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    Top 10 Causes of Grout Turning Yellow

    Home and business owners and property managers have a common complaint about grout turning yellow. Read this article to learn about possible causes and solutions.

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    Graffiti Removal

    Removing graffiti on stone, tile, brick, or masonry? Put the pressure washer away. It can be problematic and/or ineffective. Read this article for guidance.

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    How To Prevent Etching When Disinfecting Stone

    This article offers sound advice on how to disinfect your natural stone without accidentally causing etch damage and what to do if you already have etch damage.

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    How To Remove Pink Shower Film

    Have you ever noticed a slimy pink film form in your shower? This article explains what it is, how to get rid of it, and how to keep it from coming back.

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    The Coronavirus and Your Stone Countertops

    Can the coronavirus survive on my stone countertop? What do I use on my stone to properly kill the virus? Get coronavirus answers from stone expert, Fred Hueston.

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    Pressure Washing Caution

    Before pressure washing stone or masonry surfaces, read this article to learn about potential problems that could result in serious damage.

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    Shower Pan Moisture Buildup

    Is the stone around your shower drain darker than the surrounding stone? The cause may be clogged weep holes. The solution may be an easy DIY procedure.

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    Damaged Dimension Stone Panels

    This article explains which dimension stone panel problems can be resolved by your stone restoration technician, and which problems require replacement.

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    Soft Water Can Damage Marble

    You've likely heard of hard water damage on natural stone, but did you know that soft water can also damage it? Learn how to protect susceptible stone.

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    A Natural Stone Stain Remover

    Natural stone, concrete, terrazzo, and certain tiles, as well as the grout lines in between tile, can become stained. Many stains can be removed using acetone.

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    Stone & Tile Restoration Helps Sell Homes

    A simple way to improve buyer appeal and help your home sell quickly for the price you are asking is by having clean, elegant, welcoming floors and surfaces.

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    What You Should Know About Jerusalem Limestone

    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.

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    When Your “Granite” Is Actually Marble

    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.

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    Crack or Fissure? What’s the Difference?

    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.

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    How To Remove “Water Rings” On Polished Marble

    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.

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