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News and Tips from International Stoneworks

Posted on August 5, 2014 at 4:01 pm by Jacqueline Tabbah

New Stone Products
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We are always looking for new and efficient products that are safe to use on natural stone. We use these products in our own homes and on the stone restoration field before we sell them to our customers. It’s our way of making sure that we are selling only the best to our clientele. That … ∞

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Posted on July 30, 2014 at 8:28 pm by Jacqueline Tabbah

New Home – New Stone Installation – Now What?
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You just moved into your newly-built home; now what do you do with your new stone installations?   Kitchen countertops & Bathroom vanities Whether you have marble or granite kitchen countertops, we highly recommend having an initial clean and seal. This process is something you can easily do yourself. Clean the stone first with Akemi … ∞

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Posted on July 25, 2014 at 2:47 pm by Jacqueline Tabbah and modified on July 25, 2014 at 2:56 pm.

A Great Excuse to Travel to Miami and Las Vegas
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Want more of your favorite stone restoration company? We thought as much. International Stoneworks, Inc. has a few speaking engagements coming up and we would be thrilled if you could join us!   Women In Stone Connections Conference Women In Stone Panel Discussion Sunday, October 19, 2014 3:15 p.m. Assistant Vice President, Jacqueline Tabbah will … ∞

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Posted on July 17, 2014 at 2:35 pm by Jacqueline Tabbah and modified on July 17, 2014 at 2:44 pm.

Restoring and Cleaning Slate
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Think back to your high school chemistry class. Do you remember sitting at your lab table with your partner mixing chemicals? You may not have known it at the time, but that lab table was probably made of slate. Yes, the same slate that is used on the floor of rustic homes and back patios. … ∞

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Posted on July 2, 2014 at 8:54 pm by Jacqueline Tabbah

5 Things You Need To Know About Stone Before Your Fourth of July Party
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1. While mustard and ketchup are delicious condiments to add to your burger, they do etch marble, travertine, and limestone surfaces.  Mustard contains vinegar, which is very acidic and etches natural stone. Ketchup contains tomatoes, which are also acidic and etch stone as well. 2. Sealing you stone helps prevent grease, butter, and oil stains. … ∞

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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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Posted on May 23, 2014 at 1:16 am by Jacqueline Tabbah

Cleaning VS. Stripping
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Many people take a look at their textured stone or tile floor and see that it is dirty. So naturally, the first thought in that person’s head is: “I need to have my floor cleaned.” Well that may not always be the case. Just because your stone or tile floor looks dirty or dingy, does … ∞

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Posted on April 23, 2014 at 6:03 pm by Jacqueline Tabbah and modified on April 23, 2014 at 6:10 pm.

Coverings 2014 Speaking Program: The Essentials of Stone Restoration
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As posted on the Coverings Web site: Rawi Tabbah will be speaking on Thursday May 1st, 2014 at Coverings in Las Vegas from 9:15-10:45am. Click here for more information on Rawi’s session. Here is a sneak peek of his Coverings class. The process of stone restoration is not nearly as straightforward as it may seem. The simple … ∞

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