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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 type of stone for floors or other applications.

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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 janitorial and cleaning services.

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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 have. Read this article for our recommendations.

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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 this article for important info you should k...

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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, consider these simple, cost-saving alternatives.

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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 avoiding damage during care and maintenance procedures.

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    What To Do About Cement Stains on Sandstone

    We recently were asked how to remove 3 year-old cement stains from sandstone walls without changing the color of the sandstone. Although this is not a question ...

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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 use. Here are some tips to keep your floors looking their best.

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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 be found, from historic to modern spaces.

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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 natural stone, which loses beauty without maintenance.

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    Environmentally-Friendly Natural Stone

    Fred Hueston, Chief Technical Director for surpHaces and Founder of Stone Forensics weighs in on whether natural stone is an environmentally friendly choice...

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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 poulticing, just head down to your local beauty supply store...

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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) stains. Here are a few suggestions for DIY stain removal.

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    White Residue on Stone

    If you have white residue on your stone, here are a few tips and tricks for identifying the cause and possibly removing it.

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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 believe is limestone. Is there any way to remove it? I appreciate your help. ...

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