What does a mason do?

• <div><p>A mason lays brick or stone together, sometimes with mortar in between the bricks and stones, and sometimes without mortar, also called a dry-stack or surface bonding. Examples of work masons do include:</p><ul><li><p>Brick, stone, or cement block houses and buildings</p></li><li><p>Freestanding stone or <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/brick-wall-cost.htm">brick walls</a></p></li><li><p>Chimneys with wood-burning fireplaces</p></li><li><p>Cement block basement or crawl space walls</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Q: How do I maintain repaired stone countertops?

• <div><p>Use a pH-balanced cleaner, avoid abrasive materials, and reseal porous stones like granite annually to maintain durability.</p></div>

Q: Do you need to seal engineered stone or quartzite?

• <div><p>Quartzite countertops are porous, meaning that liquids can seep into the stone and stain them. You&rsquo;ll need to seal them before installing and resealing annually, depending on use and stone material. Sealing will help prevent stains and etching. On the other hand, you don&rsquo;t need to seal quartz and other engineered stone countertops since they aren&rsquo;t porous. </p></div>

Q: Can I repair a stone countertop myself?

• <div><p>Repair kits make it possible to do the job yourself for small chips or scratches. However, professional services ensure a seamless finish and prevent further damage.</p></div>

Q: Can Silestone be used outdoors?

• <div><p>Silestone&reg; isn&rsquo;t recommended for outdoor use because UV rays can damage the surface. Long-term exposure to direct sunlight can cause discoloration. Instead, choose an outdoor-friendly countertop material like tile, concrete, stainless steel, or natural stone. If you do choose a natural stone, make sure you either seal it or avoid highly porous stones. For example, choose soapstone over marble. </p></div>

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Reviewed in February 2024
My husband and I had the pleasure of working with MWR Construction when completing the remodel of our 1920's farmhouse. Mark and his team were incredibly professional, knowledgeable, and detail-orientedÂ throughout all stages of the project.Â Mark personally worked with us on identifying...
MWR Construction, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2023
Removed eight stumps and hauled them away. Took extra time to clean up and backfill holes. Carter was great to work with on scheduling the project. He showed up when he said he would and make quick work of a large project at a reasonable price. Would highly recommend!
Carter Wright
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Reviewed in July 2023
Very efficient, honest, easy to communicate with and did everything they said they would plus more. Friendly and flexible so can work with your schedule.
Everlasting Floors
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Reviewed in July 2023
I am very pleased with the work done and with the employees. CJ came out first and deeply reviewed everything and gave me a thorough explanation of what was happening to my home and how they could fix it. Then, the workers - Rene Renteria, Martin Rodriquez and Daniel Garcia came to the home and...
Groundworks
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Reviewed in July 2020
They replaced the faucet and didn't work initially, they came back and fixed and made it work completely.
Foulk Brothers Plumbing & Heating
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Reviewed in June 2016
The company was very professional. We knew exactly what we were getting and were left with no questions after ordering and installment. The installment crew was wonderful and very great with my children running around!
Your Home Improvement Company
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Reviewed in July 2015
Buffy returned my call and scheduled service, and also confirmed it via text and again the day before. Blaine and Mason showed up on time and got right to work. They were polite, cheerful, VERY professional, showed excellent attention to detail, and did a thorough, high-quality job. I am...
Kelly Cleaning Service
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Reviewed in October 2012
We had started a remodel before the flood of 2011 and had to evacuate for 4 months. They put us on top of the list after the flood and finished everything quickly. Very helpful
Premier Plumbing LLC
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Buffing and Polishing questions, answered by experts

Use a pH-balanced cleaner, avoid abrasive materials, and reseal porous stones like granite annually to maintain durability.

Quartzite countertops are porous, meaning that liquids can seep into the stone and stain them. You’ll need to seal them before installing and resealing annually, depending on use and stone material. Sealing will help prevent stains and etching. On the other hand, you don’t need to seal quartz and other engineered stone countertops since they aren’t porous.

Repair kits make it possible to do the job yourself for small chips or scratches. However, professional services ensure a seamless finish and prevent further damage.

Silestone® isn’t recommended for outdoor use because UV rays can damage the surface. Long-term exposure to direct sunlight can cause discoloration. Instead, choose an outdoor-friendly countertop material like tile, concrete, stainless steel, or natural stone. If you do choose a natural stone, make sure you either seal it or avoid highly porous stones. For example, choose soapstone over marble.

A mason lays brick or stone together, sometimes with mortar in between the bricks and stones, and sometimes without mortar, also called a dry-stack or surface bonding. Examples of work masons do include:

Brick, stone, or cement block houses and buildings
Freestanding stone or brick walls
Chimneys with wood-burning fireplaces
Cement block basement or crawl space walls

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