Efflorescence, meaning “to flower out” in French, is the migration of salt to the surface of a porous material (like slate, marble & limestone) where it forms a crust or coating. Efflorescence is a common occurrence especially in outdoor areas or in...
Faced with an uneven 4,000 feet of limestone mosaic tile that “rolls” – Boston Stone Restoration had to get creative. For several months we have been talking about a big project in Newport, RI. The Belcourt Castle on historic Bellevue Avenue has been undergoing...
Telling the difference between a stain and an etch mark on marble is quite simple. An etch mark typically only occurs on marble and limestone, is the result of an acidic substance, (vinegar, lemon juice, coffee or toothpaste), coming in contact with the stone and...
Here is another example of how Boston Stone Restoration can bring the natural beauty of your stone flooring back to life. This limestone floor was heavily trafficked and needed some TLC. By using high pressure, hot water cleaning and the proper cleaning products the...
Greetings from Rome! We have just finished a week of wandering the streets, monuments and cathedrals of Rome and were overwhelmed by the beautiful marble and limestone at every turn. Floors, walls, ceilings, statues, facades, fountains and even curbstones are made up...
Boston, MA – Recently we had the pleasure of working at the Boston Design Center at a high end furniture showroom. The manager contacted us, because their limestone floor was seven years old and starting to show considerable wear. The cavernous space required...
