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Remodeling Your Kitchen? 3 Things to Consider...
Remodeling Your Kitchen? 3 Things to Consider...

You'll be selecting countertop and cabinet materials, paint colors, fixtures, and appliances. Here are a few often-overlooked details to add to your list...

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Common Tile Cleaning Mistakes
Common Tile Cleaning Mistakes

Read this article to learn about cleaning methods that can cause an unsightly appearance or even permanent damage to tile and grout...

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Selecting Stone For Exterior Countertops
Selecting Stone For Exterior Countertops

Natural stone is an excellent choice for an outdoor kitchen or other exterior living spaces. Here's what you need to know before you select countertop material...

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Considerations for Mixed Stone Installations
Considerations for Mixed Stone Installations

Here's what you need to know if you currently have or are considering more than one type of stone for floors or other applications...

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Stone Restoration Pro vs. Cleaning Company
Stone Restoration Pro vs. Cleaning Company

Property owners and managers are often "up-sold" specialized services for natural stone by well-intentioned but unqualified janitorial and cleaning services...

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Kitchen Backsplash Cleaning and Care
Kitchen Backsplash Cleaning and Care

Methods for cleaning and care of kitchen backsplashes vary, depending on what type of backsplash you have. Read this article for our recommendations...

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About Porcelain and Ceramic Tiles
About Porcelain and Ceramic Tiles

Differences between porcelain and ceramic can impact the cost, appearance, and longevity of your installation. Read this article for important info you should know...

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How to Clean and Protect Limestone Floors
How to Clean and Protect Limestone Floors

Limestone floors are relatively easy to maintain but can become dull and dirty with time and use. Here are some tips to keep your floors looking their best...

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Taking the Mystery Out of Terrazzo
Taking the Mystery Out of Terrazzo

Understanding terrazzo, it's history, and care will help direct design and maintenance choices wherever it may be found, from historic to modern spaces...

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Why Use a pH Neutral Cleaner for Granite Countertops
Why Use a pH Neutral Cleaner for Granite Countertops

Perhaps you have been told that your granite countertops can be cleaned with glass cleaner or a solution of dish soap and water. According to Maurizio Bertoli, the “Godfather” of natural stone, using a pH Neutral cleaner is the only...

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