Q. Can Corian™ and cultured marble be treated like real marble? A. The daily care and cleaning of Corian™ and cultured marble are similar to that of natural marble, but professional repair and restoration methods are different. If your customer... Read More
Stone & Tile Restoration
The problem you describe is very common with certain white marbles. Many marbles contain naturally occurring iron as part of their mineral make-up. When the stone is exposed to water for any length of time, its iron content begins to oxidize and turn... Read More
Most janitorial supply stores carry non-acid bowl cleaners. Many bathroom cleaners also contain acids and these should be avoided around marble. TIP Household bleach also makes a good toilet bowl cleaner and should not etch the marble but if you do... Read More
These terms can be quite confusing. Generally grinding is the removal of large amounts of material from the surface of the stone. Grinding would be performed to remove lippage and to flatten a floor. Grinding grits are typically 60 grit and below.... Read More
I am assuming that you are talking about burnishing a floor in speeds of 1500 rpm and higher. This is a typical maintenance procedure for certain types of floor finishes and is also used on stone flooring. I have not seen any articles or research on... Read More
Do Not Apply a Silicon Impregnator Over a Stain If natural stone is stained, applying a silicon impregnator is a bad idea. The stain should be addressed first. Once the stain is removed, then apply the impregnator. Fred Hueston, Chief Technical... Read More
How Long Silicon Impregnators Last and When to Reapply Many different factors contribute to the longevity of silicon impregnators, including the stone type, porosity, and finish, as well as how much traffic and use the area gets and what kind of... Read More
What You Need to Know About Silicon Impregnator Removal When it comes to silicon impregnator removal, the results will vary depending on what type of surface the impregnator was applied to, how long it has been there, and what methods you are using... Read More
Applying an Impregnator to a Wall or Vertical Surface It can be challenging to apply an impregnator to a natural stone wall or vertical surface, because gravity causes the product to drip and dribble before it has time to be absorbed. It is no... Read More
What You Need to Know About Applying Coatings Over Silicon Impregnator The most important thing to do when applying coatings is to make sure you are able to achieve proper adhesion. Fred Hueston, Chief Technical Director of Surface Care Pros and... Read More