Can I use a steam cleaner on my natural stone floors? By Frederick M. Hueston Stoneforensics.com   There are many wrong ways to clean natural stone, which is why I recommend leaving heavy

Nanotechnology in the stone industry By Frederick M. Hueston, stoneforensics.com The latest buzz word in the stone industry is nano this and nano that. The chemical manufactures in the stone industry are selling

How to Clean and Maintain a Stone Pool Deck By Frederick M. Hueston, stoneforensics.com   You just had a new stone deck installed and your wondering what do I do next. How do

The Homeowners Ceramic Tile Repair Manual By Frederick M. Hueston Stoneforensics.com Welcome to "The Ceramic Tile Repair Manual". This manual is designed to provide you with comprehensive instructions on how to repair and

Problems and Flaws with Porcelain Tiles By Frederick M. Hueston, StoneForensics.com Because they are durable, versatile, and easy to clean, porcelain tiles are a popular choice for floors and walls. But like any

The Stone Restoration Horizon is Changing. Are You Ready? By Frederick M. Hueston Does old ever become new again? In the case of how stone restoration is done, the answer very well could

RE-CRYSTALLIZATION  By Frederick M. Hueston   The following is a reprint of an article I wrote back in 1990.  I have edited some of the text to bring it up to date.  My

Why is my Pool Deck turning green and black? Frederick M. Hueston  What is that green and black stuff growing on my pool deck? The majority of these unsightly spots are the result

Is it a Crack or a Fissure on my Stone Countertop Frederick M. Hueston You wake up one morning and go into your kitchen to pour a cup of coffee and you notice

Is My Countertop Quartzite or Marble? By Frederick M. Hueston, stoneforensics.com In recent years, there have been complaints from consumers who purchase countertops from stone distributors who tell them the material is quartzite,