What types of natural stone do you restore?

We restore marble, granite, limestone, travertine, slate, flagstone, bluestone, soapstone, terrazzo, quartzite, sandstone, and onyx. Our 30+ in-house technicians have the diamond tooling and material knowledge to handle every common natural stone surface in DC, Maryland, and Virginia properties.

How much does professional stone restoration cost?

Stone restoration typically ranges from $5 to $25 per square foot depending on stone type, condition, and finish level. Countertop restoration usually runs $300 to $1,500. Large commercial floors and historic projects are quoted individually. We provide free on-site assessments with detailed written proposals.

Can damaged or etched stone be restored instead of replaced?

In most cases, yes. Etching, scratches, dull spots, chips, and stains can usually be removed through professional diamond honing, polishing, and color-matched repair — at a fraction of the cost of replacement. Restoration also preserves the original stone, which matters for historic and architecturally significant properties.

Do you work in occupied commercial buildings?

Yes. We routinely perform stone restoration in occupied office buildings, hotels, condominiums, hospitals, government buildings, and museums. We coordinate scheduling, use dust containment systems, and work overnight or on weekends to minimize disruption to tenants and operations.

How often should natural stone be professionally restored?

High-traffic commercial stone surfaces typically benefit from professional restoration every 5 to 10 years, with maintenance polishing in between. Residential stone (countertops, bathrooms) varies based on use — kitchen marble countertops with daily acid exposure may need restoration every 3 to 5 years; lower-use surfaces can go a decade or longer.

What areas do you serve?

Rose Restoration serves Washington DC, Northern Virginia (Arlington, Alexandria, Fairfax, McLean, Loudoun), and Maryland (Bethesda, Potomac, Chevy Chase, Montgomery County). For larger commercial projects, we extend further into the Mid-Atlantic. Call 703-327-7676.

Stone Restoration in DC, MD & VA — All Stone Types

Natural stone — marble, granite, limestone, travertine, slate, bluestone, flagstone, soapstone — defines the character of thousands of DC metro area homes, hotels, government buildings, and historic properties. Rose Restoration has been restoring natural stone surfaces across Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia since 1978. In-house crew of 30+ full-time technicians, 40+ years combined experience, preservation-grade methodology as our default.

Free on-site assessment: online form or (703) 327-7676

Natural Stone Types We Restore

Marble

The most versatile and architecturally significant stone in our portfolio. We restore residential marble countertops, foyers, bathroom floors and walls, commercial marble lobbies, hotel marble, government building marble, and museum marble. See our main marble restoration services or residential marble for details. Cost guide: marble restoration cost.

Granite

Residential kitchen countertops, bathroom vanities, outdoor kitchens, bar tops, and commercial installations. Granite restoration includes polish refresh, chip repair, stain removal, and sealer renewal. See our granite restoration services.

Limestone

Historic exterior cladding, interior architectural details, and modern residential installations. Limestone is softer than marble and requires specific restoration chemistry. See our limestone restoration guide.

Travertine

Floors, showers, patios, pool decks, and decorative applications. Travertine’s natural pits and channels need specialized restoration. See our travertine cleaning and restoration guide.

Slate, Flagstone & Bluestone

Natural stone patios, entry walkways, stair treads, fireplace hearths, and exterior landscape stone. These stones develop efflorescence (white residue) and need periodic stripping, cleaning, and sealing. See our residential slate services and slate/flagstone/bluestone restoration guide.

Soapstone

Historic and modern residential kitchen countertops, bathroom vanities, and decorative surfaces. Soapstone is softer than most stone and requires oil-based maintenance rather than polish. See our soapstone care guide.

Terrazzo

Technically a composite, not a natural stone — but we restore it using the same diamond-honing methodology. Historic and modern terrazzo in government buildings, commercial lobbies, hotels, schools, and residential installations. See our terrazzo restoration services.

Other natural stone

Sandstone, quartzite, onyx, and specialty stones are restored using methodology appropriate to each material’s hardness, porosity, and finish characteristics.

Our Stone Restoration Services

Diamond honing & polishing — progressive grits remove etching, scratches, and surface damage. Polishing builds up to mirror finish (or satin/honed if specified).
Deep cleaning — pH-neutral stone-safe chemistry removes embedded soil and cleaning product residue without damaging stone.
Chip and crack repair — color-matched polyester or epoxy resin for chips, cracks, and spalled sections. Ground flush and finished to match surrounding stone.
Stain removal — poultice or mechanical removal for oil, wine, coffee, citrus, ink, and other staining. Different staining types require different approaches.
Sealing — penetrating impregnating sealers appropriate to each stone type. Reduce porosity and improve stain resistance without changing appearance.
Marble Armor protection — invisible composite film that protects marble, limestone, and other stone from etching and staining. See Marble Armor services.
Efflorescence removal — for slate, flagstone, and bluestone with white mineral residue.
Joint and grout work — stone joint cleaning, regrouting, and caulk replacement in conjunction with stone restoration.

Who We Restore Stone For

Residential homeowners — kitchen countertops, master bathrooms, foyer floors, fireplace surrounds, and outdoor stone installations
Luxury hotels & resorts — lobby marble, spa stone, bar tops, guest bathroom surfaces. See our Four Seasons Hotel DC case study.
Federal government & institutions — Cabinet departments, congressional offices, federal courthouses, embassies, cultural institutions. See our IMF, Smithsonian, Marine Barracks, and Virginia State Capitol case studies.
Country clubs & private clubs — clubhouse stone, dining rooms, locker rooms, spa facilities. See our Congressional Country Club case study.
Historic buildings — National Register properties, listed buildings, preservation-grade work throughout DC metro.
Commercial properties — Class A office lobbies, corporate headquarters, retail build-outs, medical facilities. See our commercial services.
General contractors — specialty stone subcontractor for new construction, renovation, and restoration projects. See our GC services.

Stone Restoration Cost

Stone restoration pricing varies by material, scope, and environment. Typical ranges:

Residential countertops: $200–$1,500 per surface depending on material and size
Residential floor restoration: $6–$15 per SF depending on condition
Commercial marble lobby: $5–$15 per SF for full restoration
Hotel lobby package: $10,000–$50,000+ depending on size
Chip/crack repair: $100 per hour plus materials
Historic preservation-grade work: project-specific, includes period-appropriate methodology

See our full pricing guides by material:

Why Rose Restoration for Natural Stone

40+ years of DC metro experience. We’ve restored stone in most major hotels, government buildings, country clubs, and thousands of residential properties across Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia.
In-house crew of 30+ technicians. No subcontractors. Same Rose crew on every visit — continuity matters for multi-year maintenance programs.
Preservation-grade methodology. Default for historic buildings. Secretary of the Interior Standards compliance.
All natural stone types under one team. Marble, granite, limestone, travertine, slate, bluestone, soapstone — we don’t hand off between specialists.
Multi-material capability. Stone alongside metal, wood, concrete, terrazzo, and grout on the same engagement.
Hospitality-grade finish standards. Mirror-polish consistency, no hot spots, no uneven finish between adjacent areas.
Overnight and off-hours scheduling. Standard for commercial, government, and institutional work.
Discretion. No photography of restricted spaces, no promotional sharing of sensitive property specifics.

Where We Serve

We restore natural stone throughout the DC metro area, including:

Washington DC — all neighborhoods from Georgetown to Capitol Hill to the Wharf
Northern Virginia — Arlington, Alexandria, McLean, Great Falls, Vienna, Fairfax, Reston, Tysons, Herndon, Oakton
Maryland — Bethesda, Chevy Chase, Potomac, Rockville, Silver Spring, Gaithersburg, Kensington, Annapolis

See city-specific stone restoration pages for your area: Arlington, Bethesda, McLean, Washington DC, Potomac.

Ready to Restore Your Natural Stone?

Free on-site assessment for residential, commercial, hospitality, government, and historic natural stone projects throughout Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia.

Call: (703) 327-7676 | Online: request a free assessment