Saturday, December 5, 2009
portrait artists
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discoloration to marble from fireplace heat
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pet portraits uk
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Friday, December 4, 2009
KUBIX STONE- ERP Package for stone industry
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Toxicity of Rainforest Green/Brown
Other than that, the impression I get is that the rainforest (serpentinite) won't scratch (?) and isn't as easy to stain as marble. We would really like to use it in a kitchen, but would rather find out now if there is something I am getting wrong about this stone.
Thanks for any comments!
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Many chipped edges on new marble foyer floor tiles
Almost all of the tiles have small chipping along the edges that makes the edges look "rough" but this is not the worst thing. The big problem is that about 50% of the tiles (both the crema marfil and black) have chips that extend into the face of the marble. These chips range from 1/8" to 1/4" and several tiles have multiple chips.
The tile provider has told us that these chips are normal and part of the "natural beauty" of a hand cut marble tile floor. It honestly doesn't look that way to me, but I would really like to be fair so I am seeking other professional opinions on how acceptable this is.
We have tried adding grout (black grout for black, color-matched grout for the crema marfil) but the grout is very visible and doesn't solve the look problem in my view.
I know that I could hone the marble (its highly polished now) and that would probably make it much less visible, but would also detract from the otherwise stunning effect of the floor.
So, what is an acceptable level of chipping? At what point should I insist on a redo?
hardwater stains
Thursday, December 3, 2009
Looking for cream limestone by Cesarstone
We need a 50 inch x 60 inch piece. Any idea where to find this as a remnant??
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Sealing a wine cellar floor...Scabos
I've searched this site to see if anyone has previously asked this question...I can't find anything.
I'm just completing the installation of a wine cellar in my basement. We have used Scabos as the floor covering.
All of the information that I have read about sealing stone in wine cellars / painting wine cellar walls have said to use only water based sealants.
The contractor who is installing the stone has told me that it doesn't really matter if the sealant is water based or not.
Does any member have any experience with sealing stone in wine cellars, and if a water based sealant is the way to go, could you supply me with any brand names? (as I'm having difficulty finding any up here in Canada)
Thanks!
Jaff
Travertine marked by shower cleaning product
What type of chemical in the cleaner would have caused this? Is there a way to remove these marks?
What is the best way to clean travertine tiles.
White marks in small cracks of marble floor
BASEMENT STONE WALLS
my husband and a friend are talking about doing something to our basement walls. they are stone (my husband says limestone) anyways, they are talking about cleaning them by either sandblasting or powerwashing them. I would like some advice as to which method would be the best way. they want to clean them because the stuff is coming off (kind of gritty stuff).
thanks,
Chinix
Wednesday, December 2, 2009
Marks appearing INSIDE granite
stains on marfil
zev
Stain or Dye granite?
I've looked all over and haven't found much, other then negative references to "doctored stone". Does anyone know of a possible solution besides buying a new slab to replace it?
Current color looks like this....
Marks appearing INSIDE granite
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
Fountains - To seal or not to seal in hostile apps
Travertine Filler for Shower Walls
We have purchased unfilled, very light-colored travertine for bathroom floors, to surround soaking tub, & for shower walls.
It is GORGEOUS & has beautiful, natural pocks, some quite large, which we love! However, only afterward did we find out that for this wet environment, the pocks should be filled due to mildew concerns. We put our tile installer on vacation until we find out the truth. He was laying it as is--UNFILLED & unsealed--then was going to only seal it.
Another *expert* examined the area only to say that the unfilled travertine in the shower would not pass inspection if we sell the house, since it would / will grow black mildew. I'm afraid to invite anyone else in for a third opinion! I don't believe that CERTIFIED TRAVERTINE EXPERTS exist, so who to believe? Obviously the expert right here!
1) Can we fill the pocks in the travertine that is already laid vertically & horizontally? (No grout or sealer has yet touched our BEAUTIFUL stone, thank goodness.)
2) If so, what filler should be used for this wet environment? I read that a latex would be best? (If that's completely wrong, sorry...)
3) After filling with the appropriate travertine filler that is best for wet environments, should we or should we NOT seal? I believe the answer is NOT??? (Just making sure...)
4) I want to keep the area perfect & use the proper products for bath floor & shower wall (sealed or unsealed) travertine. What, how & how often?
This is a wonderful learning experience...just glad we're asking BEFORE any damage is done!
Thanks SO MUCH in advance,
Traver_Tina
ps. my name really is Tina
Vessel sink
Fountains - To seal or not to seal in hostile apps
The overall question is related to sealing. I understand Maurizio has a pretty strong and straightforward answer for natural stone outdoors and it makes sense. But what about in applications either submerged or regularly exposed to water, and also what about concrete?
What I have learned:
The concrete fountain industry overwhelmingly recommends sealing their products.
What I agree with:
Considering that many of these items are painted or stained (whether or not that is smart in the first place is a different debate,) a sealer applied and reapplied annually prolongs the inevitable fading of the finish. Also, properly applied sealer stops or slows down freeze damage. Some customers simply will not winterize their fountains, and the sealer seems to penetrate or at least hold together the very fine layer that would otherwise crumble and expose the aggregate underneath when the ice collects on the edges or finer points. But in a constant submersion environment, especially with water beating down in places, it quickly "goes away." So, it isn't armor, but it helps, kind of like wax on a car I guess.
What I dont agree with:
A panacea solution. "Just seal it" is the mantra from the people selling it, but not actually experiencing it. If it works on their garden gnomes, it must work on their fountains. Sealer is not waterproofer how they make it sound. Only the most labor intensive way of applying a sealer will make it even close to how they (fountain retailers) say it will work. This means two or 3 coats on each piece before assembly (you will not get 100% coverage of the inside of a bowl after there is a pedestal placed in the center.) And during assembly minimizing abrasion where pieces are moved into place. Easier said than done. As an installer, we can do it, but forget a first time customer doing this. For that matter, many customers who purchase concrete have somewhat of a budget and are not willing to pay us the extra 3 to 6 hours and wait for an extra day for the above mentioned process. So we have resolved ourselves to passing on the recommendations from the manufacturer to the customer to limit liability, and hope for the best. :( If they can't get reliable sealing close to where the problem area is, the water will migrate from the uncovered spot and cause the damage anyway.
The only time we have ever made anything 100% waterproof is by applying a firestone rubber liner (ugly) or elastomeric (less ugly) to the inside of a basin on a larger job. This is not practical aesthetically and near impossible on a $2000 or less 3-teir generic fountain where every piece is small, curved, and visible and tiling over will not work.
I am still experimenting with this. Now, onto new territory for me:
LIMESTONE
How can I be the best possible option for the customer when it comes to limestone fountains? I would like to carry my knowledge forward, but limestone, and other natural stone is a different beast. As mentioned, I have read Maurizio's posts along with some other people who at least appear to be experts and once again, I would say I agree for the most part about outdoor stone. But my applications involve fountains of solid limestone block mortared together in either a constantly submerged (in the basin) or heavily exposed to water otherwise. Seal just the inside? Seal inside and out? Don't seal at all???
The manufacturer recommends a brush/spray on liquid (they cannot include in the containers shipped to U.S.) but it sounds like any other "penetrating" high V.O.C. sealer. They say inside and outside and reapply once per year. Sounds familiar to me!
If this was a concrete basin, I could apply any of the tools in my bag of tricks to COVER the inside with a 100% waterproof membrane and go home knowing there will never be a call-back. But when the original integrity of the stone under all that water has to be maintained, what now? I am beginning to think that if they want it to be so natural like days of old, than they had best prepare for the problems of that time ... water migration at grout lines, effloressence/mineral deposits where the water sneaks out, etc.
One more thing, FREEZING damage. I would think a sealer is important. I have personally seen 4 limestone statues (four seasons ladies) where each one had a small part of her face fall off over two years of freeze thaw here in Seattle area. Granted they were above a water pond, but not directly exposed.
After all that crap above, it is a lot to chew on so let me summarize:
In spite of the prevailing opinion for outdoor stone, what about my fountain applications?
Concrete fountains:
1. Seal or not for (a) finish protection and (b) freeze protection
Limestone fountains:
2. Sealant for (a) waterproofing (submersion or otherwise) and (b) freeze damage.
I bill myself as the local expert in my area, and if I am going to do so that means going beyond repeating something I read in a flyer or what someone heard from their dad's cousins foundation layer's son's fountain salesperson. These people depend on me. End consumers and up the food chain. I recieved phone calls from two contractors for the same job 600 miles away about how to handle an install in their area. Help me back up what I say and put an end to this debate!
Thanks!!!
honed slate is gritty to the touch
Monday, November 30, 2009
spilled oxycleaner
granite crack
Thank you! Myron
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black slate
have been sealed. I live in New Hampshire and in the winter, wet boots
often end up on the slate floor. At these locations, there is a horrid whitish - greyish-yellowish discolouration that is immune to any ordinary cleaning matters. Really unatrractive.
What would you suggest?
Kathryn
Caledonia granite
Sunday, November 29, 2009
only 4 days old &stained? Jerusalem Gold
Have a beautiful Jerusalem Gold countertop installed and only used it for 4 days. Everything done was on top of butcher blockes and other surfcaes. No spills, havn't even used any oil? no cleaners at all-yet I have strange dark marks with no appearant shape and lines in many areas. I don't know what to do? I called the fabricator and they said they sealed it with colour enhancing sealant? I am asking them to come out-what should I say to them?
+I am having my floor installed this Saturday- same material-but it has not been sealed at all. Tumbled tiles-please someone let me know how to protect this material and keep it safe?
Thank you for your time.
wax from tealight candle
Thank you.
VEIN LINE IN LIMESTONE TREAD?
HE HAS TRIED ACID WASH TO DULL IT, BUT IT IS STILL A LITTLE VISABLE.
IS THIS TRUE THAT A FURTHER CRACK WON'T DEVELOP?
CAN IT BE DULLED OUT SOMEHOW?
what kind of soap to use now?
Travertine
Saturday, November 28, 2009
What type of stone to buy?
Bordeaux cracks NATURAL?
cracks in my granite counter
I need to know is this normal? My installer said maybe I put the soap dispenser on too tightly or he thought we could have stepped on that area. Neither is true. Is it normal for the stone to take up to 3 weeks to crack? How should it be fixed? It is my first experience having granite and I don't want to believe what he tells me I need to know what is right.
?Tile? Shower is dirty looking
My concern is my tiled shower. it was there when I bought the place so I have no idea what type of tile it is. Any way you can help me identify it? The shower sides are a smooth, tan color, the shower floor is a more textured tile in the light tan color range. Grout lines in there are maybe 2 toothpicks wide. I have unknowingly hung a Tilex auto cleaner that I spray each time I get out. And have scrubbed intensely on the floor with soft scrub to try and get rid of the dirty look it has. I made it look a little cleaner, but still looks dirty.
Venetian Gold Granite Tile Countertops-seal?grout?
After reading some of your advice I find that I am clearly a tile/stone idiot. I know nothing and would really like personal advice
Any help you can give will be greatly appreciated.
Friday, November 27, 2009
Red Bordeaux
how do i refinish marble that had lemon juice etch
Any idea of hoe to regain the color/finish? Marble polish did not help.
Juparana Delicato stain & possible damaged finnish
Too Much Sealant
Watermark Etch Stains on Absolute Black Granite
I have an absolute black dining room table that is approximately 6 - 8 months old. Used only about a handful of times. I have 2 marks that are really light in color and look like the bottom of a drinking glass. My husband called the granite place numerous times and they said the company they buy from would have sealed the granite so that staining should never happen and its probably some chemical! They were supposed to come and look at the problem twice and have blown us off. From what I have been reading everywhere, you are not supposed to seal absolute black granite!!!! I really would like to remove the etching and if possible use some sort of color enhancer.
Warmly,
Jennifer L. Loganathan
Thursday, November 26, 2009
Granite dealer/installer wanted in Medford OR area
Best way to seam white carrera marble?
The stone is a very white carrera, with minimal grey veining. The installer mixed up and showed us a few different colors of epoxy from solid white, to slight grey, to grey and we chose the light grey since it most closely matched the color of the stone. Unfortunately, once it was all said and done, the seam stood out quite prominently. The installer came back and tried a second color of grey epoxy, but the seams still stand out. We steered clear of the pure white since it seems to turn yellow/rust colored once dry.
Are there other options for doing the seam? Could we cut out the epoxy somehow and fill it instead with a clear, clean grout? Would that look more like the stone than a fake, plasticy looking grey epoxy? Are there crushed marble products that we could put into the seam as a filler? Any new, better products/techniques for putting a seam into a white-ish stone? Any sites/resources that have step-by-step instructions for the best way to hide a seam?
Appreciate any help you might be able to offer!
Thanks,
Matt
ACID RAIN STAIN ON GRANITE HEADSTONE
ACID RAIN STAIN ON GRANITE HEADSTONE
Another name for Island Dream?
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
Flag stone
Volga Blue Granite/Backsplash
counters with Volga Blue granite. We have recently put down Piemme Canyon
Sand tile on the floor, have stainless appliances with oak cabinets. A few
concerns...do you see a "clash" between the floor color and Volga Blue or do
you consider it to be a nice contrast? Secondly, we are at a total loss for
a color scheme for a tiled backsplash...the last thing we want is a
"neopolitan icecream cone" look!
Greatful for your advice.
HELP!! How to clean tumbled marble
travertine
Previous comments have been made about the need to seal the tiles. My question, is there any reason I couldn't dunk them in sealer before I start? I think this would be a better way to insure all the little crevices and caves would get adequately treated.
Second question. I don't want to get grout in all the surface features, and I have never used a grout "pastry" bag. Is there any reason I couldn't cover the tile faces with tape of contact paper, then grout with a float then uncover?
Thanks in advance.
sealer enhances and gives a true matte finish
our installer used lithofin /sims to protect and enhance without a sheen, but I don't know what else on top of that was used to seal the floors.
The installer is now long gone, nowhere to be found, and its 2 yrs later, and we need clean and to reseal all the floors- we can actually now see traffic patterns on the stone!!!.
What product/products do you recommend that
will give us protection ( ENHANCEMENT IF WE NEED TO STRIP WHATS ON THE FLOOR) with a MATTE finish and that definitely wont add sheen?
Thank you in advance for your recommendation.
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Goldie Polished Slate Tiles
The Goldie Polished Slate tiles we saw are very smooth and even on top, and looked almost like granite tiles. The storeowner said they had a natural sealer on the tiles, not a color enhancing sealer.
We would like to use this slate tile in our powder room, in a full bathroom (which is between two offices and will not be used as a typical bathroom), and on the walls in our entry hall as a wainscott.
In searching through your website I did not find any postings regarding this type of smooth polished slate, but I did read many of the postings about regular slate.
a) Do you have any information on this type of polished slate tile? Is a polished slate tile more durable than typical slate? Any details you have would be appreciated.
b) For our use, would you steer us away from using this material? If so, why?
c) Any special recommendations for maintenance and care of polished slate? It is just my husband and I that will be living in the home. We have no children, no pets, and do not wear shoes in the house.
d) From reading many of the posts on slate, I see slate is not recommended much, especially in bathrooms. I am curious as to why, and would the same issues be applicable to polished slate?
Thank you so much for your help!
Goldie Polished Slate Floor Tiles
The Goldie Polished Slate tiles we saw are very smooth and even on top, and looked almost like granite tiles. The storeowner said they had a natural sealer on the tiles, not a color enhancing sealer.
We would like to use this slate tile in our powder room, in a full bathroom (which is between two offices and will not be used as a typical bathroom), and on the walls in our entry hall as a wainscott.
In searching through your website I did not find any postings regarding this type of smooth polished slate, but I did read many of the postings about regular slate.
a) Do you have any information on this type of polished slate tile? Is a polished slate tile more durable than typical slate? Any details you have would be appreciated.
b) For our use, would you steer us away from using this material? If so, why?
c) Any special recommendations for maintenance and care of polished slate? It is just my husband and I that will be living in the home. We have no children, no pets, and do not wear shoes in the house.
d) From reading many of the posts on slate, I see slate is not recommended much, especially in bathrooms. I am curious as to why, and would the same issues be applicable to polished slate?
Thank you so much for your help!
suspect fault in granite worktop
Limestone-Crema Bello
Australian Pearl Marble
In checking out the Marble Institute of America's guidelines for the care of natural stone, they make mention that resin-treated stone may or may not go well with sealers, depending on the type of resin that was used, and whether the sealer is compatible with it.
Our fabricator said they would use a solvent-based sealer on it, and that as the customer they would recommend I repeat the treatment once or twice a year.
a) Any information regarding Australian Pearl Marble that has been double-resined and vacuum processed will be greatly appreciated.
b) Does the double-resin process eliminate the need for a sealer? Our intention is to squeegee and towel dry the shower after each use as we do now with our fiberglass unit. Do we need to extra careful about drying the marble areas, or does the resin treatment itself lend a good amount of protection from water issues?
c) One of our shower shelves had some small surface scratches in it, which the fabricator is going to remove before installation. For future reference, is resined marble that easy to scratch? Can minor surface scratches be fixed by a homeowner? Does removal of the scratch also destroy the integrity of the resin feature?
d) Our stone is highly polished, but there are small lines and shapes on our stone, which do not have a gloss to them, and are matte in appearance. They correspond with actual lines/marks of the stone itself, and do not appear to be damage. We are curious as to why the stone is glossy everywhere on the surface, except where there are these little squiggles and patches that are matte. It almost looks like there is something smeared on the stone, but indeed it is the stone itself. Is this typical for this type of stone?
Thank you in advance for your help with my questions.
Monday, November 23, 2009
Marble Veneered Porcelain Tile
Limestone tiles
Limestone- Grey stains
Any ideas?
stains
The best way to obtain the natury stone method
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Sunday, November 22, 2009
new marble floor
sealer & crystallizing. He has never heard of oliophobic-resistant to oil based stains. The marble has a shiny finish but there are marks left by the carpenters. Spills that when wiped up,left dull marks.
He talked about putting acid on the marks? What,is that good? He is coming next week to do the floors. Is there a right and wrong way to seal or crystallize? I am really in a panic,any help would be greatly appreciated!
Champagne Ivory Granite?
What about sealing and care?
Thanks for any suggestions!
Travertine
Cleaning natural limestone
travertine--polish or hone
Saturday, November 21, 2009
water stains on Black Pearl?
Does anyone have any ideas?
I can provide pictures if needed.
Thanks in advance,
Bryan
make a travertine table
Help, I didn't seal my sandstone before grouting
Mike
granite installation industry standards
I've recently had my kitchen remodeled. I'm not happy with the craftsmanship and installation of the granite countertops. To name the worst examples:
1. the island piece is ½ inch off center.
2. The laminated edge 'seam', which I believe should be as unobvious as possible, has a consistent black line at the seam that is pretty visible throughout.
3. The L shaped counter starts out with a distance between the edge of the granite to the cabinet at 11/16 and gradually increases out at the corner of the L shape to a difference of 1 inch. (total difference of 5/16 from one end to the other)
In my opinion these items are substandard and not acceptable but the installer claims they are within industry standard. Is that correct or am I just expecting too much? What are the industry standards for these specific issues? Can I ask him to replace it if it can't be fixed to my satisfaction? I'm trying to be fair and reasonable. Please advise. Thanx.
mlab
Deep Purple?
Friday, November 20, 2009
Information on granite worktops fabrication
I was wondering if anyone could help me here?
I recently wrote an article (a very basic article) on the the subject of manufacturing granite worktops and wanted to write a follow up article that went into a lot more depth.
In my new article, I would like to cross-reference other material, but I can't seem to find articles or sites that provide in-depth information on this subject and was wondering if anyone here has an idea of where to look for such resources?
Any help would be most appreciated. Other than referencing magazines, journals and technical books, I would also like to include references to online material, other than that offered in conjunction with the already mentioned material sources.
I hope to speak to you all soon...
Alan
Limestone Maintenance
Antique Slate Clock cleaning/restoration
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Kashmere Gold
Thursday, November 19, 2009
sent black wax to rub on stain on star galaxy?
stains on older granite
Granite Cranes
Has anyone got any experience in operating those large cranes at granite and stone quarries? I wrote an article recently on how stone gets from quarry to kitchen for granite worktops and want to write a follow up article that looks at people who have actually worked at these quarries, so getting some insider knowledge would be really helpful.
Anyway, if anyone can help this would be super!
Cya
black galaxy granite
Water Stains on a Cordoso Granite Countertop
Cordoso Granite
Wednesday, November 18, 2009
Muriatic acid
Verde Agave Granite for Countertop?
lots of mini scratches on new granit
After the contractor finished our kitchen and he told us he sealed it , I cleaned the granite (Santa Cecilia) with water and cotton rag. I could see lots of mini scratches all over the top and the back splash also it is not as shinny as I expected too .. Any Advice?
MICHELETTI GANG SAW
we have bought a MICHELETTI GANG SAW from Italy and i am looking for an instruction manual, wire diagrams and hydraulics diagrams as we have problems with the machine. Also if any one knows about these machine and think they can help us please send us an email to: mtp_marble@bigpond.com
Thank you
Michael Digianni
MICHELETTI GANG SAW
we have bought a MICHELETTI GANG SAW from Italy and i am looking for an instruction manual, wire diagrams and hydraulics diagrams as we have problems with the machine. Also if any one knows about these machine and think they can help us please send us an email to: mtp_marble@bigpond.com
Thank you
Michael Digianni
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Granite Memorial and building product
We have specialized in memorial and buidling materials for many yeas.
So pls feel free to let us know if you have any question.
We would like to reply all of you.
Pls see our website:www.ouyichina.com
Benjaming
Email:ouyichina6@gmail.com
4X4 Marble Slab
When he died, about 15 years ago, I was able to procure one of the slabs, mostly for the nostalgia of the work I did for him as a youth.
I brought the slab home, eased it onto the earth in the back yard, and there it has remained until now.
My wife and I now want to restore it, and make a coffee table with it, but you can imagine the condition it is in. What do you suggest?
Cracked granite
Rust stains
Arizona Sandstone
So, as a front porch material, will I have to guard against people tracking red sand into the house? is that really a problem? And does its high porousness make it more susceptible to erosion and breaking down after installation?
I assume it will stain fairly easily. Should I treat it with anything to prevent against staining?
And finally, will it get slippery when wet? It seems to be non-slip, but a good rain might make it slippery/
I do not live in the Southwest. I live in Maryland, but I love the stone and would love to use it. I am just not sure that it would be the right choice.
Any advice would be much appreciated.
Monday, November 16, 2009
Paradise Blue Granite & Azul Macauba Marble
I have since read articles that state that Blue Paradise granite should not be installed in or around a high moisture area. It is also recommended that this granite be sealed with an impregnating sealer (I'm not certain if this means that it can then be installed in a high moisture area.) I have read the same thing about the Azul Macauba.
I'm so worried that this so expensive granite and marble should not be in my new bathroom at all. Am I being mislead about this? Thanks so much for your help.
Stone and marble
China Zenger Stone Company is a manufacturer and exporter of granite, marble, tiles,mosaic,fireplace , tofindstone, etc.
The products we supply include:
1) Granite Marble Tile , Slab, Cut to Size and Random size with flamed (or blamed first ,then brushed), polished, Bush-hammered, Sandblasted , etc. We specialize in supply china wood vein marble products,which is excellent materials to make tabletop,counter top,handrails,floorings and wall decorations due to its unique wood vein.
2) Countertop, Vanity, Bar tops, Marble faucet,Island top, Bath Tub, Sink. These are for Public area, Restrooms, Kitchen, Garden.
3) Slate, Sandstone, Limestone,Curbstone,Cultural Stone,Pavers. This is Natural products for wall and floor!
4) Tofindstone, Fireplace, Medallion, Mosaic, Sculpture,Fountain and any building, decoration stone.
Skype:zenger1230
Gmail:zengerstone@gmail.com
wood vein marble tiles
It is excellent materials to for wall and flooring decorations due to its unique natural wood vein.
Size: 15*
Thickness:
Surface: acid,polished
Packing: wood crates
We can also supply antique ,black,grey, golden,purple,green,yellow wood vein marble.
http://www.china-stone-marble.com
laying travertine pavers
swimming pool surround
I am building a house in Hawaii and am planning on buying the stone from China or Bali. I am going to Xiamen in a few weeks to look at stone. I have been reading your forum and see that many stones don't work properly around a swimming pool. Would you please recommend the best stone for around a swimming pool?
Please, please and please.
Thanks,
Linda
Sunday, November 15, 2009
granite for Kitchen
Saturnia Marble
Does it have to be sealed - just once, or regularly?
Is it more porous and soft, or less, than other marble?
Where does it come from (in US or other country)?
water stains
thanks
some type of skim coating over limestone
Uba Tuba water spots
Saturday, November 14, 2009
saturnia marble
What are the specific characteristics of Saturnia, as distinct from other types of marble? Does it have to be sealed - just once, or regularly? Is it more porous and soft, or less, than other marble?
MB Stone Information
While this is of course a time of change here at MB Stone, we felt it our responsibility to let all of you who were loyal to our company and to Maurizio for so long know that the MB Stone line of quality stone care products remains the sole property of MB Stone. Any information you may hear or receive claiming otherwise is patently untrue. For as long as it has existed, the principle upon which Maurizio founded MB Stone was the idea that honesty and integrity were paramount in business and in life. As such, if and when we choose to make any changes, we will announce so here, openly. At this time, the entire MB Stone product line remains available through this site and through our numerous professional distributors. Any other product claiming to be MB Stone or other company claiming possession of our formula is not only lying, it is attempting to mislead a trusting community by exploiting a horrible situation. Each of us who knew Maurizio knew that this was the very sort of unprofessionalism which he spent his career uncovering.
We thank you all for you continued support.
Sincerely,
MB STONE
Granite in Shower, Need Cleaning Advice!
MB Stone Information
While this is of course a time of change here at MB Stone, we felt it our responsibility to let all of you who were loyal to our company and to Maurizio for so long know that the MB Stone line of quality stone care products remains the sole property of MB Stone. Any information you may hear or receive claiming otherwise is patently untrue. For as long as it has existed, the principle upon which Maurizio founded MB Stone was the idea that honesty and integrity were paramount in business and in life. As such, if and when we choose to make any changes, we will announce so here, openly. At this time, the entire MB Stone product line remains available through this site and through our numerous professional distributors. Any other product claiming to be MB Stone or other company claiming possession of our formula is not only lying, it is attempting to mislead a trusting community by exploiting a horrible situation. Each of us who knew Maurizio knew that this was the very sort of unprofessionalism which he spent his career uncovering.
We thank you all for you continued support.
Sincerely,
MB STONE
MB Stone Information
While this is of course a time of change here at MB Stone, we felt it our responsibility to let all of you who were loyal to our company and to Maurizio for so long know that the MB Stone line of quality stone care products remains the sole property of MB Stone. Any information you may hear or receive claiming otherwise is patently untrue. For as long as it has existed, the principle upon which Maurizio founded MB Stone was the idea that honesty and integrity were paramount in business and in life. As such, if and when we choose to make any changes, we will announce so here, openly. At this time, the entire MB Stone product line remains available through this site and through our numerous professional distributors. Any other product claiming to be MB Stone or other company claiming possession of our formula is not only lying, it is attempting to mislead a trusting community by exploiting a horrible situation. Each of us who knew Maurizio knew that this was the very sort of unprofessionalism which he spent his career uncovering.
We thank you all for you continued support.
Sincerely,
MB STONE
Friday, November 13, 2009
findstone Update
While this is of course a time of change here at findstone, we felt it our responsibility to let all of you who were loyal to our company and to Maurizio for so long know that the findstone line of quality stone care products remains the sole property of MB Stone. Any information you may hear or receive claiming otherwise is patently untrue. For as long as it has existed, the principle upon which Maurizio founded findstone was the idea that honesty and integrity were paramount in business and in life. As such, if and when we choose to make any changes, we will announce so here, openly. At this time, the entire findstone product line remains available through this site and through our numerous professional distributors. Any other product claiming to be findstone or other company claiming possession of our formula is not only lying, it is attempting to mislead a trusting community by exploiting a horrible situation. Each of us who knew Maurizio knew that this was the very sort of unprofessionalism which he spent his career uncovering.
We thank you all for you continued support.
Sincerely,
Laura Bertoli
findstone Update
While this is of course a time of change here at MB Stone, we felt it our responsibility to let all of you who were loyal to our company and to Maurizio for so long know that the MB Stone line of quality stone care products remains the sole property of MB Stone. Any information you may hear or receive claiming otherwise is patently untrue. For as long as it has existed, the principle upon which Maurizio founded MB Stone was the idea that honesty and integrity were paramount in business and in life. As such, if and when we choose to make any changes, we will announce so here, openly. At this time, the entire MB Stone product line remains available through this site and through our numerous professional distributors. Any other product claiming to be MB Stone or other company claiming possession of our formula is not only lying, it is attempting to mislead a trusting community by exploiting a horrible situation. Each of us who knew Maurizio knew that this was the very sort of unprofessionalism which he spent his career uncovering.
We thank you all for you continued support.
Sincerely,
findstone
findstone UPDATE
While this is of course a time of change here at findstone, we felt it our responsibility to let all of you who were loyal to our company and to Maurizio for so long know that the MB Stone line of quality stone care products remains the sole property of MB Stone. Any information you may hear or receive claiming otherwise is patently untrue. For as long as it has existed, the principle upon which Maurizio founded MB Stone was the idea that honesty and integrity were paramount in business and in life. As such, if and when we choose to make any changes, we will announce so here, openly. At this time, the entire MB Stone product line remains available through this site and through our numerous professional distributors. Any other product claiming to be MB Stone or other company claiming possession of our formula is not only lying, it is attempting to mislead a trusting community by exploiting a horrible situation. Each of us who knew Maurizio knew that this was the very sort of unprofessionalism which he spent his career uncovering.
We thank you all for you continued support.
Sincerely,
findstone