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Special Care Instructions for Limestone |
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| Scratching
Limestone is a relatively soft stone that will be susceptible to scratching. Limestone should be protected from scratching by using cutting boards for knives. Trivets and placemats should be used under all ceramic, china, and other vessels to prevent the possibility of scratching. Staining Limestone is more porous than many natural stone countertop materials and is extremely susceptible to staining. We treat all limestone countertops with a penetrating stone sealer before installation, a process that helps protect the stone from staining. Coasters and placemats should be used to prevent staining for all drinking glasses or dishes, including water glasses. Avoid leaving any spilled substances on limestone for even a short period of time to reduce the chance of staining (including juices, alcoholic beverages, oils, greases, cosmetics, and standing water). It is recommended that limestone be periodically resealed with a penetrating stone sealer to help reduce staining. Etching Limestones, like marble and other calcareous stones, are referred to as acid sensitive. Calcareous stones are readily dissolved in acid; therefore acidic products, such as lemon or tomato juice should not be used on limestones and marbles. These will cause limestone to etch - the surface finish will dull and change texture. While practically unnoticeable on honed, light-colored surfaces, this is especially a problem with darker-colored limestones where the etching lightens the surface significantly. Wiping spills immediately and taking caution to use only cleansers specified for limestone will help avoid etching your countertop. Storing perfume & similar containers on a piece of glass works well to protect a vanity surface. Burning Limestone does have the potential to burn, so hot pots and pans should not be set directly on countertops. Use trivets, potholders and placemats to protect limestone surfaces. |
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| Nuance Stoneworks, Inc. Seattle, WA 206-669-8547 chris @ nuancestoneworks.com | |||