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Removing Salts from Stone Using the Poultice Rendering Process By Frederick M. Hueston, stoneforensics.com   When it comes to preserving and restoring marble, granite and other stone surfaces, removing salts from stone is

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Removing Calcium build Up from non-calcite exterior stone. By Frederick M Hueston, StoneForensics.com Removing white calcium buildup from exterior stone can be a difficult task, but it is doable with the right tools

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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  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