Stone Care Resources
Guides, tips, and insights from Las Vegas's trusted stone restoration experts. Learn how to protect and maintain your natural stone surfaces.
We started this blog because the same questions kept coming up on every job. Homeowners wanted to know why their marble went dull after six months, or whether that white haze on their travertine was something they caused. Most of the stone care advice online is written for climates with soft water and moderate humidity. That doesn't apply here. Las Vegas water hardness runs 16-22 grains per gallon, summer heat bakes surfaces past 160°F, and the UV index regularly hits extreme levels. Stone behaves differently under those conditions, and the maintenance advice should reflect that.
Everything here comes from our IICRC-certified team's hands-on experience restoring stone across the Las Vegas Valley. We write about what we actually see on job sites, not theory.
Browse by topic to find what you need. Stone Care Guides cover cleaning routines and sealing schedules for different stone types. Problem Solving helps you identify and fix common damage like etching, hard water stains, and lippage. Las Vegas Living tackles issues specific to our desert climate and municipal water. Before & After shows real restoration projects from local homes. And Industry Insights covers the technical side for homeowners who want to understand what's actually happening to their stone at a deeper level.
Have a question we haven't covered? Reach out and we may turn it into a future post.
Most countertop damage in Summerlin homes can be repaired for a fraction of replacement cost. Here's how to tell when repair is the right call — and when it's not.
Expert Stone Repair Team
Feb 20, 2026
Las Vegas water measures 291 ppm hardness. Combined with desert evaporation, it creates mineral deposits that etch and dull countertop stone faster than most homeowners realize.
Expert Stone Repair Team
Feb 20, 2026
Las Vegas has the second-hardest water in America at 291 PPM. Learn how this affects your marble, travertine, and granite, and what to do about it.
Expert Stone Repair Team
Jan 4, 2026
Those dull spots on your marble aren't stains. They're etch marks. Learn what causes marble etching and when to DIY vs. call professionals.
Expert Stone Repair Restoration Experts
Dec 28, 2025
Your pool deck faces triple threats: 300+ days of UV, chlorine splash, and 150°F+ surface temps. Here's how to keep travertine looking great.
Expert Stone Repair Team
Dec 21, 2025
Travertine is beautiful but demands proper care, especially in Las Vegas. These 10 maintenance tips protect your investment and extend time between professional services.
Expert Stone Repair Restoration Experts
Dec 14, 2025
Dull marble frustrates homeowners. Is it etching? Traffic wear? Hard water? Learn to identify what's causing your marble's dullness and the right solution.
Expert Stone Repair Team
Dec 7, 2025
Professional sealing is your stone's best defense against Las Vegas's extreme conditions. Learn when to seal, what products work, and why DIY often fails.
Expert Stone Repair Restoration Experts
Nov 30, 2025
Those uneven tile edges aren't just unsightly. They're a trip hazard. Learn what causes lippage and how professional grinding creates flat, seamless floors.
Expert Stone Repair Team
Nov 23, 2025
Some stone care is safe for DIY. Other tasks require professionals. This guide helps you know when to save money and when to protect your investment.
Expert Stone Repair Restoration Experts
Nov 16, 2025
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