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Here you will find our collection of informative tips and articles. You’ll find valuable information on topics such as tile and natural stone care, grout line cleaning, stain removal, and much more. If you require any further assistance, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We welcome any questions you might have…
Tips To Remove Stains From Bird Droppings
Learn how to clean up bird droppings on natural stone, remove the stains that may persist...
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Getting Rid of Streaks on Natural Stone
Streaking is a cloudy, uneven pattern on the surface of natural stone floors. This article explains...
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Common Tile Cleaning Mistakes
Read this article to learn about cleaning methods that can cause an unsightly appearance or even...
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Considerations for Mixed Stone Installations
Here's what you need to know if you currently have or are considering more than one...
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Stone Restoration Pro vs. Cleaning Company
Property owners and managers are often "up-sold" specialized services for natural stone by well-intentioned but unqualified...
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Kitchen Backsplash Cleaning and Care
Methods for cleaning and care of kitchen backsplashes vary, depending on what type of backsplash you...
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About Porcelain and Ceramic Tiles
Differences between porcelain and ceramic can impact the cost, appearance, and longevity of your installation. Read...
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How To Remove A Terrazzo Stain
Before you think about having tile or carpet installed over the terrazzo because of a stain,...
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Practical Suggestions For Stone Care and Maintenance
We can always repair and restore your natural stone, but here are some practical suggestions for...
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What To Do About Cement Stains on Sandstone
Cleaning concrete off of sandstone can be tricky. Common cleaners may even cause damage. Here is...
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How to Clean and Protect Limestone Floors
Limestone floors are relatively easy to maintain but can become dull and dirty with time and...
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Taking the Mystery Out of Terrazzo
Understanding terrazzo, it’s history, and care will help direct design and maintenance choices wherever it may...
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Is Natural Stone Hard as a Rock?
The old idiom "hard as a rock..." has contributed to the formation of imprecise opinions about...
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Environmentally-Friendly Natural Stone
Fred Hueston, Chief Technical Director for surpHaces and Founder of Stone Forensics weighs in on whether...
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The Unexpected Stone Stain Remover
If you have a stubborn stain that is unresponsive to traditional stain removal methods, such as...
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How to Remove Polyvinylether (PVE) Stain
Refrigerator, freezer, and AC system repairs may result in PVE (an oil used in refrigerant systems)...
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White Residue on Stone
If you have white residue on your stone, here are a few tips and tricks for...
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Removing a Stain Left By a Potted Plant
Question: I have a water ring where a plant was sitting on my hearthstone, which I...
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