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Posted on March 3, 2021 at 8:39 pm by Jacqueline Tabbah

Texas Winter Storm Aftermath – Restoring Stone Surfaces
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It was the week that hell froze over. Texans are the toughest people I know, but wow we suffered that week with epic low temperatures and no heat to warm us up. I wanted to write a blog about moving forward and how we can repair stone surfaces that may have been damaged due to the … ∞

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Posted on October 2, 2017 at 5:44 pm by Jacqueline Tabbah and modified on October 2, 2017 at 5:45 pm.

To Restore or Replace Stone Floors After Flooding
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After flooding or water damage, it is not always evident whether or not stone surfaces can be restored or if they need to be replaced. Here is a quick guide to help you designate which issues can be addressed through restoration:   Surface dirt, mud, silt   It is hard to evaluate the damage water … ∞

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Posted on September 1, 2017 at 12:33 am by Jacqueline Tabbah and modified on September 1, 2017 at 12:35 am.

Water Damage To Your Stone Floor – What Next?
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First things first, make sure the water has drained from your home or building and use dehumidifiers to dry the floor as much as possible. If you see white residue… Once the floor is dry, you may see a white film appear on the floor; this white residue is most likely efflorescence/calcium residue.   According … ∞

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