It is not necessary to hone a polished stone prior to applying a poultice but honing will open the pores of the stone allowing for increased dwell time of the chemical.
TIP If you hone the stone before applying the poultice make sure that the stone is throughly dry before polishing. If not the stone can develop a permanent darkening or lighten.
Article ID: 926
Created: February 4, 2026
Last Updated: February 4, 2026
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