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Granite vs Porcelain for Countertops
Porcelain has entered the countertop market in a big way. The question is: How does porcelain stack up against granite for countertops?
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Sealers Can Help Protect Your Stone
Stone countertops, continually exposed to oily or other containing substances, are subject to staining. Read this article to learn about countertop protection ...
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Cultured Marble vs Real Marble
Cultured marble and real marble sound the same but they are two completely different things. Each one is created differently. The only real similarity is that ...
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Natural Stone – Fissures vs Cracks
Natural stone, granite, marble, quartzite, etc., is made by, well, nature. Man has nothing to do with it. But it can have natural, unique occurrences in it call...
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Why is Caulk So Important in Your Kitchen?
One of the biggest investments in a home is the kitchen. And yet, one of the smallest and easiest things to fix can be the cause of costly damage. You need to ...
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Staining vs Etching
Two very common discolorations that can happen to natural stone are staining and etching. They are two completely different things, and the restoration processe...
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What gives granite its shine?
The mineral mica is found in granite. It is one of the things that gives granite a shimmery shine. Here are a few things you should know about mica.
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Are Natural Stone Floors Slippery?
This article clears away misconceptions about the slipperiness of natural stone and provides suggestions regarding both new and existing installations.
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Refinishing Stone
When homeowners want their stone restoration technician to change the appearance of their stone in some way, the task may or may not be possible to accomplish, ...
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Is Bleach Safe for Natural Stone?
One common question that arises is whether chlorine bleach is safe to use on stone surfaces.
What Type of Stone is Suitable for a Firebox?
A fireplace is a beautiful addition to any home. It provides warmth and comfort during frosty winter months and adds a cozy ambiance to any room.
Got Stains in Your Stone?
Natural stone is a material used in flooring, countertops, and monuments. However, most natural stones are porous and, if not protected, can become stained.
Quartzite vs Quartz
Quartzite and Quartz: These two words sound almost the same, but they are definitely not the same thing.
A Brief History of Stone Polishing
Stone polishing has been done since the beginning of civilization.Egyptian workers used sand and other rough materials to polish the surfaces of statues and monuments made of stone.
Staining vs Etching on Natural Stone
One of the best reasons to use natural stone for your projects is that it is a renewable and restorable material.
