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Posted on February 24, 2015 at 10:10 pm by Jacqueline Tabbah and modified on February 25, 2015 at 3:38 pm.

Removing Stains from Natural Stone
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What are stains? A stain is a discoloration of the stone; however, the surface finish of the stone remains smooth.   (Not to be confused with an etch mark. An etch mark is a chemical burn that forms when acid, ammonia, or alcohol comes into contact with the calcium carbonate element that exists in certain … ∞

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Posted on February 17, 2015 at 5:03 pm by Jacqueline Tabbah and modified on February 17, 2015 at 8:29 pm.

Mixing & Matching Natural Stone
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We’ve noticed recently that architects, designers and homeowners don’t just want one type of stone. They want to mix and match. Have you ever been to the Aria hotel in Las Vegas? The lobby floor has all types of granites with honed, polished and even flamed (textured) finishes. I also went to a home last … ∞

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Posted on February 4, 2015 at 6:37 pm by Jacqueline Tabbah and modified on February 4, 2015 at 6:39 pm.

Making My Gender My Advantage
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 It is a man’s world in the stone industry, but I’ve learned recently through the Marble Institute of America Women In Stone that there are powerful and intelligent women in this business. I feel truly honored that I am a part of this group of women that really kick some butt in the stone world! … ∞

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