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Crack or Fissure? What’s the Difference?

Sometimes these "cracks" in natural stone countertops are not cracks at all, but fissur...

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Pets… and Clean Carpets, Too!

If you have pets, maintaining clean, fresh, and inviting carpets and interior textiles ...

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How To Remove “Water Rings” On Polished Marble

We are frequently asked, "How can I remove water rings on my polished marble?" This art...

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High Alkaline Substances Can Etch Natural Stone

Many natural stone owners are aware that acids like vinegar, lemon, etc. can cause etch...

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Reoccurring Carpet Stains

Have you seen stains disappear with professional cleaning, then reappear once your carp...

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How-To Video: Stone Stain Removal

See Fred Hueston, Chief Technical Director of Stone & Tile PROS, demonstrating how to m...

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How Improper Installation Complicates Carpet Cleaning

Did you know that the quality of carpet installation can affect the quality of carpet c...

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Stone Impregnating Sealers in Wet Conditions

Should stone in wet conditions be sealed? In the following article, industry expert, Fr...

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Thyme Oil Uses

Thyme is a Natural Sanitizer… and So Much More This is a great article from Magic...

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Rug Fringe Care

Rug fringe may appear to be decorative, but it plays an important part in holding the p...

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The Pros and Cons of Natural Stone Resining

Natural stone has inherent imperfections. Resin fills, reinforces, and strengthens the ...

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Worried About Vacuuming Too Much?

Sometimes our clients ask whether there's such a thing as vacuuming too much. Here are ...

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Crack or Fissure? What’s the Difference?

Sometimes these "cracks" in natural stone countertops are not cracks at all, but fissures, something that resembles a crack. Read more to learn the difference.... Read More

Pets… and Clean Carpets, Too!

If you have pets, maintaining clean, fresh, and inviting carpets and interior textiles can be a challenge. Read this article for some simple and effective tips.... Read More

How To Remove “Water Rings” On Polished Marble

We are frequently asked, "How can I remove water rings on my polished marble?" This article explains what "water rings" are, and what you can do about them.... Read More

High Alkaline Substances Can Etch Natural Stone

Many natural stone owners are aware that acids like vinegar, lemon, etc. can cause etching, but did you know high alkaline substances can also cause etching? ... Read More

Reoccurring Carpet Stains

Have you seen stains disappear with professional cleaning, then reappear once your carpet dries? Learn how this happens and what can be done about it.... Read More

How-To Video: Stone Stain Removal

See Fred Hueston, Chief Technical Director of Stone & Tile PROS, demonstrating how to mix and apply a poultice for removing a stain from natural stone. ... Read More

How Improper Installation Complicates Carpet Cleaning

Did you know that the quality of carpet installation can affect the quality of carpet cleaning? This article explains the importance of proper installation.... Read More

Stone Impregnating Sealers in Wet Conditions

Should stone in wet conditions be sealed? In the following article, industry expert, Fred Hueston explains why stone in wet areas should not be sealed.... Read More

Thyme Oil Uses

Thyme is a Natural Sanitizer… and So Much More This is a great article from MagicWandCompany.com (Republished with permission) Thyme is a widely used herb in cooking, because... Read More

Rug Fringe Care

Rug fringe may appear to be decorative, but it plays an important part in holding the pile knots in place. Read this article for fringe cleaning and care tips.... Read More

The Pros and Cons of Natural Stone Resining

Natural stone has inherent imperfections. Resin fills, reinforces, and strengthens the durability of natural stone, but can be problematic if not done properly.... Read More

Worried About Vacuuming Too Much?

Sometimes our clients ask whether there's such a thing as vacuuming too much. Here are a few pointers to prevent causing premature damage to carpets and rugs.... Read More

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