Stone Restoration @ The Newbury Boston
This summer we had the opportunity to restore a variety of beautiful stone surfaces at Boston's The Newbury and its stunning restaurant, Contessa. The Hotel and restaurant completed renovations and opened in 2021 to high praise from both preservationists and the...
Which Stone Countertop is Best for Your Kitchen?
Choosing a kitchen countertop can be a challenging process. Not only will it impact the look of your kitchen, but picking the right natural stone will determine how to care for your space for years to come. When planning on your own or working with designers and...
Can you guess 4 signers of the Declaration of Independence buried in Massachusetts?
Boston Stone Restoration has worked on many memorials, gravestones and crypts over the years, restoring the marble and granite that mark key moments in the development of our country. As a result, we’ve stumbled across a lot of amazing history. So for our July 4th...
White Marble Countertops * How to Protect Them
Our stone care experts explain how we keep white marble countertops etch and stain-free even when you use them every day!
Marble, Beyond White
If it seems like everyone is using white marble in their home renovation projects you are not wrong. White marbles such as Carrara, Thassos, Danby and Statuario are classic beautiful stones. But don't forget that marble comes in an array of colors and we love to work...
Taking Pride in Municipal Marble & Stone Care Work
Municipal facilities restorations are some of our favorite jobs. Many municipal buildings are built to last for centuries. They are designed to be durable and house some of the most important services our communities need to function and prosper. Municipal office...
Hospitality & Event Space Stone Care
If you are in the hospitality business you've probably been working tirelessly to keep up with your event space as people rush back to book weddings, parties and larger in-person celebrations. Banquet, restaurant and hotel management teams are frantically readying...
Ask the Experts Vol. 5: “What’s the best stone choice for my floor” & “Is polished marble slippery?”
In this month's episode, we had two questions: "What's the best stone choice for my floor?" "Is polished marble slippery?" Do you have stone questions for our experts? Message us here or tag #askbsr on social media. https://youtu.be/8W74ZKlQoqk
How to Clean Headstones this Memorial Day
Memorial Day honors the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. Originally known as Decoration Day, it originated in the years following the Civil War and became an official federal holiday in 1971. Many observe Memorial Day by visiting cemeteries...
Virtual Pro New England 2021 Awards
This year we are proud to sponsor the PRO Awards Evening of Excellence. As members of PRO New England (Professional Remodeling Organization New England, formerly EM NARI), each year we celebrate the work of the finest remodeling industry professionals in our region....
Temple, Synagogue and Church Stone Restoration
Some of the most beautiful structures in New England are our temples, synagogues and churches. Adorned with alabaster, marble and other natural stone, we are often brought in to restore and polish stonework like Mount Alvernia High School chapel in Newton, Saint...
ASK THE EXPERTS VOL. 4: “What was your favorite job?” & “What makes a great stone technician?”
This month we had two questions. 1. "What was your favorite job?" 2. "What makes a great stone technician?" Do you have stone questions for our experts? Message us here or tag #askbsr on social media. https://youtu.be/s9l2ThWGqkM