April 2014 - Sungloss Marble Co.

Archive Monthly Archives: April 2014

Terrazzo Treasures

April 21, 2014
/ Natural Stone And Tile Recession Update and Stone Refinishing

If your home was built between 1920 and 1950 there is a good chance that you may have a terrazzo treasure underneath that carpet or tile in the foyer or basement. Terrazzo floors are intricate colored concrete, usually Limestone based, with broken marble or “other” chips integrated into the floor’s design. Often multi-colored, these floors […]

Waxing of Stone and Terrazzo Floors Can be Precarious

April 9, 2014
/ Green Mission Natural Stone And Tile Stone Care

Even though they may be professionals in the business, an estimated 1 out of 3 property managers don’t understand the difference between waxing and professional polishing. Wax gets into the grout lines and does not allow vapors to ventilate. Moisture can get trapped and produces oxidation or other damage, like staining, and if not stripped […]