Tips and Articles

Some natural stones that are definitely not granite are being sold as if they were. Here are some ways you may be able to tell whether it really is granite.

If you’ve noticed thin, bare areas on carpets or rugs made with wool or silk, you likely have a carpet beetle problem. Learn how to get rid of them.

Learn how to clean up bird droppings on natural stone, remove the stains that may persist after cleaning, and avoid having to do the same thing again next week.

Puppy potty training is a special challenge for carpet owners. Here are some quick tips and some practical advise on carpet care after accidents happen.

Streaking is a cloudy, uneven pattern on the surface of natural stone floors. This article explains the causes of streaking and what you can do to get rid of it.

If you have kids or teenagers, then you’ve probably heard some well-intended but misguided advice about avoiding carpet flooring. Here’s why we think otherwise.

Read this article to learn about cleaning methods that can cause an unsightly appearance or even permanent damage to tile and grout.

After professional cleaning, it’s important to dry carpets as quickly as possible. Humid conditions slow the drying process. Here are a few suggestions.

Here’s what you need to know if you currently have or are considering more than one type of stone for floors or other applications.

Read this article to learn how to deal with the most common problems with new carpeting, so you don’t run the risk of actually making the problem worse.