Stone Sealing
What is Stone Sealing?
Natural stones are delicate and hence dirt and liquids wear them off quickly and they lose their aesthetic value over time. Therefore, it’s important that the natural stones are sealed properly so that their natural appearance and luster is kept intact.
Stone sealing is a great way to prevent your natural stones from stains. Most natural stones are porous and have swirls or veins, thereby, absorb liquids quickly and are more susceptible to stains. Sealers act as a shield and repel spills and stains on the surface.
Here at stone surgeons, we employ sealing services to boost your stone surface durability. Sealing marble, granite, travertine, limestone, etc. stone platforms provide several benefits which include but are not limited to:
- Providing stain resistance
- Ensures easy cleanup
- Protects and enhances your stone floor’s natural beauty
- Helps retain your stone’s natural luster
If you are not sure whether your stone platform (It can be any platform, from stone counter tops to stone floors) requires sealing or not, you can perform a simple test at home. Simply sprinkle a few drops of water on the counter-top or floor. Wipe off the water after 15 minutes. If the water soaks into the stone and makes the stone look darker, your floor or counter-top requires sealing.
It is relative easier to identify if your natural stones are water resistant but testing oil repellency is not that simple. Our engineers are proficient in different techniques of stone sealing and can help your stones repel liquids such as water or oils and create a physical barrier between dirt and liquids.
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Frequently Asked Questions
CAN RUGS DAMAGE MARBLE, GRANITE, OR OTHER STONE FLOORS?
Rugs especially with rubber or latex base can cause friction against the marble, granite or other natural stones while sliding. Moreover, the dirt & grit that accumulates on rugs over the time can also damage the stone floor when displaced from their place with pressure. Therefore, Stone Surgeon advises the use of rug holders to keep rugs at place and avoid stone and marble damage and keep your marble clean and polished.
DO YOU CHARGE FOR REQUESTING A QUOTATION OR ESTIMATE?
At Stone Surgeon there are absolutely no charges for consultation or getting an estimate for the amount of work involved. Our engineers are always ready to help you with your stone and marble cleaning, polishing, sealing, and restoration questions.
WILL THERE BE DUST DURING THE STONE CLEANING, POLISHING, OR RESTORATION PROCESS?
No, Stone Surgeon takes all measures such as using diamond abrasives and water to ensure that a minimal disruption is caused in your daily routine while undertaking stone and marble cleaning, polishing, or restoration activities.
HOW CAN I KNOW HOW DAMAGED MY MARBLE, GRANITE, OR NATURAL STONES ARE AND WHAT RESTORATION METHOD IS BEST TO CLEAN IT?
Different stones need to be treated differently to restore their natural sheen. Light & porous stones such as marble, limestone, and granite are more vulnerable to damage if not taken care of properly. Stone Surgeon engineers will first analyze the stone before working out the restoration method.
WHY CAN'T I CLEAN THE STAINS OR WATER SPOTS ON MY MARBLE, TRAVERTINE, ONYX, LIMESTONE, SLATE, TERRAZZO, QUARTZITE, OR GRANITE SURFACE.
Sometimes, we mistakenly consider the etch marks as water spots. This happens usually when an acid comes in contact with the calcium based stones. Generally, polishing the stone is the best resort in such instances.
WILL I NEED TO EMPTY THE SPACE WHILE THE RESTORATION OR MAINTENANCE WORK IS BEING CARRIED OUT?
No, Stone Surgeon doesn't require you to vacate the place or move things while we carry out our job. We take care of your furniture, carpets & walls during the process & make necessary arrangements beforehand, if required.
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7 Jefry Ln
Hicksville, NY 11801
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Stone Surgeon, Inc., brings a decade and a half of granite, slate, onyx, limestone, travertine, terrazzo, quartzite, and marble cleaning, polishing, sealing, and restoration experience to New York City, Long Island, and the greater New York area. Our engineers specialize in natural stone care, repair, and maintenance. Contact Stone Surgeon for more information.
