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From Earth to You

By Surface Care PROS SupportIn ArticlesPosted May 29, 2024
From Earth to You

While you are looking at your stone, do you ever wonder where it comes from? Not just the country, but the steps necessary to go from earth to your home?

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The War on Shower Mold

By Surface Care PROS SupportIn ArticlesPosted April 30, 2024
Moldy Shower Wall

Battling stubborn shower mold? Check out these strategies for banishing mold from your stone and tile showers. Say hello to a cleaner, healthier bathroom!

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Grout Discoloration in Showers: Causes & Fixes

By Surface Care PROS SupportIn ArticlesPosted March 27, 2024
Discolored Grout in Shower

Discolored and damaged grout in your shower makes it look awful. Good news! You don't have to live with it. Here is what causes the problems and what to do.

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Why Is My Marble Turning Dark?

By Surface Care PROS SupportIn ArticlesPosted February 27, 2024
Marble Turning Dark

The darkening of marble can be attributed to many factors, including staining, environmental pollutants, natural aging, and inappropriate cleaning methods.

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Protecting Your Stone Surfaces

By Surface Care PROS SupportIn ArticlesPosted February 2, 2024
Natural Stone Protection

By taking these precautions, you can use your surfaces for years to come, without compromising the beauty and longevity of your cherished stone surfaces.

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Routine Maintenance for Travertine Showers – 7 Tips

By Surface Care PROS SupportIn ArticlesPosted December 27, 2023
Travertine Shower

We received a question recently asking for tips for maintaining a travertine shower. Here are 7 tips plus an important message about sealing shower floors.

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From Earth to Elegance: What Makes Marble Colors?

By Surface Care PROS SupportIn ArticlesPosted November 27, 2023
Color of Marble

Have you ever wondered how marble gets its gorgeous coloring? Once you understand how marble colors are formed, you’ll never look at marble quite the same.

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STONE TOPS: TO SEAL OR NOT? A Simple How-to Test

By Surface Care PROS SupportIn ArticlesPosted October 31, 2023
Stone Countertops

Not all stone countertops need to be sealed but most will benefit from the protection. Here's an easy test to know if yours needs to be sealed—or re-sealed.

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Essential Do’s and Don’ts for Natural Stone Care

By Surface Care PROS SupportIn ArticlesPosted October 9, 2023
Floor Dust Cleaning

To maintain the beauty and durability of your natural stone it's important to follow a set of simple do's and don'ts.

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How Steam Cleaning Affects Natural Stone

By Surface Care PROS SupportIn ArticlesPosted September 5, 2023
Steam Cleaning

On marble, granite, and other natural stone, steam cleaning can be harmful.

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