Q. Some lime juice got spilled on my Bluestone table top and it left a big dull spot. Is there anything I can do to bring back the shine?   A. Maybe. If the etch is severe (deep to the point that it looks and feels rough), then you will need to... Read More

Q. How do I remove melted wax rings from candles on a Bluestone outside fireplace mantle?   A. Bluestone is porous, so the candle wax has made its way into the pores of the stone. This will need to be removed first, and then if any staining has been... Read More

Q. How do I remove a candle wax stain on bluestone? A. Here are the full instructions for candle wax stains: To remove candle wax that melted into the pores of the stone: Use a hot clothing iron (preferably one you don’t mind getting wax on)... Read More

Q. I have a bathroom counter that is bluestone. Before it could be sealed a bottle of liquid hand soap was put on the surface forming a ring. Also several drops of soap were dropped on the surface causing spots. What is the best method for removing... Read More

Q. How do I remove pet discolorations on my bluestone hearth that did not come clean with mild soap / water/ scrubbing? A. The answer to this question depends on what caused the discolorations. Bluestone can becomes discolored by pets in various ways... Read More

Q. What is the easiest way to remove oil stains on blue stone walkway? A. Since your question is about exterior stone, we will assume that the oil is from a vehicle engine. While different oils have different properties, the initial treatment... Read More

Q. Apple juice stain on bluestone patio that has not been sealed. Stain is new. A. Fresh organic discolorations on bluestone are almost always removable, especially when they’re addressed immediately. Good thing you’re tending to the... Read More

Q. We just finished the installation of our walkway with bluestone 4 weeks ago. However, on almost every piece of the stone, there are different shapes and sizes of water stains like footprints or footballs on them and never go away even in the dry... Read More

Q. I have a bathroom counter that is bluestone. Before it could be sealed a bottle of liquid hand soap was put on the surface forming a ring. Also several drops of soap were dropped on the surface causing spots. What is the best method for removing... Read More

Q. Some lime juice got spilled on my Bluestone table top and it left a big dull spot. Is there anything I can do to bring back the shine? A. The great news is that in most cases, natural stone can be restored to look like new. Unlike marble,... Read More