Stains lifted from granite, marble, quartzite and other stone with poultices and the right treatment.
A stain is not the same as a scratch or an etch, and treating it the wrong way can make it worse. Oil, grease, coffee, wine, rust, ink and hard water each stain stone differently and need different treatments. Many stains can be pulled out with poultices, absorbent pastes that draw the stain out of the pores. Others need cleaning, polishing or a different approach. Homeowners in Nashville call us when a stain does not wipe off, and we identify it before treating it.
We look at the stain, ask what caused it and test the stone. For oil-based stains, we use a degreasing poultice. For organic stains like coffee and wine, we use a different poultice. Rust and metal stains need a special treatment that does not damage the stone. We apply the poultice, cover it and let it work, then remove it and check. Several rounds may be needed. After treatment, we clean, polish if needed and reseal, and we explain how to prevent a repeat.
Oil, organic, metal and water stains need different treatments, and the wrong one can set the stain or damage the stone.
An absorbent paste draws the stain out of the stone as it dries. Deep stains may need more than one round.
A dull spot from acid is an etch, not a stain, and it needs polishing instead of a poultice. We tell the difference.
After treatment, we reseal the stone so it resists the next spill.
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Matched to the stain.
Patient treatment.
Polishing when needed.
Protection restored.
Avoid repeat stains.
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You tell us what you want or what your counters are doing, and we set an estimate visit that fits your day.
We look at your cabinets, layout and walls, talk through materials, edges, sinks and seams and note any prep that is needed.
You choose the material, slab and details, receive a plain written scope and approve it before anything is ordered or cut.
We template your cabinets exactly, then the countertops are cut, shaped and polished to fit, with openings made for your sink and cooktop.
We remove the old tops, set the new ones level, join the seams, seal where needed and set the sink and backsplash.
We clean up, haul away the old countertops if you asked, walk you through the finished work and explain how to care for it.
Many can, especially recent ones. Old, deep stains may fade but not disappear.
A poultice may need a day or more, and deep stains may need several rounds.
Quartz stains less, and many can be cleaned. We test a small area.
We do not recommend it. It can damage the stone and the sealer.
Seal natural stone, wipe spills fast and use trivets and coasters.
Etch Mark RemovalDull acid marks removed from marble, limestone and other stone with polishing and restoration.Explore 
Countertop SealingPenetrating sealers for natural stone, applied correctly so spills bead up and stains stay out.Explore 
Polishing and RestorationDull, etched or worn stone brought back to a smooth, even finish, polished or honed.Explore 
Countertop Cleaning and CareDeep cleaning and care guidance for stone, quartz, wood and other surfaces, with the right products and routines.Explore Tell us about your project and we will call you back to set up a visit.
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