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I’m sorry, I think you mythunderstood me

It’s kind of funny what people who should know better will say about common stone failures or issues. Over the past several years, we have...

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Cleaning New Carpets: Dispelling a Common Misconception

Some very well intentioned people advise that it's a good idea to delay cleaning a new carpet as long as possible. But, is this really...

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Often-Overlooked Cause of Stone Damage

Many people use stone-safe cleaning products but still mysteriously end up with chemical stone damage anyhow. How does this happen?

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A History of Carpet and Rugs (Infographic)

Ever wonder how rugs and carpeting became so prevalent in our culture? We cut the rug, roll out the red carpet, sweep things under the...

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The Sensitive Side of Granite

We usually think of etching as a problem unique to marble, but it isn't all that uncommon to see etching occur on granite as well.

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Removing Water Stains: Fighting Water With Water

Make water stains and rings on cushions and upholstery disappear by fighting tap water with distilled water.

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Cleaning Your Travertine Shower, Yonkers, NY

Because travertine is a porous natural stone, it does require regular maintenance to keep it looking clean and preventing mildew from forming.

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The Case for Colored Grout

Grout is a major focal point of any tiled surface, so it's no wonder colored grout is becoming a design element all by itself.

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Do you Know When it’s Time to Clean your Carpets?

How often should I clean my carpets? We hear this question a lot. Read this article to give you some general rules of thumb for...

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