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SUMMARY:Marble and Stone Restoration Course: The Stone and Tile School
DESCRIPTION:Essential\, Hands-On Marble and Stone Restoration Course\n \nLearn the art and science of stone and tile restoration with this Essential Marble and Stone Restoration training course at The Stone and Tile School in Debary\, Florida. \nThis hands-on course is designed to give a strong foundation to those new or recent to the stone restoration industry. For the more seasoned contractors\, you’ll learn ways to improve efficiency and productivity. Get prepared for jobs in the real world with this intensive five days of hands-on training. \nThere is a five-student maximum per class\, which means you’ll get plenty of one-on-one time with your instructor\, Doug Nelson\, to ask questions and get feedback. You will have your own equipment to use\, so there won’t be any waiting and watching for your turn while others work. We have over a thousand square feet of stone on the floors and have over twenty different types of stones to work on. You’ll learn a lot about each of the following processes\, with the majority of your time spent actually working on the stone. \nThis course includes:\n\nMasking and protecting surrounding areas\nDetermining stone damage\nGrinding and honing\nFeathering\nBasic Repairs\nLippage removal\nTile removal and replacement\nHand grinding\nWorking with marbles\, terrazzo\, limestone and travertine\nPolishing floors to a beautiful gloss finish\nBringing floors to a honed finish\n\nClick here to learn more. To register\, call (407) 567-7680.
URL:https://sr-manual.com/event/marble-and-stone-restoration-course-the-stone-and-tile-school-23/
LOCATION:The Stone and Tile School\, 230 Springview Commerce Drive\, #500\, Debary\, FL\, 32713\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:Countertops and Walls Restoration Course: The Stone and Tile School
DESCRIPTION:Countertops and Walls Restoration Course\nThis course is two full days of intensive training on how to restore and refinish natural stone and quartz (engineered stone) countertops\, as well as walls and showers. \nThe majority of both days will be spent doing hands-on training\, with some classroom lecture time. \nYou will gain the experience you need to service your residential customers\, as well as commercial and hospitality jobs\, such as restoring hotel vanity tops and shower walls. \nThis course will prepare you to tackle these jobs with confidence. Each class is limited to five students\, so there will be plenty of opportunities to ask questions and get individual feedback. \nYou will have your own tools to work with and your own work space\, as well. \nCourse Topics\n\nMasking and protecting\nProper equipment use\nRestoring the factory finish: honing\, polishing (granite\, marble\, quartz/engineered stone)\nCountertop seam repair\nMinor repairs\nStain removal\nSealing of countertops and shower walls\n\nTo register\, call (407) 567-7680.
URL:https://sr-manual.com/event/countertops-and-walls-restoration-course-the-stone-and-tile-school-23/
LOCATION:The Stone and Tile School\, 230 Springview Commerce Drive\, #500\, Debary\, FL\, 32713\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:Become An Expert Witness
DESCRIPTION:Become An Expert Witness\nDid you know that expert witnesses earn $250-$500 per hour? \nIf you are a surface industry professional with years of experience specializing in design\, specification\, selection\, repair\, restoration\, or ongoing maintenance\, you can learn what it takes to become an expert witness. This On-Demand course is taught by Frederick M. Hueston\, a highly experienced hard surface expert witness in courts worldwide. He will prepare you to testify within your area of expertise about matters in dispute\, so you can provide an impartial opinion on cases involving surfaces\, especially natural stone\, tile\, concrete\, and masonry. The course can benefit professionals in other trades\, as well. *You can complete the course on your desktop or mobile device anytime\, regardless of time zone and any place where internet is available. \nA wide variety of circumstances related to stone\, tile\, and other surfaces can result in the need for expert witness services. When it comes to floor and surface applications\, materials pass through a lot of hands. Best practices must be followed\, from appropriate material selection to proper installation to implementing recommended maintenance requirements. If something goes wrong\, an expert witness can testify about the problem and why it may have happened\, whether during storage\, handling\, delivery\, installation\, or later. \nWhat’s Included:\n\n\n\nDefine your specific areas of expertise\nGet started as an expert witness\nSecure expert witness assignments\nDeciding on an hourly rate\nAvoid potential problems\nWriting reports\nBuild your reputation and reach\nAssociated support materials and resources\, including sample reports\nReview the course as needed\, even weeks later\nLinkedIn Certification\n…and more!\n\n\n\nResolving a dispute can be difficult. Take this highly advanced\, specialized course so that when people are looking for an impartial source\, they can turn to you as a qualified expert witness. If you have academic and/or field experience\, training\, and knowledge and skills in your particular field\, you can become an expert witness. \n*Available beginning October 20\, 2021 and thereafter.
URL:https://sr-manual.com/event/become-an-expert-witness/
LOCATION:FL
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211108
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211112
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SUMMARY:Inspection and Troubleshooting Live eLearning Course
DESCRIPTION:If you are ready to take your professional expertise to the next level\, this advanced course about how to use troubleshooting and inspection to diagnose stone failures is a necessity. \nThis Live eLearning (four\, 2-hour days LIVE plus on-demand lessons) course is taught by Frederick M. Hueston\, an internationally recognized stone and tile consultant\, failure investigator\, and expert witness. According to Hueston\, “The amount of failures\, poor installations and other issues with stone and tile flooring are on the rise. This workshop is perfect for fabricators\, restoration and installation contractors\, as well as architects\, building engineers and maintenance staff who have to deal with stone and tile installation and restoration.” \nStudents will learn about the entire life cycle of stone\, from geological formation and quarrying and slab production to fabrication and installation\, as well as post-installation problems and solutions like repair\, restoration\, stain removal\, and slip resistance. From understanding the structure of different kinds of stone and materials to physical and chemical testing\, and much more\, students gain a higher understanding of stone as a renewable surface material. Armed with this knowledge\, students can gain the confidence to write reports as subject matter experts and offer expert witness testimony. \nMany restoration and installation contractors\, architects\, building engineers\, maintenance staff\, and other professionals who deal with stone and tile installation and restoration have benefitted both professionally and financially from this comprehensive course. \nCourse Content\n\nThe Geology of Stone\nUnderstanding the structure of different kinds of stone and materials\nIdentification of stone and tile types\nQuarry techniques that affect the final product\nProduction of tile and slabs\nFabrication and installation requirements\nPhysical and chemical testing\nStone and tile forensic investigation\nDiagnosis of problems\nStone and tile restoration\nRepair and replacement\nStain removal\nTroubleshooting\nReport writing\, including sample reports\nExpert witness testimony\nSlip resistance\nLaboratory testing\nCourse test\nLinkedIn Certification\nAsk questions in the discussion group
URL:https://sr-manual.com/event/inspection-and-troubleshooting-live-elearning-course/
LOCATION:FL
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211114
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SUMMARY:Tile and Grout Cleaning and Sealing Course: The Stone and Tile School
DESCRIPTION:Tile and Grout Cleaning and Sealing Course Overview\nThis course covers basic stone and tile identification\, chemical selection\, and hand tool usage\, as well as portable high-pressure units and truck-mounted units. \nYou will receive extensive Color Sealing training. \nGain valuable knowledge so you can provide the highest quality services with confidence. \nCourse Topics\n\nThe basics of stone and tile identification\nChemical selection\nHand tool usage\nPortable\, high-pressure units\, as well as truck-mounted units\nExtensive ColorSeal training\n\nCost: $995.00 \nClick here to learn more. To register\, call (407) 567-7680.
URL:https://sr-manual.com/event/tile-and-grout-cleaning-and-sealing-course-the-stone-and-tile-school-23/
LOCATION:The Stone and Tile School\, 230 Springview Commerce Drive\, #500\, Debary\, FL\, 32713\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:Master Course Certificate: The Stone and Tile School
DESCRIPTION:Master Course Certificate\nThe Master Course Certificate program increases the level of excellence\, skill\, and knowledge of stone and tile restoration contractors\, enabling them to provide the most efficient and effective restoration procedures. Any student may choose to complete training in one or more of the courses The Stone and Tile School offers\, but the Master Course Certificate program includes all three essential courses. There is a 10% discount on tuition for the Master Course Certificate\, compared to tuition prices when the courses are scheduled separately. \nThe Master Course Certificate is earned when the student completes the following courses:\n\nMarble and Stone Restoration (Click here for details…)\nWalls and Countertops (Click here for details…)\nTile & Grout Cleaning / Sealing (Click here for details…)t
URL:https://sr-manual.com/event/master-course-certificate-the-stone-and-tile-school-24/
LOCATION:The Stone and Tile School\, 230 Springview Commerce Drive\, #500\, Debary\, FL\, 32713\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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UID:4064-1636966800-1637341200@sr-manual.com
SUMMARY:Marble and Stone Restoration Course: The Stone and Tile School
DESCRIPTION:Essential Marble and Stone Restoration Course\n \nLearn the art and science of stone and tile restoration with this Essential Marble and Stone Restoration training course. \nThis course is designed to give a strong foundation to those new or recent to the stone restoration industry. For the more seasoned contractors\, you’ll learn ways to improve efficiency and productivity. Get prepared for jobs in the real world with this intensive training. \nYour instructor will be Doug Nelson. \nThis course includes:\n\nMasking and protecting surrounding areas\nDetermining stone damage\nGrinding and honing\nFeathering\nBasic Repairs\nLippage removal\nTile removal and replacement\nHand grinding\nWorking with marbles\, terrazzo\, limestone and travertine\nPolishing floors to a beautiful gloss finish\nBringing floors to a honed finish\n\nClick here to learn more. To register\, call (407) 567-7680.
URL:https://sr-manual.com/event/marble-and-stone-restoration-course-the-stone-and-tile-school-24/
LOCATION:The Stone and Tile School\, 230 Springview Commerce Drive\, #500\, Debary\, FL\, 32713\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:Granite Floor Restoration - Surface Care PROS Learning Institute
DESCRIPTION:Course Overview\nThis course offers training for stone restoration contractors who are currently in the marble restoration business but have not yet mastered granite restoration. In this class you will learn basic granite restoration and granite polishing processes for floors\, including how to determine whether the granite needs honing or polishing. Course topics also include determining granite damage\, lippage removal\, feathering\, sealing\, and more. \nCourse Curriculum\nGranite Restoration\n\nLIVE Granite Floor Restoration\nLIVE Instruction Recap\nReview Questions\n\nStain Care PRO\n\nStain Identification\nStain Removal\nFour Case Studies\nQuiz\nStain Care PRO Web and Mobile App Subscription\n\nResources\n\nEquipment List\nMBStoneCare Flyer\nStone Damage Chart\nWorksite Measurements Granite Floors
URL:https://sr-manual.com/event/granite-floor-restoration-surphaces-learning-institute/
LOCATION:FL
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:Countertops and Walls Restoration Course: The Stone and Tile School
DESCRIPTION:Countertops and Walls Restoration Course\nThis course provides intensive training on how to restore and refinish natural stone and quartz (engineered stone) countertops\, as well as walls and showers. \nYou will gain the knowledge you need to service your residential\, commercial\, and hospitality customers\, and provide a variety of services\, such as restoring hotel vanity tops and shower walls. \nThis course will prepare you to tackle these jobs with confidence. \nCourse Topics\n\nMasking and protecting\nProper equipment use\nRestoring the factory finish: honing\, polishing (granite\, marble\, quartz/engineered stone)\nCountertop seam repair\nMinor repairs\nStain removal\nSealing of countertops and shower walls\n\nTo register\, call (407) 567-7680.
URL:https://sr-manual.com/event/countertops-and-walls-restoration-course-the-stone-and-tile-school-24/
LOCATION:The Stone and Tile School\, 230 Springview Commerce Drive\, #500\, Debary\, FL\, 32713\, United States
CATEGORIES:Training
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SUMMARY:2026 Stone and Tile Inspection and Troubleshooting Seminar
DESCRIPTION:This seminar is perfect for restoration and installation contractors\, as well as architects\, building engineers\, and maintenance staff who deal with stone and tile installation and restoration. \nThe stone and tile troubleshooting program is a full 4 days with the certification test on the last day. The program is only offered once per year and the class size is limited. The cost of the class is $2500 per person. \nThe comprehensive course covers: \n\nThe geology of stone\nUnderstanding the structure of different kinds of stone and materials\nIdentification of stone and tile types\nQuarry techniques that affect the final product\nProduction of tile and slabs\nFabrication and installation requirements\nPhysical and chemical testing\nStone and tile forensic investigation\nDiagnosis of problems\nStone and tile restoration\nRepair and replacement\nStain removal\nTroubleshooting\nReport writing\nExpert witness testimony\nSlip resistance\nLaboratory testing\n\nOne day will be spent in the field examining failures. For further information and to register\, fill out our contact form or call (321) 514-6845. \n 
URL:https://sr-manual.com/event/2026-stone-and-tile-inspection-and-troubleshooting-seminar/
LOCATION:FL
CATEGORIES:Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Fred Hueston":MAILTO:fhueston@gmail.com
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260429T170000
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UID:9786-1777449600-1777482000@sr-manual.com
SUMMARY:Glass & Metal Alliance Symposium
DESCRIPTION:This symposium bridges innovation in the architectural glass and metal sectors. It is highly relevant for offices focusing on commercial glass polishing and metal cladding restoration\, offering sessions on workforce development and the latest in glazing technology.
URL:https://sr-manual.com/event/glass-metal-alliance-symposium/
LOCATION:FL
CATEGORIES:Training
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260917T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260917T170000
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SUMMARY:New Jersey Stone Summit
DESCRIPTION:Part of the Natural Stone Institute’s regional education series\, this one-day “Town Hall” style event focuses on local market trends and technical stone problems. It is a more intimate\, hands-on environment than the massive national expos\, ideal for deep-diving into stone-specific challenges.
URL:https://sr-manual.com/event/new-jersey-stone-summit/
LOCATION:195 Prospect Plains Rd | Monroe Township\, NJ
CATEGORIES:Training
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