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When carpet is removed from terrazzo, it often leaves behind a large yellowed area the shape of the carpet. This is common problem with carpets that have jute or rubber backings. Moisture becomes trapped under the carpet and causes the dye in the... Read More

The yellowing and graying of certain Italian and Greek white marbles is a common problem that I see all over the country. There are several possible causes for this condition: Maintenance technique-Take a close look at your maintenance program. Are... Read More

At this time there is no process that can fully restore the glaze to a ceramic tile floor. The glaze on ceramic tile is achieved by baking the tile at very high temperatures which cannot be achieved after installation. There are, however, a number of... Read More

There are several options for making the steps less slippery. Option 1. The steps can be honed and the polish removed. The high-gloss shine will be gone, but the steps will be less slippery. Option 2. Slip tape can purchased at your hardware or home... Read More

First you need to determine why you want it waxed. Do you want to add shine, or is your intention to protect it? If protection is your main concern, I would recommend applying a silicone impregnator over a wax. If you want to increase the shine, you... Read More

It sounds as though your slate floor has a rough finish which catches the fibers of the mop as it is dragged across the floor. First, you need to deep-clean the floor to remove all dirt and grime. Next, apply a good-quality acrylic sealer. Several... Read More

Although there are several coatings that will provide added slip resistance, there is, unfortunately, a trade-off. Coating the stone will increase maintenance requirements, but if safety is an issue, it’s worth considering. Contact a stone... Read More

First, has the tile been sealed? There are several urethane coatings on the market that are used to coat Mexican tile. These urethanes are sensitive to ultraviolet (UV) light and will turn yellow. Strip the floor and apply a Mexican tile sealer.... Read More

Your installer is correct. Most travertine contains many holes that are filled with a cement filler. The cement filler does not take a shine when polished—hence the dull spots. The floor you observed at the hotel has probably been coated with a... Read More

Recrystallization has been used to maintain granite and can prove very successful. However, when recrystallizing granite you are not reacting the recrystallization with the granite. The reaction taking place is simply placing a thin wax like coating... Read More