Care tips to keep marble, granite, travertine, terrazzo or other natural stone looking great.
Formed deep within hot springs, travertine stone has a naturally rustic appearance. Part of that appearance is due to the way that hot water vapor escaped the stone as it [...]
As you are getting ready to move ahead with your stone restoration work, it may be helpful to understand what you can expect leading up to, during, and after the [...]
The tendency of a light-colored stone to yellow can be caused by several reasons. First, many white marbles contain iron that oxidizes over time causing the yellow appearance. This type [...]
Small pits or pieces of stone popping off the surface of your stone is called spalling. This condition is common on stone exposed to large amounts of water or when [...]
Tile grout acts like a mortar that binds tiles together, but it also keeps moisture out and helps ensure the tiles stay a certain distance apart. A variety of grouts [...]
While not guaranteed, it is possible for very light, small etch marks on your marble floors or counters to be removed using an etch remover, rag, rubber gloves for hand [...]
It is important to apply a sealer to any type of natural stone in your home. Natural stone is a very porous material, and you need to make sure that [...]
Efflorescence appears as a white powdery residue on the surface of the stone. It is a common condition on new stone installations or when the stone is exposed to a [...]
A stun mark is a type of crystal damage to your natural stone. Stun marks appear as white marks on the surface of the stone and are common in certain [...]
One of the most common problems associated with the use of natural stone is that it stains very easily. The removal of a stain can be quite expensive and, sometimes, [...]
As a follow up to our last Care Tip on How to Visually Identify Your Stone, you can run a couple of tests to chemically identify your stone as well. [...]
If you are able to identify your stone, it helps to determine the best way possible to clean and care for it. Because your stone will show normal wear-and-tear as [...]
At one point or another, many of you have decided to sit or stand on your countertops to retrieve something just out of reach (like from your spice cabinet!) Unlike [...]
Lippage, or better known as uneven floor tiles, refers to differences in height between edges of adjacent tiles. Lippage may be caused by multiple factors during installation or as the [...]
Did you know that it is a common misconception that using wax on marble floors is the best way to restore their natural shine? Some people use wax on marble [...]
Did you know that while granite counter tops can withstand a great deal of heat, they are not impervious to damage caused by hot pans? One risk is that the [...]
Did you know that using a squeegee on your shower walls to prevent water from sitting on the surface of your marble can help extend the beauty of your stone? [...]
Did you know that while it could take some time and work, it is possible to clean granite or marble stains from your stone? The first step is identifying the [...]
Did you know that cleaning marble or granite counters with a pH-neutral cleaner or water is all you need for everyday cleaning? When cleaning your marble or granite, be sure [...]
If you are just getting started with natural stone, and have the option to choose between a honed and polished finish, you may want to consider the honed finish for [...]
