Stone Care: What You Should Know

CEU Course for architects & designers

This one hour course will give design professionals a general understanding of natural stone and the best practices for care and maintenance. Find out what to expect from a stone sealer in both interior and exterior applications and discover the truth about when to seal and when not to seal. Discuss the chemical make-up of different types of cleaners and how they can affect the longevity of your stone installation.

Learning objectives include:

1. Gain a basic understanding of natural stone and how their chemical composition affects their performance
2. Analyze different types of natural stone sealers and cleaning products and what to expect from them.
3. Determine the proper care & maintenance products to use for: flooring, countertop, exterior cladding, or shower applications.
4. Identify common problems with porous materials.