Stone Care
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STONE CARE
At Surface Trends, we offer stone restoration and repair to rejuvenate your natural stone surfaces. Whether it’s floors, walls, countertops, or more, we have the expertise to bring back their original finish and make them look as good as new.
Our skilled artisans are well-versed in various techniques to refinish your stone to perfection. We can restore the natural beauty and charm of your stone with its original finish. Alternatively, we can refinish it to achieve a polished, matte, or leathered look, depending on your preferences.We can restore the natural beauty and charm of your stone with its original finish. Alternatively, we can refinish it to achieve a polished, matte, or leathered look, depending on your preferences.Â
Natural Stone Flooring
Marble and Limestone: Marble and limestone are elegant and sophisticated options, but they are more porous and susceptible to staining than other stones. To care for these surfaces, avoid acidic or abrasive cleaners, as they can damage the stone’s finish. Instead, use a pH-neutral stone cleaner and wipe up spills promptly to prevent staining. Regularly dust and sweep the floor to avoid dirt buildup, which can cause scratches over time.
Granite and Quartzite: Granite and quartzite are harder and more durable stones, but they still benefit from proper maintenance. Sweep and mop the floor regularly to keep it clean and use a stone-safe cleaner for deeper cleaning. Like marble and limestone, avoid acidic substances and harsh chemicals to maintain the stone’s natural shine and luster.
Different Finishes
Polished Finish: Polished stone surfaces are shiny and smooth, enhancing the stone’s color and patterns. To care for a polished surface, regularly dust, sweep, and mop with a stone-safe cleaner to maintain its luster. However, be cautious with polished marble floors, as they may require re-polishing periodically to remove etching and restore their shine.
Honed Finish: Honed surfaces have a matte or satin appearance and are less prone to showing scratches and etching than polished surfaces. Similar to polished finishes, regular cleaning with a stone-safe cleaner is essential to preserve their appearance.
Leathered Finish: Leathered surfaces offer a unique texture that is both stylish and forgiving, as it hides fingerprints and watermarks. Routine cleaning with a stone-safe cleaner will help maintain the leathered surface’s beauty.
Sealing Different Stones
Marble and Limestone: Due to their porosity, marble and limestone benefit from regular sealing to prevent staining and etching. Apply a high-quality impregnating sealer every six months to a year, depending on the stone’s usage and exposure.
Granite and Quartzite: Granite and quartzite are less porous and may require sealing less frequently, typically every one to three years. However, the frequency may vary based on the stone’s porosity and the specific sealer used.
In conclusion, caring for stone surfaces involves understanding the specific needs of each material and its finish. Regular cleaning with stone-safe products, prompt spill cleanup, and appropriate sealing are essential practices to maintain the beauty and longevity of your stone flooring and surfaces. Following these material-specific protocols will ensure your stone remains a stunning and enduring addition to your space.
STONE CARE
Polished Finish: Polished stone surfaces are shiny and smooth, enhancing the stone’s color and patterns. To care for a polished surface, regularly dust, sweep, and mop with a stone-safe cleaner to maintain its luster. However, be cautious with polished marble floors, as they may require re-polishing periodically to remove etching and restore their shine.
Honed Finish: Honed surfaces have a matte or satin appearance and are less prone to showing scratches and etching than polished surfaces. Similar to polished finishes, regular cleaning with a stone-safe cleaner is essential to preserve their appearance.
Leathered Finish: Leathered surfaces offer a unique texture that is both stylish and forgiving, as it hides fingerprints and watermarks. Routine cleaning with a stone-safe cleaner will help maintain the leathered surface’s beauty.
Natural Stone Flooring
Marble and Limestone: Marble and limestone are elegant and sophisticated options, but they are more porous and susceptible to staining than other stones. To care for these surfaces, avoid acidic or abrasive cleaners, as they can damage the stone’s finish. Instead, use a pH-neutral stone cleaner and wipe up spills promptly to prevent staining. Regularly dust and sweep the floor to avoid dirt buildup, which can cause scratches over time.
Granite and Quartzite: Granite and quartzite are harder and more durable stones, but they still benefit from proper maintenance. Sweep and mop the floor regularly to keep it clean and use a stone-safe cleaner for deeper cleaning. Like marble and limestone, avoid acidic substances and harsh chemicals to maintain the stone’s natural shine and luster.
Different Finishes
Polished Finish: Polished stone surfaces are shiny and smooth, enhancing the stone’s color and patterns. To care for a polished surface, regularly dust, sweep, and mop with a stone-safe cleaner to maintain its luster. However, be cautious with polished marble floors, as they may require re-polishing periodically to remove etching and restore their shine.
Honed Finish: Honed surfaces have a matte or satin appearance and are less prone to showing scratches and etching than polished surfaces. Similar to polished finishes, regular cleaning with a stone-safe cleaner is essential to preserve their appearance.
Leathered Finish: Leathered surfaces offer a unique texture that is both stylish and forgiving, as it hides fingerprints and watermarks. Routine cleaning with a stone-safe cleaner will help maintain the leathered surface’s beauty.
Sealing Different Stones
Marble and Limestone: Due to their porosity, marble and limestone benefit from regular sealing to prevent staining and etching. Apply a high-quality impregnating sealer every six months to a year, depending on the stone’s usage and exposure.
Granite and Quartzite: Granite and quartzite are less porous and may require sealing less frequently, typically every one to three years. However, the frequency may vary based on the stone’s porosity and the specific sealer used.
In conclusion, caring for stone surfaces involves understanding the specific needs of each material and its finish. Regular cleaning with stone-safe products, prompt spill cleanup, and appropriate sealing are essential practices to maintain the beauty and longevity of your stone flooring and surfaces. Following these material-specific protocols will ensure your stone remains a stunning and enduring addition to your space.