Learn all the proper ways to care for your tile and natural stone, clean your grout and deal with stains and etching.
Learn all the proper ways to care for your tile and natural stone, clean your grout and deal with stains and etching.
We can always repair and restore your natural stone, but here are some practical suggestions for avoiding damage during care and maintenance procedures....
More>>Some natural stones that are definitely not granite are being sold as if they were. Here are some ways you may be able to tell whether it really is granite....
More>>If you are selecting natural stone and considering Jerusalem limestone or if you already have Jerusalem limestone, this article may be of interest to you. ...
More>>Marble and other calcium-based natural stones are sometimes sold as granite. Here's how to avoid etch damage and stains associated with stone misidentification....
More>>Sometimes these "cracks" in natural stone countertops are not cracks at all, but fissures, something that resembles a crack. Read more to learn the difference....
More>>We are frequently asked, "How can I remove water rings on my polished marble?" This article explains what "water rings" are, and what you can do about them....
More>>Many natural stone owners are aware that acids like vinegar, lemon, etc. can cause etching, but did you know high alkaline substances can also cause etching? ...
More>>See Fred Hueston, Chief Technical Director of Stone & Tile PROS, demonstrating how to mix and apply a poultice for removing a stain from natural stone. ...
More>>Should stone in wet conditions be sealed? In the following article, industry expert, Fred Hueston explains why stone in wet areas should not be sealed....
More>>Natural stone has inherent imperfections. Resin fills, reinforces, and strengthens the durability of natural stone, but can be problematic if not done properly....
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