Restoring and refinishing of marble, granite and stone is an art. Stone restoration involves "Honing" which eliminates the scratches and etching that dulls the stone surface. Small diamond pads which are used for abrasive purposes. They start from #46 up to 8500 grits, The diamond eliminates the scratches. A polishing compound and a buffing pad are used to apply friction to bring the natural refraction of marble, granite, and stone.

Stone should be restored and polished if scratches appear on the surface. Restoration will eliminate any scratches or dullness. This should be done every seven (7) years, depending on traffic patterns, if needed. Oil and Grease- These can be removed by mixing mineral spirits or methyl chloride and a poultice which can be purchased at a hardware store.

Dust mop or vacuum your marble, granite and stone first on a regular schedule. Wet mop your floor with a safe neutral stone detergent. To keep stone and grout surfaces dirt free, always use a clean string cotton mop. Never place glasses or bottles that contain acidic beverages, plants directly on stone. Always use a place mat or glass clusters to avoid glass rings from glasses, perfumed bottles, coffee, etc.

Natural stone is nature's timeless art. It lends strength to its surrounding by evoking a classic and unique feeling. It invites luxury into your home and yet is extremely affordable.

Beautiful ? Natural stone is heat resistant, stain, chip, crack, and scratch resistant. It comes in many color schemes. Stone does not clash with anything, but instead reflects its surroundings. In fact, natural marble and granite stone is just plain spectacular. Adds Property Value ? When it comes to cost, natural stone might at first glance seem to be more costly than alterative flooring or countertops. But natural stone is the only type of surface that retains 100 % of its value.

Granite is a very hard natural igneous rock formation of visibly crystalline texture. It was once molten and formed as it cooled deep within the earth. It consists primarily of of quartz and orthoclase or microcline. Minerals within granite generally appear as small flecks throughout the stone, creating a "salt and pepper" look. Other types have veining similar to marble. Granite is a dense-grained, hard stone. It can be highly polished or finished in a variety of other ways.

Yes. I seal it with a carnuba oil and beeswax. This helps prevent the natural process of oxidation which over time can give a rock a dusty look. Rocks that are frequently handled will not need any upkeep. However, a rock that simply sets on a shelf in time needs to be polished. This polish combination is available wherever fine furniture wax is sold.

Marble and granite are porous materials and therefore, are subject to staining if not maintained properly. In granite, the same porosity that allows for staining also allows for easy stain removal. In most cases, stains can be prevented by quickly wiping the spill. If a spill is left overnight, especially if the liquid is grease, oil, coffee, or wine the granite will usually darken. To remove the stain, a poultice should be applied, which may pull out the stain from the granite.

Concrete offers a unique hand crafted, custom finish that is not possible with other materials. The colors, textures, and finish are unique and each piece is an original. Concrete is also very durable, heat resistant, timeless, and environmentally friendly.

Often this depends on the extent and type of injury. There have been remarkable strides in orthopedic surgery over the last 25 years, developing procedures that are "anatomic". That means the surgeon will, as nearly as possible, "fix" the injured structure to restore the original anatomical configuration. However, all surgical procedures will create scar tissue and some structures may need to be removed or replaced.

No. However, Phylrich does allow you to purchase a sample of our marble/onyx that has already been shaped. You can then take it to your stone fabricator to use as a template to match the size & shape with your own stone.

Both stones are different in hardness. Granite is highly dense material and highly durable. As compare to granite marble is less hard. But Marble has a variety of colors. Granite composed deep inside the earth and marble is formed from sediments. Both have good durability. Both stones can use in residential and commercial places.

Yes, in most cases granite & marble can be repaired. With the use of colored epoxies, most cracks or blow-outs can be filled and left almost invisible.

Most granite & marble installations require at least one seam, depending layouts. We do our best during templating and stone layout to avoid seams. If a seam is required, we make sure that it is no larger than 1/16" and are colored to match your stone. At CSC we brand our company on custom stone fabrication, so we avoid french miters which are seams that are created in the corners of L-shaped countertops.

The main difference between granite and marble is that granite is a highly dense material composed deep inside the earth?s core while marble is formed from sediments under the seabed. Both solidify into stone after millions of years but the mineral composition of the two stones makes marble and granite react differently to various chemicals and household cleaners

Granite is a quartz based stone that is highly recommended for frequently used countertop areas. Granite varies in color and hardness and is an excellent product to use on kitchen countertops. Marble is a much softer stone than granite and therefore prone to scratches and staining. It is often used in bathrooms or fireplace surrounds.

Granite is an extremely tough, durable material and in most cases can be used as a cutting surface without fear of scratching the stone, although repeated cutting on granite may dull knives. Using marble as a cutting surface will result in scratches and a dulled finish; for this reason marble in a kitchen countertop application is usually used in a honed (matte) finish.

A sealer is applied to a finished product to minimize the potential for staining (usually re-applied every 3 to 6 years depending on the stone and use). To prevent staining you should wipe up spills as quickly as possible. Acidic or oil-based products can be particularly damaging to marble.

There are several variables that affect the pricing of granite and marble. The material is priced by the square foot and these costs are dependent on the product's standard availability and the origin of material. The edge profile is priced by the linear foot. Additional costs, such as cook top or sink cutouts, fabrication costs, and special requests are priced separately. Although included at Vesta, some manufacturers alsol charge additional amounts for sealing the stone.

Although both are stones and both are quarried from the earth, granite and marble (and marble's relatives - limestone, onyx and travertine) are very different from each other. Granite is formed deep in the earth's mantle at extremely high temperatures, and is a very hard, resistant stone made of crystallized minerals. The marble family - limestone, travertine, marble, and onyx - starts out as sediment - animal skeletons and shells, plant matter, silt - at the bottom of bodies of water.

Limestone and Marble show subtle veining and movement. They are sedimentary rocks composed primarily of calcium carbonate and so are sensitive to acids. Marble derives from the Latin “marmor” which means “to shine,” so marbles are hard limestone's that accept a polish well. Granites are harder rocks of volcanic origin and are not acid sensitive.

Consumers who are less familiar with the material characteristics choose marble according to its visual sophistication. It totally depends upon time the material delivered. Color pattern can be different at the time of delivery. Even a single marble and granite slab may posses color variation from one end to the other. But interior designer and architects view it as an advantage. Granite is more durable and hard natural stone for kitchen counter tops.