Dust particles can scratch natural stone surfaces over time. Karina Toner, operations manager at Spekless Cleaning, says, ...

Natural stone surfaces don’t require a lot of fancy cleaning products — in fact, when it comes to cleaning them, less is more. Dawn Powerwash Dish Spray. Lowe's.

MB Stone Care in Wilson, N.C., for example, sells a kit with a premixed poultice, stain reaper, and a surface cleaner and oxygenated bleach called Easy Oxy for $48.97.

Natural stone surfaces don’t require a lot of fancy cleaning products — in fact, when it comes to cleaning them, less is more. Dawn Powerwash Dish Spray. Lowe's.

Your outdoor spaces need cleaning and care just like your indoor furnishings and features. Cleaning expert Jon Driscoll ...

When it comes to designing your back garden, there can be a seemingly endless list of questions to work through. One of the most crucial of which is the debate between natural stone vs concrete ...

Deciding on kitchen surfaces can be daunting. For New York–based designer Noa Santos, there’s no improving upon the natural beauty of stone. “It’s such a tactile experience,” says Santos ...

Soapstone is susceptible to scratches because it’s softer than other natural stone surfaces. Though it can run cheaper than other stone countertops, you have to choose wisely.

Natural stone adds elegance, but it comes with its own maintenance needs. Tile floors, meanwhile, ... Sealing grout and stone surfaces creates a protective barrier that helps resist stains and ...

Offering the look of natural stone with a moderate price point and higher stain-resistance, quartz is hugely popular. “Quartz has been the main go-to material,” says firm owner Alexandra Immel.