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Posted on June 20, 2014 at 3:11 pm by Jacqueline Tabbah

How To Care For Your Stone Shower
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You take a shower at least once a day. You use all kinds of soaps, shampoos, and conditioners. Needless to say, your stone shower takes a bit of a beating. Overtime, you will notice the shine has diminished, you may also see soap scum lines, maybe even a little calcium buildup. All these problems can … ∞

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Posted on June 12, 2014 at 5:28 pm by Jacqueline Tabbah and modified on June 12, 2014 at 7:43 pm.

Stains and Etch Marks on Natural Stone
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Many customers call asking how to remove stains from their stone surface. Seems like an easy enough question right? Well not really. The term “stain” is used very often, but the problem the customer is facing may not be an actual “stain.”   Let’s define what a stain is. A stain is a discoloration of … ∞

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Posted on June 4, 2014 at 8:01 pm by Jacqueline Tabbah

Simple Ways to Protect Your Natural Stone Surfaces and Floors During Hurricane Season
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As hurricane season draws near, homeowners can take a few precautions in order to protect their stone floors and surfaces. Most natural stones are porous. Heavy rain and wind can cause water and moisture to penetrate the stone from not only the surface, but also from the sides (through the grout) and from the substrate … ∞

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