Apr 8, 2022 | Tips & Articles
Granite is a composite of magma and different kinds of minerals such as quartz, feldspar, amphiboles, and mica. The mineral mica is found in a lot of granite, and it is one of the things that gives granite a shimmery shine in certain places. Whether you already have...
Mar 10, 2022 | Tips & Articles
Are Natural Stone Floors Slippery? We’ve all seen “SLIPPERY WHEN WET” signs posted at entry ways of industrial, commercial, and retail properties. Falls are completely avoidable, yet incredibly common. Sadly, they are the second leading cause of...
Feb 2, 2022 | Tips & Articles
The Appearance of Stone Can (and Can’t) Be Altered Natural stone, a restorable surface material, is complex in comparison to restorable man-made materials, such as engineered stone, solid surfaces, and concrete. Unique as a snowflake or a fingerprint, natural...
Dec 30, 2021 | Tips & Articles
THE SURPRISING USES OF MARBLE Ingestible Countertop Material? Most people are familiar with the idea that marble is used for countertops, floors, walls, statues, and decorative items. In the following article from Fred M. Hueston, Chief Technical Director for Surface...
Dec 6, 2021 | Tips & Articles
How to Remove Ring-Shaped Marks on Marble Here is a question people commonly ask us: “What causes ring-shaped marks and white spots on marble?” Questions like these usually follow: “Is there a product I can use to get rid of this type of...
