How to Clean and Protect Limestone Floors
Limestone floors are relatively easy to maintain but can become dull and dirty with time and use. Here are some tips to keep your floors looking their best.... Read More
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When Is It Time to Replace Your Carpet?
Professional cleaning extends the life of your carpet, but not forever. Read this article to learn when your carpet will need to be replaced. ... Read More
Taking the Mystery Out of Terrazzo
Understanding terrazzo, it's history, and care will help direct design and maintenance choices wherever it may be found, from historic to modern spaces.... Read More
Is Natural Stone Hard as a Rock?
The old idiom "hard as a rock..." has contributed to the formation of imprecise opinions about natural stone, which loses beauty without maintenance.... Read More
Reasons to Eschew the Shoe
Removing your shoes indoors can prevent exposure to many pathogens. This is particularly important if you have babies and children playing on the carpets.... Read More
Environmentally-Friendly Natural Stone
Fred Hueston, Chief Technical Director for surpHaces and Founder of Stone Forensics weighs in on whether natural stone is an environmentally friendly choice...... Read More
What To Do About Fleas
Flea larvae in soil can easily be tracked in by your own pets, visiting pets, people, or contaminated items. This article tells you how to get rid of fleas.... Read More
The Unexpected Stone Stain Remover
If you have a stubborn stain that is unresponsive to traditional stain removal methods, such as poulticing, just head down to your local beauty supply store.... Read More
The Importance of Quality Carpet Padding
Did you know that padding can play an integral part in the appearance and life expectancy of your carpet? This article explains why.... Read More
How to Remove Polyvinylether (PVE) Stain
Refrigerator, freezer, and AC system repairs may result in PVE (an oil used in refrigerant systems) stains. Here are a few suggestions for DIY stain removal.... Read More
Minimizing Indoor Allergies
Seasonal allergies are a terrible problem for a lot of people. With all the flowers, plants and trees blooming, allergens such as pollen, ragweed, and even mold spores blow through... Read More
White Residue on Stone
If you have white residue on your stone, here are a few tips and tricks for identifying the cause and possibly removing it.... Read More
