Standards stone Testing

How to differentiate granite by grade/quality?

ANSWER - It is very difficult to differentiate granite let alone any other stone. People in the trade through experience may be able to notice key characteristics by looking, but even then it is…

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Ceramic and Porcelain Tile selection

What is the product difference for ceramic and porcelain tile?

ANSWER - Porcelain tile is a type of ceramic tile. Ceramic tile is a clay body tile that is a composition of water and clay or a mixture of clay and other ceramic materials mined from…

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How do I finish the edge of marble so it shines?

ANSWER - There are several ways to treat the exposed edge of a marble. Most commonly the edge can be ground to a rounded bullnose edge and polished. Or at a lower expense you can…

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Ceramic and Porcelain Tile sealers

Is there a finish for countertops to give a glazed smooth surface?

ANSWER - Ceramic tile is not made with the intentions of it being coated or painted. There are many different types of ceramic tile, but I will assume you have glazed ceramic tile on your…

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Ceramic and Porcelain Tile sealers stone

Seal or not seal tile, particularly porcelain tile?

ANSWER - Sealers are normally only recommended for very porous ceramic tile and stone to minimize staining and to make it easier to maintain the product. With caution, sealers can be applied to more dense…

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How is Tumbled Stone supposed to be treated?

ANSWER - Tumbled stone comes in many different types of stone. Some stone is more porous and are unfilled types of stones such as travertine. People have different preferences on how they treat the stone.…

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