Why are my Ceramic Tiles Developing Blisters By Frederick M Hueston stoneforensics.com Ceramic tiles are often used on floors, walls, and countertops in homes and businesses because they are durable, versatile, and easy
Seam Shadows on Quartzite Countertops By Frederick M. Hueston Fabricators and restoration contractors have been experiencing a frustrating issue with quartzite countertops, where the seams appear to darken over time. This phenomenon
Hiring a Stone and Tile Failure Expert By Frederick M. Hueston, Stone Forensics.com Problems can quickly escalate while working with stone or tile. The results of a stone or tile failure can range
Is it Marble or Limestone? By Frederick M. Hueston, StoneForensics.com I am often asked by stone restoration contractors how to tell the difference between marble and limestone. It can be tricky and many
The Importance of Installing Expansion Joints In a Stone/Tile Shower: What You Need to Know By Frederick M. Hueston, StoneForensics.com Have you ever taken a look at the corners of a
Why are the Shadows on my Porcelain Tile By Frederick M. Hueston, StoneForensics.com Over the past few months, I have been receiving calls about shadows that are on several porcelain tile installations. I
How Setting Materials bond and Why Resin Back Tiles Fail Frederick M. Hueston, Stoneforensics.com If you search the internet and try to find an explanation of how thin sets and other
Stone Impregnating Sealers are not Bullet Proof By Frederick M. Hueston I receive several calls a week with questions on the use of impregnating type sealers for use on outdoor stone as
Quartz vs Quartzite Countertops By Frederick M Hueston, StoneForeniscs.com When it comes to kitchen countertops, there are numerous options available, ranging from natural stones like granite and marble to engineered materials like
What’s the Dark Ring Around my Granite/Quartzite Sink By Frederick M. Hueston You've probably heard of ring around the collar, and in the stone business, we sometimes refer to it as "ring around
