Etched stone restoration

Etched stone restoration otherwise known as acid burns from household products or food products is a common problem that our customers approach us with that have Marble, Granite, Travertine, Basalt and other stone surfaces.
Etching is caused generally by an acid based (and sometimes amino based) liquid or solid product sitting on the surface for a lengthened period of time, and in that time the acid enzymes -above 7ph - literally attack the neutral ph level on the stone surface. Basically put, the acid erodes the neutral surface  and in doing so the etch takes place.

The best way to avoid this is actively cleaning up spills of wine, lemon, vinegar, chili and the like.
regularly clean your stone floor, countertop or surface and have it periodically professionally Stone clean and seal
For more information about caring for your stone click on here.
In some cases you will find the Stone will need resurfacing and polishing to achieve full restoration.