Why is my natural stone flaking?

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Flaking (also called spalling) in natural stone is generally an indicator of sub-florescence, a condition in which mineral salts are carried into the stone by moisture and accumulate beneath the stone’s surface. This article will inform you about this condition.

BEYOND STONE SOLUTIONS NAMED ACCREDITED DRY-TREAT™ APPLICATOR COMPANY

Tempe, AZ Beyond Stone Solutions, a surface care and restoration company servicing the greater Phoenix metro area that specializes in natural stone cleaning, repair and refinishing as well as sealing and protecting, has announced that they have earned the designation as a DRY-TREAT Accredited Applicator company.

I’m Sorry, I Think You Mythunderstood Me

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It’s kind of funny what people who should know better will say about common stone failures or issues. Over the past several years, we have heard many stories about the reasons stone will fail, turn color, fade, and so on. Many are funny and most are just plain false. Here’s a sampling you may enjoy.

Preventative Care Tips

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Here are some easy to follow precautionary tips from the PROS for preventing damage to your natural stone floors and countertops during holiday festivities.

The Sensitive Side of Granite

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We usually think of etching as a problem unique to marble, but it isn’t all that uncommon to see etching occur on granite as well

Cleaning Your Travertine Shower

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Because travertine is a porous natural stone, it does require regular maintenance to keep it looking clean and preventing mildew from forming.