here to help.
Contact us today for a free quote and expert advice—and let us restore your property’s shine.
