Definitions of The Marble Institute of America (M.I.A.)

*Definitions

Restoration Leveling of a surface by "wet " grinding with silicon carbide and/or diamond pads.
Hone Removal of Scratches by "wet" grinding with diamond pads. (a satin finish with little or no gloss).
Polish To bring the stone surface to a highly reflective state achieved by a friction abrasive and/or a chemical process.
Seal A subsurface treatment formulated to penetrate the stone surface, which enhances resistance to water & oil stains.
Complete Service Polish & Seal all marble floor walls counters Hone where needed.
Service Polish and Seal specific area.
Grout Thin mortar used for filling spaces between tiles or slabs. Examples: Sanded, Non-sanded, Epoxy.
Etch Action or effect of an Acid - based compound on a surface. Seen as dull spots or rings caused by acid - based tile and grout cleaners such as; Vinegar, Wine, Fruit, Vegetables, Orange Juice, Soft Drinks, etc
Strip To remove coatings; most commonly, chemical coatings, may be abrasive.
Poultice A unique mixture, which when applied extricates a stain from natural stone.
Cleaning To remove soap scam, dirt, and dost.
Waxing The application of a paste or a liquid wax to the stone to provide or maintain an Artificial Polish. Therefore we do not perform waxing.
   
   
 

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