Stones Tips For Home and Garden

Whilst granite is a common building material thanks to its attractive colouring and durability, granite that has been installed in bathroom and kitchen areas can develop soap stains if not attended to correctly. Many cleaners, such as those that are acid-based and contain alkaline (or ammonia) ingredients, can actually damage your granite, so avoid using such methods at all cost. Instead, you should apply a small amount of isopropyl rubbing alcohol to a clean soft cloth. Rub the cloth in a circular motion over the areas of the granite that have been subjected to soap stains. This will allow the alcohol to completely penetrate the stain and help to lift it. Reapply some isopropyl rubbing alcohol to the cloth, and use it to wipe at the soap stain until it has been completely removed. Dry your granite using a new soft cloth and it is ready to use once more. The reason that isopropyl rubbing alcohol is safe to use on granite is that it has a neutral pH level, m...

Pavers are the beauty of any property, be it a house, hotel or resort. Therefore, no matter what kind of project you have, you have to be very particular about the paving stone as there are varieties of paving stones to choose from. Each stone has its utility and meant for specific purpose. For instance, there are some stones which are well suitable for paving around your pool and spa, while there are others which are ideal for paving garden area. So the choices are abundant that tells you to be over attentive.   Brick pavers: These paving stones are made out of cement, sand, fine aggregate and water. All the ingredients are mixed well and are heated at high temperature. They give an impression of raw bricks and last for a lifetime. They are kwon to be highly versatile and durable. Concrete pavers: There are unlimited style, color anddesigns for concrete pavers. These stones are highly preferred because of their ability to be safe, strong, versatile, durable an...

Even though sandstone itself does not rust, if metal items that are rusty are placed on top of sandstone for an extended amount of time, the corrosion can be transferred to the stone’s surface where it becomes ingrained and very difficult to remove. This can be a common problem for sandstone located in kitchens and bathrooms, where metal and moisture will often meet. If rust has managed to seep into your sandstone surfaces, there is an easy way to remove it. Take a sponge, dampen it and apply a few drops of a mild dishwashing detergent to its surface. Use it to wipe at the rust stain on the sandstone. If the stain is fresh, this alone can often be enough to completely remove it. If the stain is older, however, additional cleaning will be needed. Dampen the rust stain on the sandstone with distilled water. Mix together a poultice of diatomaceous earth and a commercial rust remover until a thick paste has formed. Apply this poultice directly onto the sandstone’s rust ...