Why Is My Light-Colored Marble Yellowing?
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 [...]
Repairing Chips, Holes and Spalling In Natural Stone
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 [...]
Sanded Versus Unsanded Grout and How It Can Affect Your Stone
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 [...]
Do It Yourself: Etch Removal
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 [...]
Do It Yourself: Sealing Granite or Marble
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 [...]
What Is Efflorescence and Can It Be Removed From Natural Stone?
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 [...]
Can I Remove Stun Marks From My Marble?
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 [...]
What You Need to Know About Sealing Stone
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, [...]
How to Chemically Identify Your Stone
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. [...]
How To Visually Identify Your Stone
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 [...]
Is It Safe to Sit or Stand on Your Countertops?
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 [...]
Can I Fix Uneven Floor Tiles?
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 [...]
Should I Use Wax On Marble Floors?
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 [...]
Can I Set Hot Pans on Granite Counter Tops?
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 [...]
How to Maintain a Clean Marble Shower
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? [...]
Cleaning Granite or Marble Stains
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 [...]
Cleaning Marble or Granite Counters
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 [...]
Choosing a Honed or Polished Marble Counter
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 [...]
Choosing the Right Marble or Granite Sealer
Did you know that all hydrophobic sealers are not oleophobic? Hydrophobic sealers prevent water absorption only, while oleophobic sealers prevent both water and oil absorption. When choosing a marble or [...]
Preventing Scratched Marble Floors
Did you know that entry rugs can help prevent debris from being introduced to your floors and therefore reduce the chance of a scratched marble floor? (During the winter months, [...]