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Q. Do you know of a product that will get rid of the hard water stains on my granite vanity top (it's really bad around the faucet fixtures)? I look forward to hearing from you. A. A good quality, stone safe soap film remover will beÂ... Read More

Q. I think the cleaning company spilled toilet bowl cleaner on my black granite floor and it left a stain.  What do I do? A. There are several possibilities. One, it is possible that you have a stone that has been 'doctored.' Some less... Read More

Q. How should I perform routine maintenance for my granite countertops? A. Granite countertops will give you a lifetime of easy to maintain elegance if you use the right products. Don't use the wrong products. Be sure that you follow some simple... Read More

Q. Why does black granite fade? A. The answer is, black granite should not fade. Black granite imported from Asia is sometimes doctored with dyes and oils to darken the surface. The fading is nothing more than the dyes and oils being removed. You can... Read More

Q. I am building a new house and would like to use some type of stone for my kitchen countertops. Is marble or granite best? A. The short answer is granite. It is the most popular and is perhaps the best overall choice. However, both marble and... Read More

This is a very common problem on granite. Granite is a very porous stone, more porous than most marble. Because of its porous nature, granite has the ability to retain a great deal of moisture. The dark area in this case may simply be excessive... Read More

I would call the contractor, but it may not be necessary to replace the panels. These dark circles may be the result of moisture bleeding from the setting mortar. It is common for panels to be installed by spotting the backs of the panels with... Read More

Flamed granite has a rough texture which will tend to hold dust and dirt. Prepare a solution of stone soap or neutral cleaner and warm water. Flood the floor with this solution and either agitate with a scrub brush or machine-scrub. Pick up the... Read More

Marble and granite can certainly be mixed in various patterns on a floor. Different finishes, such as honed and polished, can also be mixed. While these combinations can be very attractive, their maintenance and eventual restoration must also be... Read More

This shadow or halo is a sign of moisture in the granite. When the stone gets wet, it turns dark; the granite then dries from the center out, leaving a moisture shadow which has the appearance of a stain. To eliminate this shadow, the granite will... Read More