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TIPS ON
CARING FOR YOUR STONE
*Use only neutral cleaners
specially formulated for natural stone to clean your floors and if you
don’t have proper cleaners use warm water. Please.
*Dust mop at least 1-2
times per week to remove soil from floor that could cause scratching. Be
sure floor is dry before dust mopping. Use dry, untreated dust mop (Microfibers
preferred) Push dust mop in only one direction, not back and forth. Store
dust mop with head off of the ground. Wash and dry dust mop regularly in
washing machine.
*Use a mat outside entry
doors to prevent sand and grit from being tracked inside causing scratches
and dullness. Mats should also be placed inside entryways. These
should be long enough to take three steps before stepping onto stone
floor.
*Protect stone surfaces
with a good quality sealer It is best to call Formula One Steam Cleaning
to have stone
sealed properly. High traffic areas should be re-sealed on a yearly
basis.
*Blot spills with a paper
towel immediately. Don’t wipe because it will spread the spill and may
cause area around spill to appear dull or streaked when dry.
*Use a squeegee for stone
shower walls after each use to reduce water spots.
*If you notice streaking
on your marble floor when you mop, dry the marble with a terry cloth towel
after mopping.
*Place special felt or
plastic guards (available at home improvement stores) on all furniture
legs that come in contact with natural stone floors. This will reduce
scratches and other damage.
*Place plants on a special
base to prevent staining and scratches.
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