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Marble and other calcium-based natural stones are sometimes sold as granite. Here's how to avoid etch damage and stains associated with stone misidentification.
Sometimes these "cracks" in natural stone countertops are not cracks at all, but fissures, something that resembles a crack. Read more to learn the difference.
We are frequently asked, "How can I remove water rings on my polished marble?" This article explains what "water rings" are, and what you can do about them.
Many natural stone owners are aware that acids like vinegar, lemon, etc. can cause etching, but did you know high alkaline substances can also cause etching?
See Fred Hueston, Chief Technical Director of Stone & Tile PROS, demonstrating how to mix and apply a poultice for removing a stain from natural stone.
Streaking is a cloudy, uneven pattern on the surface of natural stone floors. This article explains the causes of streaking and what you can do to get rid of it....
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