tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-53300733127962539952026-02-25T00:15:50.636-08:00Stone Advise | Granite Tile | Granite | Marble | Marble Care | Stone IndustryStone Advise, Granite Tile, Granite | Marble | Marble Care | Stone IndustrySearchfordatahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01543718901836474682noreply@blogger.comBlogger1377125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5330073312796253995.post-44873134439379965982015-05-01T09:38:00.002-07:002015-05-01T09:38:23.803-07:00many tiles are either powdering or flaking Hi, The original owner of my home (I'm the third) installed slate tiles outside on a base of concrete, I believe. I'm not sure what kind of slate it is, but it's dark grey with some brownish hues.  Anyway, the slate doesn't seem to be weathering well in some areas.  On the covered front porch, many tiles are either powdering or flaking (with thin, Searchfordatahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01543718901836474682noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5330073312796253995.post-4899023518627561142015-05-01T09:38:00.001-07:002015-05-01T09:38:16.875-07:00Is slate in general hard to upkeep? I saw the perfect color of tile that I have been looking for on ebay.  It is called African Gold Slate Tile.  Can you give some advice on this type of product?  Is slate in general hard to upkeep? Thanks for your help, Penni Searchfordatahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01543718901836474682noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5330073312796253995.post-5940366237912600172015-05-01T09:38:00.000-07:002015-05-01T09:38:07.464-07:00The panels have grease stains from food I bought a dining room set that has blue slate panels in it. The panels have grease stains from food.  I was advised to remove the stains with soapy water containing detergent with a degreaser. That made the spot worse. It is now dark in that area and is worse than before. How can I get the slate cleaned Beverly Brooks IT Security Specialist Government Accountability Office 441 G St. Searchfordatahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01543718901836474682noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5330073312796253995.post-77529077671202207812015-05-01T09:37:00.001-07:002015-05-01T09:37:55.929-07:00problem Im facing is getting a professional finish Hi there I wonder if you can help I have recently installed a natural slate tile floor in our bathroom, I am pretty competant when it comes to cutting and laying the tiles so in general I am pleased with the job, however the problem I am now faced with is getting a professional finish. The tiles lack polish even after using tile cleaner and sealer and the black grout has now gone very Searchfordatahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01543718901836474682noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5330073312796253995.post-25989332482427038182015-05-01T09:37:00.000-07:002015-05-01T09:37:50.279-07:00Cementing slate paviors Hi I have a large garden patio which was paved in fabulous Welsh slate two summers ago. I'm very pleased with it but the upstands, that run around the edge keep coming away from the concrete of the patio. I have tried to effect a repair with the Nicobond exterior tile adhesive (the tilers used this stuff) but now all the upstands have 'peeled' off. Can you recommend a good cement for a permanentSearchfordatahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01543718901836474682noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5330073312796253995.post-51666548627079485032015-02-14T00:51:00.001-08:002015-02-14T00:51:08.048-08:00black honed slate countertop   This is a question for an expert regarding problems with slate countertops. I would be eternally grateful if one of your panelists could advise me how to remove lemon/lime stains from my black honed slate countertop..............I have tried using the fine screen mesh, warm water and dishwashing liquid methods which reduced the stains slightly, however I am hoping that there is a Searchfordatahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01543718901836474682noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5330073312796253995.post-62661827559176016262015-02-14T00:51:00.000-08:002015-02-14T00:51:02.378-08:00granite patio table top I and my wife recently purchased a round 44" patio table with a granite top.  It is Garden Treasures Classics product from the Java line.  The table top appears to be granite "tiles" grouted into a mosaic of concentric circles.  We have purchased a good quality PVC cover primarily to keep it free of outdoor debris.  What kind of treatment and/or maintenance does this type of Searchfordatahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01543718901836474682noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5330073312796253995.post-36874351288929505882015-02-14T00:50:00.002-08:002015-02-14T00:50:56.890-08:00Wine stains Help! Have spilled red wine onto what looks like a sandstone fireplace. I know that's not much to go on, but it's all i really know about the stone, apart from the fact that it is sandy coloured and red wine stains it! It is my parent's fireplace, and dad will be pretty grumpy about it tomorrow.. not suprisingly. I have tried supermarket stain removals that we have.. but was hoping that you Searchfordatahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01543718901836474682noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5330073312796253995.post-21231847755461624692015-02-14T00:50:00.001-08:002015-02-14T00:50:49.427-08:00How can stones be cleaned of lichen growth? We live in Colorado on 6 acres with lots of local sandstone. My wife has the idea to collect this stone and arrange with a local stonemason to lay a stone floor and build fireplace out of this local rock.  This seems very labor intensive.  Do you think we can find someone to do it.  How is sandstone for interior use, especially a floor.  Will it show stains, can it be Searchfordatahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01543718901836474682noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5330073312796253995.post-66998855492408018802015-02-14T00:50:00.000-08:002015-02-14T00:50:40.495-08:00sealant that will protect stone in chlorine pool  I am trying to educate myself on ways to clean and hopefully seal (if not possible, at least slow down) the efflorescence at the waterline of our pool.  The coping and waterline tile is sandstone and within 2 years has developed a distinct and unsightly white line.  The advise I have received so far is if power washing with acid doesn't do the trick (and it hasn't) that glass Searchfordatahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01543718901836474682noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5330073312796253995.post-64532342288786722102015-02-09T01:06:00.004-08:002015-02-09T01:06:29.145-08:00sealing sandstone We have moved into a home with a backyard of Arizona sandstone.  It includes a salt water pool.  There are a few stones by the pool deck that are always peeling.  My concern is, if I apply a sealer it will only make the peeling in deeper layers.  Any suggestions on Product or application?  Cost is a factor.  There is over  1500 sq ft of flagstone. Searchfordatahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01543718901836474682noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5330073312796253995.post-21601506485772779982015-02-09T01:06:00.003-08:002015-02-09T01:06:22.772-08:00'dry-look' or a high-gloss 'wet-look' hello, I've perused thru your website, and at least now feel somewhat qualified to ask the right questions regarding sealing my new patio.  I live in Texas and just had an Arizona Buff sandstone patio installed.  To me, the question of whether or not to seal is not the issue.  What I'm concerned about is whether or not going with a wet-look sealer is appropriateSearchfordatahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01543718901836474682noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5330073312796253995.post-6834059107177781652015-02-09T01:06:00.002-08:002015-02-09T01:06:16.505-08:00I'm learning a lot from you professionals I'm learning a lot from you professionals. Thank you for your knowledge. I will need to stabilize and/or replace some "Moinkopi Sandstone" in Holbrook Arizona on an old building.  Is there any organization I could get in touch with that could teach me what I need to know, or that could help me with any testing that I would need to do?  I would really appreciate any information you Searchfordatahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01543718901836474682noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5330073312796253995.post-73584811601330306502015-02-09T01:06:00.001-08:002015-02-09T01:06:10.547-08:00sandstone statues Dear Sir/Madam, What can you paint on a sandstone statue to protect it from the weather if you want to put it in your garden? Regards Trevor Collins Searchfordatahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01543718901836474682noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5330073312796253995.post-44298126801599656062015-02-09T01:06:00.000-08:002015-02-09T01:06:03.973-08:00sealing sandstone I help maintain a resort/spa that has a lovely hot springs facility on the ocean. The floors are all sandstone - exposed daily to rain, showers, hot springs water and anything else that hundreds of people every day bring. It is not sealed and is in good shape, however the bathrooms are developing a problem because any urine that misses the toilet is soaked up by the stone and they are becoming Searchfordatahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01543718901836474682noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5330073312796253995.post-89715862482758160342015-02-06T21:54:00.002-08:002015-02-06T21:54:41.446-08:00what sealer should I use: or should I use any ? The entire surround of my house is in sandstone - need I say more !!!  I find the best way to clean it is with a karcher water blaster and it works excellent BUT, there is always a BUT isn't there ? what sealer should I use: or should I use any ? should I just continue using the karcher water blaster abut 3 times per year - it takes about 4 days to do all !!! I am concerend that the Searchfordatahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01543718901836474682noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5330073312796253995.post-9939554937007835402015-02-06T21:54:00.001-08:002015-02-06T21:54:35.702-08:00salt have a significant affect on the sand stone Hi - I have recently purchased my first home, a 1920's brick in Shaker Hts, OH - everything I've ever thought I wanted in a home, and more (I'm sure!!).  The front entry way has sandstone steps and landing, and during the winter months I put salt (the cheap stuff in a bag) on the steps and walkway to deter ice accumulation (trying to protect the mail person).  Does the salt have aSearchfordatahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01543718901836474682noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5330073312796253995.post-1087597494493892792015-02-06T21:54:00.000-08:002015-02-06T21:54:30.698-08:00Sandstone Base The 100 year old church I belong to has a sandstone foundation. Several years ago someone though it would be a good idea to white wash the sandstone. now the was hand stone is flaking off. We got a quote from one company that wants to "pin" a new face on the existing stone. Is ther anything elese we can do to restore the stone? Please reply to Brandon at crockb@hotmail.com Searchfordatahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01543718901836474682noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5330073312796253995.post-68131071790756085002014-11-14T03:09:00.001-08:002014-11-14T03:09:08.106-08:00rusty drops of water Advice requested:  It appears that our mason dripped some rusty drops of water from his tools onto our brand new sandstone hearth. I can't think of anything else it could be besides rust.  The hearth was gorgeous before the mason started clean-up phase.  What should I do to remove these stains?  Susan in Colorado Searchfordatahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01543718901836474682noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5330073312796253995.post-19227100937517802812014-11-14T03:09:00.000-08:002014-11-14T03:09:05.705-08:00excess mortar from Lyons(Colorado)sandstone patio How do we remove excess mortar from a Lyons (Colorado) sandstone patio, laid a month ago. The grout lines are fine, but the spill over besides the lines is unsightly. Should we sand, chisel, etch, or just let nature and foot traffic wear it off. Thanks, Lisa Searchfordatahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01543718901836474682noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5330073312796253995.post-16029853207097442002014-11-14T03:08:00.002-08:002014-11-14T03:08:56.536-08:00edges of the steps are sticky Hello We have sandstone laid in our living areas. It has been sealed by a professional company and is really effective. Problems is is that we put renters in our house for 12 months and they have stuck some sort of a double sided tape on our steps. Now they have gone and the edges of the steps are sticky with whats left. What can we get this sticky stuff off with that wont harm the sealer? Searchfordatahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01543718901836474682noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5330073312796253995.post-28664179682840882482014-11-14T03:08:00.001-08:002014-11-14T03:08:52.358-08:00recommend a sandstone cleaner Hi, I was wondering if you could recommend a sandstone cleaner. We have sandstone walls at our front steps and they are covered in moss. We have come across an acid based cleaner but we would like a kinder product. I look forward to your reply. Thank you. Searchfordatahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01543718901836474682noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5330073312796253995.post-72706609790099000412014-11-14T03:08:00.000-08:002014-11-14T03:08:12.233-08:00sandstone around our pool is peeling our sandstone around our pool is peeling i.e.breaking off in layers . what can we do. regards brian Searchfordatahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01543718901836474682noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5330073312796253995.post-46938656923861258542014-11-14T03:07:00.004-08:002014-11-14T03:07:58.626-08:00Ancient Egyptian statue made of pink limestone Hallo to your fasinating site. I have a question that you may possible be able to help with. A friend of mine has a fine piece of Ancient Egyptian statue that is made of pink limestone. He has asked me exactly where in Egypt the stone may have originally come from? He asked me as a geologist, but I am not clued up on Egyptian geology, all I know is going from north to south there reef Searchfordatahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01543718901836474682noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5330073312796253995.post-13375820345144298822014-11-14T03:07:00.003-08:002014-11-14T03:07:53.344-08:00smudges from installation that needs to be removed Good afternoon, In my new home we have a fireplace that is new also. The profile is light sandstone and we have the over mantel also. I would like to add a little color to the room and need to know how and what is best used. Also there are smudges from installation that needs to be removed. Any suggestions? The installers and distributor are clueless. Thanks, Paula Searchfordatahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01543718901836474682noreply@blogger.com0