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Can Skin Soap Damage Natural Stone?

By Surface Care PROS SupportIn ArticlesPosted August 31, 2021
soap damage stone

With an abundance of skin cleaning products on the market, from bars and scrubs to foams and gels, knowing which ones to avoid using around your natural stone can be tricky. This article provides the details you need.

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Glossary of Natural Stone Finishes

By Surface Care PROS SupportIn ArticlesPosted August 4, 2021
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Choosing the right natural stone finish for your intended use is essential. Our glossary of finishes will help you understand natural stone finishes and what finish is best for your purposes.

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3 Tips for Comparing Stone Restoration Bids

By Surface Care PROS SupportIn ArticlesPosted July 1, 2021
3 Tips for Comparing Stone Restoration Bids

Choosing a stone restoration contractor by comparing bids based on price only can be a costly mistake. Here are three tips for comparing stone restoration bids.

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Removing Urine Stains and Odors on Natural Stone

By Surface Care PROS SupportIn ArticlesPosted October 25, 2020
Removing Natural Stone Urine Stains and Odors

Urine stains and odors can be difficult to remove from natural stone. Here are some step-by-step instructions for both urine stain and odor removal.

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Is My Stone Really Stained?

By Surface Care PROS SupportIn ArticlesPosted September 28, 2020
Moisture in Granite

We have received many calls regarding "staining," and in some cases the issue is not a stain at all. Here are some examples of stone problems that look like stains but are not actually stains.

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Is My Countertop Quartzite or Marble?

By Surface Care PROS SupportIn ArticlesPosted August 27, 2020
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Quartzite will not etch or scratch. If you have quartzite that is etched and scratched, it may actually be marble. This article explains the difference so that you can tell what countertop material you truly have.

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Top 10 Causes of Grout Turning Yellow

By Surface Care PROS SupportIn ArticlesPosted July 25, 2020
Why is my grout turning yellow?

Home and business owners and property managers have a common complaint about grout turning yellow. Read this article to learn about possible causes and solutions.

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Graffiti Removal

By Surface Care PROS SupportIn ArticlesPosted June 25, 2020
Graffiti removal

Removing graffiti on stone, tile, brick, or masonry? Put the pressure washer away. It can be problematic and/or ineffective. Read this article for guidance.

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How To Prevent Etching When Disinfecting Stone

By Surface Care PROS SupportIn ArticlesPosted May 22, 2020
Disinfecting Stone

This article offers sound advice on how to disinfect your natural stone without accidentally causing etch damage and what to do if you already have etch damage.

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How To Remove Pink Shower Film

By Surface Care PROS SupportIn ArticlesPosted April 27, 2020
Preventing Pink Shower Film

Have you ever noticed a slimy pink film form in your shower? This article explains what it is, how to get rid of it, and how to keep it from coming back.

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