Natural stone adds timeless elegance and luxury to any space—whether it’s marble countertops, limestone floors, or travertine showers. But keeping these surfaces pristine requires more than routine cleaning. Over time, daily wear, water exposure, and even household products can affect stone’s appearance and durability.
At Rose Restoration, we specialize in helping homeowners and property managers protect and revive their natural stone. Depending on your surface’s condition, we offer a range of service levels—from light maintenance to full restoration—so your stone always looks its best.
Here’s a guide to understanding the most common service types and when to use them.
1. Clean & Seal – Preventive Maintenance
Think of this as a refresh and protect treatment. Our Clean & Seal service is ideal when your stone surface is in good condition—no scratches, dullness, or etching—but simply needs maintenance.
We start by removing surface dirt, soap scum, or minor residue before applying a professional-grade sealer that penetrates the stone’s pores. This helps prevent future stains and moisture damage, keeping your stone protected for up to two years in residential settings.
Best For:
Shower walls and vertical surfaces
Lightly used countertops
Entryway or bathroom floors that need routine care
Why It Matters:
Stone may look solid, but it’s naturally porous. Without sealing, liquids like wine, oils, and cleaners can soak in, leading to permanent stains. Sealing forms an invisible barrier while maintaining your stone’s natural finish—no added shine or gloss, just clean, protected stone.
2. Clean Hone & Seal – Restoring a Matte Finish
If your stone looks dull or has visible etching and scratches, it’s time for Clean Hone & Seal. This process goes beyond surface cleaning to smooth and renew the top layer of the stone using a series of diamond-grit pads.
The honing process removes light surface damage while maintaining a soft, matte appearance—perfect for homeowners who prefer a modern, low-sheen look.
After honing, we apply a high-quality sealer to protect against moisture and staining.
Best For:
Honed marble, limestone, or travertine
Bathroom vanities with dull patches
Floors with visible wear or acid etching
Why It Matters:
Even small scratches and etches can make stone more vulnerable to further damage. Honing corrects these imperfections, leaving your surfaces smooth, consistent, and protected.
3. Clean Polish & Seal – Restoring the Shine
When stone has lost its reflective brilliance but isn’t deeply scratched or etched, Clean Polish & Seal is the perfect solution.
This light restoration process brings back the glossy, mirror-like finish of polished stone through a precise mechanical polishing sequence. We finish the process with a sealing treatment that enhances protection without altering color or clarity.
Best For:
Polished marble or granite countertops
Bathroom walls or vanities that have dulled over time
High-visibility areas like foyers and kitchen islands
Why It Matters:
A polished finish not only highlights the stone’s natural veining but also makes cleaning easier by reducing surface porosity. It’s ideal for spaces where you want that signature marble shine.
4. When to Re-Seal Your Stone
Even the best sealer wears down over time. For most residential surfaces, sealing should be done every 18–24 months to maintain optimal protection.
In high-traffic commercial areas, sealing may be needed every 6–12 months.
A simple test: sprinkle a few drops of water on the surface.
If the water darkens the stone or absorbs quickly, it’s time to reseal.
5. The Importance of Grout and Caulk Care
Stone restoration often includes more than just the stone itself. Grout and caulk lines play a crucial role in both appearance and performance.
At Rose Restoration, we always replace caulk rather than “touch it up,” ensuring a fresh, watertight seal. For grout, color touch-ups are possible but may have slight tone variations depending on the age of the material. Keeping these joints properly maintained helps prevent water intrusion and preserves the structural integrity of your stone installations.
6. Changing the Finish – Design-Driven, Not Maintenance
Sometimes, homeowners wish to change a stone’s finish—from matte to polished or vice versa. While possible, this is a labor-intensive process that requires refinishing the entire surface, including edges and grout lines. It’s typically a design decision rather than a maintenance need.
Our specialists can guide you through this process to ensure your vision aligns with the stone’s natural characteristics and your lifestyle needs.
7. Setting a Maintenance Schedule
Routine care is key to preserving the beauty of natural stone. We recommend:
Residential: Maintenance every 12–24 months
Commercial/Hotels: Maintenance every 3–6 months
Regular cleaning, sealing, and inspection prevent minor issues from turning into costly repairs—and keep your stone surfaces looking timeless.
Preserve the Natural Beauty of Your Stone
Your marble floors, limestone showers, and granite countertops deserve professional care that matches their quality. Whether your goal is to refresh, restore, or simply protect, Rose Restoration offers customized solutions backed by decades of expertise.
Our team helps you choose the right service for your specific stone type and condition, ensuring that your surfaces remain as stunning and resilient as the day they were installed.
Contact us today to learn more about maintaining and restoring your home’s natural stone with confidence.
