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The sealer has left a hard silicone residue on the tile’s surface. To remove the excess silicone, the tile will have to be scrubbed with an abrasive cleaner. Several kitchen-type abrasive cleaners are available which will remove this film. If... Read More

The acid in the lemon has etched the surface of the marble. The only option is to re-polish or hone the marble. Polish the etched area using a powder polishing compound. Work the powder into a slurry using a white pad and a slow rpm hand buffer. If... Read More

Pencil marks can frequently be removed simply by erasing them with a pencil eraser. If the eraser trick does not work, then a poultice of denatured alcohol and a poultice powder will need to be applied. Apply the poultice and allow it to sit... Read More

First try cleaning with some acetone and a clean white rag. Blot the stain with the rag. Do not rub the stain, since this may only spread it around making it worst. Depending on how long the marker has remained on the floor it may require a poultice.... Read More

The sticky substance is silicon residue, which can be difficult to remove. First, try cleaning the floor with mineral spirits and clean cloths. If this does not remove the silicon, then stronger solvents may be necessary. Suggested solvents may be... Read More

Yes, cracks can be repaired. Depending on the width of the crack, it can be filled with a polyester resin. If the crack is small, clean it thoroughly with acetone, making sure to remove all dirt; a dental pick may prove useful here. After the crack... Read More

Several grout cleaners are available at your home center, hardware store or janitorial supply store. These cleaners are acidic, so caution is advised. Once the grout is cleaned I would suggest applying a good grout sealer. You may also want to... Read More

This white cast is very common with Mexican tile. Hard water and chlorine from your swimming pool are depositing a white salt on the surface. To remove this white haze, a mild acid washing is necessary. Use a mild acid such as sulfamic acid ... Read More

Pine-type cleaners are not recommended for polished stone surfaces . They contain harsh chemicals that can etch the stone. However, they work well, and are safe to use, on ceramic tile. TIP Let your customers know that few grocery stores carry... Read More

Several products are available at the grocery store for removing soap scum, but they most likely are not safe for natural stone. Most soap scum removers contain acids which should not be used on marble surfaces. These cleaners work well on ceramic... Read More