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FAQs
Is there any maintenance to Granite, Marble, and Quartzite?
Aside from cleaning up after use with dish soap and water, no. Do not use any chemicals, vinegar or abrasive cleaners on your natural stone. With a lot of misinformation on the internet we often are asked about regular maintenance of applying of stone sealers. When you purchase your stone from a reputable stone retailer they will seal your stone upon installation. Typically, natural stone should be resealed 15-20 years, if ever again with a good quality stone sealer.
Is Quartz a natural stone and how is it different than natural stone?
Natural stone is 100% natural, earth made and naturally unique. Quartz is man made with petro chemicals, pigments and crushed aggregates of natural stone. Patterns are manufactured and look the same.
Can I reseal my natural stone myself?
Yes, you certainly can as it is not an arduous task. The application is applied much like a furniture polish. Depending on type and finish of your stone, you are best to contact your natural stone supplier for expertise on high quality sealers.
Will my natural stone stain?
All natural stone, if not properly sealed with a good quality sealer has the potential to stain. Buying your stone from a reputable and experienced stone supplier will guarantee they are knowledgeable with sealing natural stone. Sealing stone makes it impervious to liquids or foods that could potentially stain.
Will my natural stone chip or scratch?
Natural stone, in particular Granite, Marble, and Quartzites are the most durable of building materials on the market. Remembering that stone is essentially a rock from nature is good to keep in mind that above and beyond average countertop use, these stones are extremely hard, and resilient. However, if you are faced with a scratch, on Marble it will disappear over time from the daily use and wiping down. Or rather, it can be polished or honed away immediately by a natural stone professional. If a chip occurs, keep the piece and contact our natural stone expert to fix it.
More info can be found on the FAQ page of our website.
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