Published in July 21st, 2010
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This is the test of MB8 stone protector.
The other video shows the application of the product.
I want to say here that MB8 is a fantastic product and does not need to be able to resist low ph chemicals to be a great product.
Harry Edenfield owns Restoration by Fabric & Tile Masters in [...]
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Published in July 21st, 2010
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This video shows the application to two stone tiles. They are creama marfil and dark brown emprador.
MB8 is a polymer coating applied to natural stone as a protective maintenance layer. This coating protects the stone, and provides a shiny finish.
The suitability of this finish is without question. We are attempting here to [...]
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Published in July 20th, 2010
Granite is the perfect material for kitchen counter tops. The reasons for the stones suitability:
1- Durability Granite is virtually indestructible. If it is installed correctly, I can’t think of an interior finish that will outlast it.
2- Unique colors and patterns There are hundreds of varieties of marble available in colors that will match any interior [...]
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Published in May 28th, 2010
This is an example of grout being pressed back up onto the tile surface by water pressure from under the tile. The wet and drying cycle is causing the surface of the tile to disintegrate. This is referred to as spalling.
Harry Edenfield owns Restoration by Fabric & Tile Masters in Jacksonville Florida. Harry also authors [...]
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Published in May 24th, 2010
This is a copy of the file that mentions MB12 polishing powder will work after a 200 grit honing cut on most marbles. If you click on the image it will enlarge so you can see the highlighted text.
Harry Edenfield owns Restoration by Fabric & Tile Masters in Jacksonville Florida. Harry also authors the blog [...]
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Published in May 24th, 2010
These are the same piece of absolute black granite. Front and back.
http://fabricmasters.com/chemicals/?p=5
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Published in May 21st, 2010
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We are often called on to refinish stone flooring. One of the simplest and most effective ways to return a floor to its natural look is by using abrasive honing powder or honing brushes. We typically follow this procedure with a sealer application. This article pertains to stone that is hone finish [...]
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Published in April 1st, 2010
Stone sealers are necessary sometimes. This is the most definitive statement I can make about them. And the most important for the stone owner to remember.
Consider the following:
 Some stone surfaces need no sealer. Using sealer actually will leave a residue that can’t be removed with out a fairly expensive procedure.
ï‚· Sealers exist to provide [...]
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Published in March 31st, 2010
Polishing marble is necessary when a polish finish stone becomes scratched or etched to the point it becomes dull. The other reason marble requires polishing is if the customer has a stone that comes to him with a hone finish and he desires it to be polished. These are the only two reasons I can [...]
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Published in March 30th, 2010
These are the metal and resin bond diamonds used to grind or hone a natural stone floor.
Click here to learn more about how we grind stone floors.
Installing a perfectly flat floor (one without lippage) is next to impossible for most installers. Even slightly uneven tile levels can effect floor restoration. If [...]
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