There are several methods that can be used to remove spray paint from granite. Time is of the essence, the quicker you can remove the paint the less likely it will penetrate deeply into the stone. If the stone is polished, try scraping the paint... Read More

Q. Our dark granite counters are smooth but porous. No amount of cleaning, polishing, sealing leaves a lustrous, even finish. We have light granite counters in another home that clean and polish with no imperfections. Can they be refinished and... Read More

Q. Can one re-dye or darken Black Galaxy granite? Acetone did not remove any black coloring only a grey slurry during the honing process. A.  For additional help, contact your stone and tile restoration contractor. A sealer will need to be applied... Read More

Q. I put extremely microwaved hot vinegar and water on my natural stone and let it sit there, thinking it would clean it, but it discolored the stone badly. I imagine the only answer is to replace those tiles. What are your thoughts?    A. The good... Read More

Q. We have a stain on our granite top caused by a bag of peaches. The bag leaked and caused a stain in the granite. What do we use to make a mix to remove the stain?  A. The discoloration on your granite may be a stain, or it may be an etch. The... Read More

Q. I had granite countertops installed about five months ago. Yesterday, I noticed the granite had cracked all the way through on both sides of the undermounted sink. What caused this - was it improperly installed?     A. Cracks of this nature can... Read More

Q. There are dark areas on my new granite seat in the travertine shower stall. I've been trying to dry out the areas with a fan and a hair dryer over a week, but they haven't returned to the normal color. How long should I wait for the... Read More

Q. I have a granite table with a lacquer finish that has been removed. With the use of silica sand to smooth it and Clorox and water to clean it, the grey, silver and black faded to a much lighter color. I heard to darken it, you can use a dye resin.... Read More

[Fabrication Company] installed Kashmir Gold granite kitchen countertops in our home and the surface tops are yellowed and the bullnose edges are without yellow. We complained immediately during installation and they promised that their polish would... Read More

Q. My honed black granite looks streaky, (from sealer application). How do I remove the sealer or do I need to re-sand the stone? A. You may have to call in a stone restoration professional on this. But first try this: Pour some acetone (the kind you... Read More