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Stone Care TipsNothing compares to the elegance and beauty of natural stone.It delivers both unmatched beauty and practicality making it an investment you will never regret. But once you have it, how do you take care of it? The truth is, with very little effort, your natural stone will give you years and years of low maintenance service. Download our free Stone Care Guide for great tips and information. Includes Stain Guide, How-To's and more. Download and print our extensive free Stone Care Guide and refer to this page to arm you with everything you need to know about caring for and maintaining your natural stone and tile. Essential Care Instructions For Natural StoneCleaning Procedures & RecommendationsGeneral Cleaning Clean stone surfaces with a cleaner designated safe for natural stone. Use a clean mop on floors and a soft cloth for other surfaces for best results. Don't use more than the recommended amount of any cleaning product. Too much may leave a film, causing streaks. Change rinse water frequently. Do not use products that contain lemon, vinegar or other acids on marble, travertine or limestone as these can etch the surface of the stone. Do not use scouring powders or creams; these products contain abrasives that may scratch the surface. Floor Surfaces (For newly installed/restored floors, refer to our Care Guide for important instructions.) Dust mop interior floors frequently using a clean non-treated dry dust mop. Sand, dirt and grit do the most damage to natural stone surfaces due to their abrasiveness. Mats or area rugs inside and outside an entrance will help to minimize the sand, dirt and grit that can scratch a stone floor. Be sure that the underside of the mat or rug is a non-slip surface. Do not use vacuum cleaners that are worn, the metal or plastic attachments may scratch the surface. Consult the Care Guide or the Solution Center at stoneandtilepros.com that provides detailed instructions on properly caring for your floors. Bath and Other Wet Areas In the bath / shower or other wet areas, soap scum can be minimized by using a squeegee after each use. Consult the Care Guide or theConsult our Care Guide or the Solution Center at www.stoneandtilepros.com for detailed instructions and recommended products on how to remove soap scum as well as resolving other issues that can arise in a bath area. Counter/Vanity Top Surfaces Clean your countertops daily with a soft cloth or paper towel and a residue free cleaner designated safe for natural stone. Visit theConsult our Care Guide or the Solution Center at www.stoneandtilepros.com to identify the best products for your particular needs.
Outdoor Pool & Patio Areas In outdoor pool, patio or hot tub areas, flush with clear water and use a mild bleach solution to remove algae or moss. Do's and Don'ts
Stain Treatment and Other IssuesIf possible, immediately blot spills with a clean paper towel. If something has soaked into the stone and stained it, a poultice may need to be applied. Consult our Care Guide or the Solution Center at www.stoneandtilepros.com for detailed instructions on how to treat a host of possible stains as well as resolve other issues. SealingYour natural stone and grout may need to be periodically sealed. For small jobs, you can purchase the product and do it yourself, or contact us to perform the service for you. Consult our Care Guide or the Solution Center at www.stoneandtilepros.com for more information about when and how to apply sealer.
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