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How to Remove Shower Calcium Deposits
Do you have a white film or scaly buildup on your tile or stone shower? That's calcium deposits. Here are some DIY solutions you can try yourself to remove them...
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Are Steam Cleaners Safe For Natural Stone?
There are many wrong ways to clean natural stone, which is why we recommend leaving heavy cleaning to an experienced stone restoration professional. Steam clean...
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Can Skin Soap Damage Natural Stone?
With an abundance of skin cleaning products on the market, from bars and scrubs to foams and gels, knowing which ones to avoid using around your natural stone c...
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Glossary of Natural Stone Finishes
Choosing the right natural stone finish for your intended use is essential. Our glossary of finishes will help you understand natural stone finishes and what fi...
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3 Tips for Comparing Stone Restoration Bids
Choosing a stone restoration contractor by comparing bids based on price only can be a costly mistake. Here are three tips for comparing stone restoration bids.
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Why Pool Decks Turn Green and Black
What is that green and black stuff that grows on pool decks? Read this article to learn what it is, how to remove it, and how to minimize the likelihood of futu...
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Stone Fabrication. Stone Restoration. What’s the Difference?
Are you considering natural stone as a material for your kitchen or bath new construction or renovation plans? You'll need to enlist the services of both a ston...
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Resolve Dirty Grout Problems Once and For All
If your grout looks dirty or seems to be a dirt magnet, there are real, lasting solutions available. Read this article to learn how to resolve dirty grout probl...
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Countertops: Your Essential Guide
Thinking about purchasing new countertops? You're going to love the Surface BUZZ magazine Kitchen Countertop edition! When you begin your search for the right c...
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Limestone Selection and Care
For anyone considering having limestone installed, as well as anyone with an existing installation, read this article to learn where limestone works best, why l...
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Is My Stone Really Stained?
We have received many calls regarding "staining," and in some cases the issue is not a stain at all. Here are some examples of stone problems that look like sta...
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Is My Countertop Quartzite or Marble?
Quartzite will not etch or scratch. If you have quartzite that is etched and scratched, it may actually be marble. This article explains the difference so that ...
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