Expert Answers in stone

ANSWER – There isn’t a document that I am aware of on where to store marble tile.  Although some rule of thumb recommendations are to store the tile on its edge, if it isn’t prone to…

ANSWER – Any time you adjust something there is always a chance that something will get damaged.  I think any stone countertop installer would make that disclaimer just in case something goes wrong.

ANSWER –  I am responding to your email below regarding the serious issues you have with your marble on board your yacht that include large areas of floors, sink tops, and walls.  You indicate that…

ANSWER – Most natural stone materials are heat resistant in terms of being near a wood stove. Although if something very hot is set on its surface causing a thermo shock it could crack. The…

ANSWER – Slate is not a stone product that is polished or normally has a sheen due to the nature of the material.  There are enhancer sealers that will highlight the stone to bring out the…

ANSWER – There are special latex cleaners that are sold such as Bostik “Hydroment Remove” cleaner.  Generally speaking a very light acid solution using sulfamic acid or even diluted vinegar with some scrubbing can remove a…

ANSWER – Generally speaking importers or quarries don’t provide MSDS info (Material Safety Data Sheets) or product data sheets for stone.  Some will have product data sheets showing the respective ASTM physical properties, but not…

ANSWER – If the ceramic tile is already installed there is no way to fully waterproof the floor after the fact, unless you replace the tile and install a legitimate waterproof membrane during the replacement…

ANSWER – You indicated you installed a 1/2″ thick limestone over CMU (concrete block) and have not grouted it yet.  Apparently there are dark stains on the surface of the limestone showing that have not gone…

ANSWER – If the black spots on the creama marfil tiles were installed in that condition and appear to be a mineral component of that stone then it would be assumed that is characteristic of…