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Laminate • Floor Cleaning • Carpeting • Carpet CleaningThere are many types of stone used in flooring. The most popular stones are limestone, marble, and granite. Limestone has a smooth surface and can be white, yellow, gray-black, or brown. Marble is veined and can be black, cream, red, or white, as well as green, gold, gray, or pink. Granite is mottled and comes in hues ranging from salt-and-pepper to rust tones to black. You will usually want a professional to install a stone floor, but if you decide to tackle the job yourself, check out these instructions for installing a stone floor. One thing to keep in mind is that because of the heavy weight of the stones, you will need a well-supported subfloor. In addition, because of the varying thicknesses of the stone, you will need a thick cushion of mortar. Dirt and grit do the most damage to a stone floor, so keep area rugs at the entrance to your home to keep abrasives to a minimum. Dust mop your floor frequently with a clean, untreated, dry dust mop. For more extensive cleaning, use a pH-neutral detergent or stone soap; do not use vinegar or lemon juice. For more information about stone floors and stone floor care, visit the Stone World website, which features a good selection of online and print resources. To protect against staining, you should apply an acrylic sealer to your floor immediately after it is installed and once or twice a year thereafter. Also, blot up spills immediately.
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