Does water permanently stain granite?

• <div><p>Standing water can lead to surface discoloration if your granite countertops are improperly sealed. However, it’s possible to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-remove-hard-water-stains-kitchen-and-bathroom.htm">remove hard water stains</a> with a baking soda paste. Take more care with acidic liquids, such as fruit juice or red wine, which can leave more permanent stains. That’s why it’s so important to reseal these surfaces regularly.</p></div>

How much will it cost to maintain travertine tiles?

• <div><p>The first step to resealing is a thorough steam cleaning of the tile and grout. You can do this by renting a tile and grout cleaner for $80 a day. Once you’re done cleaning the floor, it’ll cost $30 to $40 per quart for sealant. Or, you can hire a pro who will charge $1 to $2 per square foot for cleaning and resealing services.</p></div>

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Q: Are DIY repairs for stone countertops effective?

• <div><p>DIY repairs can address minor issues like small scratches but may not effectively fix larger problems like major cracks or stains. Professional repair ensures proper materials and techniques are used to restore the countertop fully.</p></div>

Q: What are the dull spots on my marble floor?

• <div><p>If you notice dull spots on your marble floor, that could result from etching. If you&rsquo;ve used the wrong type of floor cleaner in the past or left a spill unattended for too long, your marble floor may have suffered some surface damage. While there are ways to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/stone-and-countertop-etching.htm">protect your natural stone from etching</a>, you may have to call in a professional for repairs.</p></div>

Q: Does quartz get water stains?

• <div><p>While quartz holds up well against stains of all kinds, it isn&rsquo;t completely resistant. Make sure to wipe up water and other liquids as soon as possible to prevent stains. If you spot water stains on your quartz countertops, you can <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-clean-quartz-countertops.htm">clean quartz counters</a> in just a few steps using simple household cleaners, like dish soap or baking soda paste.</p></div>

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Reviewed in July 2020
Sam did a fabulous job on my kitchen floor. The floor was stripped of stain, buffed and then coated with clear poly and it is gorgeous. They even stripped the wood registers to match the floor. Courteous, timely, professional and friendly, job very well done.
Green's Floor Sanding
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Reviewed in September 2013
Mr. Weathersby does beautiful work. The leg on this coffee table had been broken, and repaired badly, before I inherited it. then it had broken another couple of times after that, with bad repairs being done again. He took the table to his shop, cleaned up the break, shored it up with dowels...
Weathersby Furniture Repair
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Reviewed in September 2013
repair front bumper, buffed out some scratches. Painless
THURMAN BODY SHOP
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Reviewed in March 2013
The insurance company responsible for the majority of the damage set up the estimate for me with their agent who works out of Curry Collision Center. I was impressed with the agent and his knowledge, and decided to get the autobody work done with Curry, which he suggested. After being...
Curry Collision Center
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Reviewed in December 2012
Extremely friendly and comfortable upon first meeting the team... we have pets and they were clearly pet-lovers. Once ready to get started, they worked professionally as a team from start to finish-- hard work without a break, doing some things twice (like double mopping to get the floors from...
Cleaning By Jenny LLC
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Reviewed in July 2011
I scheduled an appointment for a Sunday afternoon. When I arrived, I received a friendly greeting. The salon was well-lighted, very clean and seemed to have the latest in manicure booths and pedicure chairs. Offered two types of polish including OPI. Susan was my technician and did a...
MAISUNAMI NAILS & SPA
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Reviewed in June 2010
The week before moving in to my new home I decided I wanted the carpets cleaned. I was able to book an appointment with Bloomington Professional on very short notice. I arrived a few minutes before the scheduled time to find them already on the site and ready to go. Some negotiation with other...
Bloomington Professional Carpet Cleaners
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DIY repairs can address minor issues like small scratches but may not effectively fix larger problems like major cracks or stains. Professional repair ensures proper materials and techniques are used to restore the countertop fully.

Standing water can lead to surface discoloration if your granite countertops are improperly sealed. However, it’s possible to remove hard water stains with a baking soda paste. Take more care with acidic liquids, such as fruit juice or red wine, which can leave more permanent stains. That’s why it’s so important to reseal these surfaces regularly.

If you notice dull spots on your marble floor, that could result from etching. If you’ve used the wrong type of floor cleaner in the past or left a spill unattended for too long, your marble floor may have suffered some surface damage. While there are ways to protect your natural stone from etching, you may have to call in a professional for repairs.

The first step to resealing is a thorough steam cleaning of the tile and grout. You can do this by renting a tile and grout cleaner for $80 a day. Once you’re done cleaning the floor, it’ll cost $30 to $40 per quart for sealant. Or, you can hire a pro who will charge $1 to $2 per square foot for cleaning and resealing services.

While quartz holds up well against stains of all kinds, it isn’t completely resistant. Make sure to wipe up water and other liquids as soon as possible to prevent stains. If you spot water stains on your quartz countertops, you can clean quartz counters in just a few steps using simple household cleaners, like dish soap or baking soda paste.

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