Fabricators and restoration contractors often get calls about cracks in natural stone countertops. Sometimes these "cracks" are not cracks at all, but fissures, a feature of the stone that resembles a crack. How does one go about

A question our clients frequently ask is, "How can I remove water rings on my polished marble?" This article explains what "water rings" are, and what you can do about them. Cause of Water Rings Polished marble

Alkaline Can Etch Natural Stone Many people who own marble countertops, floors, or other surfaces are aware that acidic substances like vinegar, lemon, tomato, etc. can cause etching on natural stone, but did you know that substances

Natural Stone Stains Can Be Removed The key to successfully treating natural stone stains is cleaning up any spills and treating any resulting stains as soon as you can. The best way to remove a stain on

Sealing Stone in Wet Conditions There are no pat answers to sealing natural stone, which is why we recommend that an informed professional always be called on for determining the best solutions for your stone. Not only

What is resined natural stone? Resined natural stone is stone that is treated to improve minor naturally occurring flaws. Resining is achieved by drying unpolished slabs, spraying them with polyester, and placing the slabs in a vacuum

Here's a consumer question regarding their concern about a poultice leaving behind a bigger stain on marble. A homeowner submitted the following question recently: "I had an oil stain on a marble surface and used a poultice

Cloudy Countertops Have you noticed a haze or cloudiness on the surface of your natural stone countertops? Natural stone countertops provide an elegant focal point for kitchens and bathrooms. But when the clarity of the finish is

Kitchen countertops, bathroom vanity tops, bar tops, and the like are especially prone to staining because they are exposed to oily or dye-containing substances on a daily, or sometimes, even an hourly basis. Consequently, a sealer should

Granite is a popular countertop material because it is durable, resistant to scratches, chips, and heat, and relatively easy to maintain compared to other types of natural stone. However, some stones that are definitely not granite are