by BSR | Dec 18, 2018 | Granite, Slate
Slate flooring is a very desirable choice for high traffic areas such as mudrooms, laundry rooms and bathrooms, due to its durability and resistance to significant moisture. That is not to say that slate is impenetrable. Sometimes damage can be caused with the wrong...
by BSR | May 24, 2018 | DIY, Granite, Gravestone, Headstone, Historic, Marble, Mausoleum, Monument
The elements can wreak havoc on marble, granite and slate headstones and memorial monuments. Many Americans take a little time each year around Memorial Day to clean and refresh family headstones, especially the stones for those who have served in the military. If you...
by BSR | Feb 14, 2018 | Carrara, For fun, Granite, Marble
“Write your injuries in dust, your benefits in marble.” ~Franklin How lucky we are to work with natural stone! Here at Boston Stone Restoration, we are passionate about stone renovation, polishing & care. Why do we love stone so much? Here are just...
by BSR | Nov 7, 2017 | cemetery, Granite, Gravestone, Headstone
One of the privileges we get working with stone is the opportunity to restore Veterans headstones and memorials. We’ve cleaned and restored many grave markers over the years. This season, we had an opportunity to restore the stone of a World War II veteran at a...
by BSR | Aug 1, 2017 | Case Study, Community, Fireplace, Granite, Home Improvement, Interior Design, Marble, Residential, Restoration
Real Estate pros weigh in on the idea of restoring natural stone before selling your massachusetts home. We recently spoke to 3 successful real estate professionals in Massachusetts to learn a little more about how natural stone (marble, granite, slate, etc.) impacts...
by BSR | Apr 19, 2017 | DIY, Granite, Kitchen, Marble, Sealing
There is a lot of controversy over whether or not you need to seal marble and granite counter tops, and if so, how often. First you should do this simple test to see if your stone is already sealed. Bear in mind that the ability to absorb sealer in the first place is...
