Stone Care

• Seal your Granite every 1-years to preserve the finish.
• Clean your Granite countertop with a damp cloth or any commercially available cleaner designed specifically for natural stone.
• Do not use bleach or any ammonia products on natural stone countertops.

Dos and Don'ts

• DO dust mop floors frequently
• DO Clean surfaces with mild detergent or stone soap
• DO rinse and dry the surface after washing
• DO blot up spills immediately


• DON'T use vinegar, lemon juice or acidic cleaners on Marble, Travertine or Onyx
• DON'T use abrasive cleaners
• DON'T mic bleach and ammonia

Resources from the Marble Institute Of America

Material Fact Sheets

• Granite
• Limestone
• Marble
• Sandstone
• Slate

Case Studies

• Application of Green Building Certification Programs (LEED) to Natural Stone
• Durability of Stone Flooring in High Traffic Areas
• The Use of Reclaimed Stone in Building Construction
• Solar Reflectance of Natural Stone

Life-Cycle Datasets

• Granite - Life Cycle Inventory Dataset
• Limestone - Life Cycle Inventory Dataset
• Sandstone - Life Cycle Inventory Dataset
• Slate - Life Cycle Inventory Dataset

Best Practices

• Water Consumption, Treatment and Reuse
• Quarry Site Maintenance and Closure
• Solid Waste Management
• Transportation

Questions?