Since natural stone is porous, it is susceptible to staining. Using a sealer will not prevent stains; it provides reaction time to clean your stone. If Stockett installed your material it was sealed before it came to our facility, once after we fabricated it and again when we installed it.

To preserve the longevity of a natural stone installation it is very important to protect it with a proper sealer. All natural stone are porous (granite less than ? % water). As long as we have an absorption factor, stone will stain and deteriorate over time since the regular tap water used in maintenance contains salts, minerals and chlorine -which are all detrimental to natural stone.

Answer: No, sealing natural stone is something a homeowner can easily do. The product is a liquid that is applied to a clean, dry countertop with a soft cloth. After the sealer is generously applied to the surface, the excess is removed with a dry cloth, and the countertops should be allowed to dry. Check the back of the sealer to determine when the countertops will be ready for normal use. Drying times can vary between 24-72 hours.

The products are cast in moulds using a technique process that replicates existing colours and textures with meticulous detail. Each colour and texture has its own blend of ingredients producing the look and feel of natural Stone.

A - Sealing the stone is not required. However, use of a high-quality, "breathable" concrete sealer will reduce water penetration into the stone. Breathable sealers will allow water that does absorb into the stone to come out. Breathable sealers will extend the life of the product by reducing freeze/thaw stress and blocking contaminants from entering the concrete. CAUTION: Sealers will have varying impact on color. A sample should be tested before applying to your project.

No, it is not necessary to seal stone. However, we do it to all countertops because the sealer provides great benefit. It is recommended that the countertops be sealed at least once a year, if not sooner depending on usage. There are many good sealers on the market. By taking simple precautions and performing regular cleaning, your countertops will bring you lasting enjoyment.

Since mineral surfaces are quite porous they absorb liquids, which may result in discoloring and staining. Although there are many commercial grade products available on the market which may bring the stone to its original luster, taking simple precautions and regular maintenance can save a lot of trouble and cost. All marble and granite tops are sealed in our shop before they are installed.

Cast stone is a man-made material. Cements and aggregates are combined and molded into a variety of building products for use as pavements, walling, and ornament. It deteriorates in the same way as concrete. Natural stone is millions of years old, formed in the earth under enormous pressure. Although it costs more initially, It is more durable than cast stone and is a wise investment in the long term.

Natural stone is produced by mother nature, while engineered stone is man made. Natural stone mainly comes from quaries where the stone is cut out of the Earth. Engineered stone is composed of crushed natural stone bound together by acrylics.

Natural stone is nature's timeless art. It lends strength to its surroundings by evoking a classic and unique feeling. It invites luxury into your home while still being affordable.

Click here for our Care and Cleaning Guide. You'll appreciate that natural stone requires minimal care. Simply use warm water or neutral PH cleanser. Never use an acid-based cleanser, chemicals or abrasive on your stone. Natural stone will not stain easily as long as it is sealed and maintained properly. Click here for our Care and Cleaning Guide.

Do not use vacuum cleaners at natural stone surface. The metallic appliances may scratch the surface. Too much use of cleaners or soap may leave some spots. Use non acidic soap, solution of ammonia water or mild cleaners to clean your natural stones.

Natural Stone comes from around the world. Various types of stone, in myriad colors and textures, are found in different countries. Much of our granite comes from Brazil, India, Saudi Arabia, South Africa. Marble is mostly from Italy, Spain and Turkey. Slate is imported from Brazil, India and China. Soapstone is imported primarily from Brazil, while limestone comes from Spain, Portugal, Mexico and Brazil.

Having been a General Contractor in both the new and remodel market, natural stone is a tremendous investment. Two things sell homes: Kitchens and Master Baths. Nationally, the payback for remodels on Kitchens and Master Baths is over 90% return on your investment. In Tulsa, where Granite prices are less expensive than the national average, your investment will be even better.

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 as if cutting on a piece of wood. It is suggested that cutting boards be used on marble surfaces, as well as soapstone and sandstone surfaces to prevent damage to those stones (and also used on granite, to prevent dulling of your knives).