Posts by Ken Pistoresi

Limestone is a calcium-based stone and can become damaged (etched) by acidic substances. It is susceptible to scratching from tracked-in grit, and dulling from grime and wear. Fortunately, we are experts at dealing with these sensitive types of stone.

Travertine is unique and versatile, suitable to a wide range of decorative styles. It can also become dirty or dull-looking, scratched, etched, cracked, chipped, or otherwise damaged with time and use. We can not only restore your travertine, we can make it look brand new again.

Granite, one of the world’s hardest materials, is a rugged and resilient stone that requires specialized knowledge and equipment to restore. Many restoration professionals won’t even touch it. But we have the right tools and techniques to get it looking its absolute best once more.

Onyx is a luminous and stunning stone with rich colors, but etching, wear patterns, scratches, dullness and other problems can really take a toll on its appearance. We can restore the head-turning beauty of your onyx so it looks just as good or better than when it was installed.

If your slate needs professional attention, don’t trust it to just anyone. Slate is a unique stone and its restoration methods are very different than those of marble or granite. The cleft finish must be handled with care. We have the expertise and know how to achieve beautiful results.

Tile cleaning is tough work. Grout cleaning is even harder. And there comes a point when all the mopping in the world doesn’t seem to help. Stop scrubbing that dirty, disgusting grout with your toothbrush and let Clean Sweep do the dirty work for you.