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Depending on which machine you use the more weight the better. If your using a single disc machine use at least 75 pounds. It is important that your machine operate properly with the added weight. For this reason make sure you operate at least a 1 ½... Read More

When certain granites are honed, there is always a chance of removing some of the mica within the granite. Mica is a mineral found in some granites. The mica is composed of small flakes which easily flake out when honed. Unfortunately there is no... Read More

Test patches should be large enough to give you a representative sample of the work. If you are going to hone and polish a floor I would use at least a four foot by four foot area. Avoid very small test areas. Also make sure your test patch is done... Read More

First let me say, there are no stupid questions and the one you just asked is actually a good question. I am assuming you mean by age, how old the installation is and not how old the stone is. The stone itself is millions of years old. There are... Read More

Q. We just installed our new quartzite slab on to our kitchen island and three days later we have a distinctly round stain from where our olive oil dispenser was sitting on the counter. Should I be using poultice to get this out, or is there a better... Read More

Q. Hello. I just received a new quartzite install, and there is a crack at the sink extending to the hole for the soap dispenser. The fabricator claims it does not affect integrity of the stone, since apparently it's not a full-depth crack. The... Read More

Q. Does grout turn darker when wet and lighter when dry even with color seal? A. Unsealed grout has tiny pores that absorb moisture, which can give unsealed grout lines a darker appearance. Once the moisture evaporates (assuming the moisture is... Read More

Q. I was looking online for articles about quartzite countertops. We recently had one installed, and we're having issues with a crack that appeared. I need some information. Should my problematic new countertops be repaired or replaced? The... Read More

Q.  I just finished putting in a new black marble shower wall, literally giving it its first cleaning. I had no idea that some bathroom cleaners would immediately etch into the marble finish. Please, for the love of God, tell me there is something... Read More

Q. How do get the stain from furniture polish to come up? We used Scott’s liquid gold and accidentally ended up with a ring on the limestone hearth. A. These type of stains can be difficult to remove. You will need to use a poultice with a... Read More