Stone & Tile Restoration

There are several methods of sealer application. Most sealers can be sprayed on, mopped on or applied with a lamb’s-wool applicator. I prefer the lamb’s-wool applicator because it prevents streaking. Before choosing a method of... Read More

Unfortunately, most polyurethane finishes require strong solvent-based chemicals for removal. Methylene-chloride strippers as well as a number of safe strippers are available, but be forewarned: removing polyurethane is a messy job. I know several... Read More

Cigarette burns will leave a yellow nicotine stain, which can be difficult to remove. The heat from the cigarette can also melt the stone. The melting damage can only be repaired by honing the marble. The yellow nicotine stain can be removed by... Read More

Wax build-up on a vertical surface can be difficult to remove, since most strippers will run. Janitorial supply stores do offer spray-on baseboard wax removers that work very well; since they are applied as a foam, they will cling to vertical... Read More

The spotting can be caused by dripping toilet bowl cleaners, which can etch the marble surface. As of this writing there are no sealers that will prevent acid etching. I would suggest purchasing a non-acidic bathroom bowl cleaner, available at most... Read More

Removal of rust on terrazzo will typically require both a powder poultice and a commercially available rust remover. Iron-Out mixed with a plain poultice powder works well. You may also want to try using the Iron-Out alone, mixing it into a paste and... Read More

This depends on several factors, including how often the shower is used and what type of sealer was originally applied. After identifying the product, refer to the manufacturer’s recommendations. If water is no longer beading on the shower... Read More

This is a difficult problem, since water is usually required to refinish marble, and water will warp the wood. But there are several options. First, consider refinishing the marble using dry abrasives, such as sanding screens; these will create dust,... Read More

Marble and granite can certainly be mixed in various patterns on a floor. Different finishes, such as honed and polished, can also be mixed. While these combinations can be very attractive, their maintenance and eventual restoration must also be... Read More

V-edge is a term used by professional stone refinishes to describe the shiny edge that may remain after polishing. V-edges result from uneven tiles. When the tile is polished, the polishing pad can not reach the lower edge of the uneven tile, and... Read More