Q. Can an impregnator be used to waterproof stone? A. Not exactly. An impregnator will make the stone water resistant, but it will not make it waterproof. Impregnating sealers are designed to penetrate the surface and fill the microscopic pores... Read More

Q. How do you remove rust stains from a terrazzo floor? A. Rust stains, or iron oxidation, on terrazzo can be frustrating, and sometimes, surprisingly complicated to remove. While Iron-Out or similar products can be used in a poultice to draw out the... Read More

Q. Can Black Galaxy granite be re-dyed or darkened?  A. Technically, yes, you could attempt to re-dye or darken Black Galaxy granite, but it would not be advisable. Granite is a very dense natural stone, which means it doesn’t absorb liquids,... Read More

Q. I have laid kota stone on all my stairs and corridor doors. After installation, there were a few stains on the paint and concrete while laying stones. As we didn’t know how to clean the stone, we used thinner and acid to remove those stains.... Read More

Q. We have 4 chocolate stains on our natural stone hearth. The stains have been there just a few days. We got off the actual chocolate and tried to clean the stain with a window surface cleaner. It helped but the stains remain. How should we proceed?... 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. We have hair line scratches in our granite vanity countertop that looks like it has just scratched the seal and not the stone. Will acetone remove the sealer so we can verify, fix, and reseal the area? Also what acetone would be recommended for... Read More

Q. How would I remove a WD40 stain from an unsealed limestone hearth? A. Limestone is a very porous natural stone that tends to absorb oils and liquids quickly. Removing stains like WD40 from limestone requires both patience and the right method to... 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

Q. My bathroom needs to be stripped and resealed. A contractor sealed brand new travertine with a water-based sealant, and it has turned the beautiful tile into a mess. I have 160 sq. ft. on the floor, 100 sq. ft. on shower walls, and 28 sq. ft. on... Read More