Glossary of Services & Materials

Understand the terminology behind our stone care services. Click each term to explore the full service or material page.

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About Us
Learn about our company’s 30+ years of experience in stone restoration, our family-owned beginnings, and our Peabody Guarantee.
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Anti-Etch Coating
A protective acrylic treatment applied to marble and other stones to prevent etch marks from acids, while maintaining the natural finish.
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See Protective Treatments


Cement
A durable man-made material often used in modern floors and counters. Requires proper cleaning, sealing, and occasional polishing.
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Explore Cement Services


Ceramic
A clay-based, kiln-fired surface popular in kitchens and bathrooms. We clean, polish, and protect ceramic to extend its life.
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View Ceramic Services

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Granite Polishing
A service to restore shine and seal hard, scratch-resistant granite surfaces, especially in kitchens and baths.
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Granite Polishing


Man-Made & Ceramic Surfaces
Includes cement, ceramic, porcelain, terrazzo, and quartz surfaces. These require specialized care to preserve appearance and durability.
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Man-Made Surfaces


Marble Polishing
Restores scratched, dull, or etched marble surfaces using a diamond polishing system for a mirror or matte finish.
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Marble Polishing

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Natural Stone Polishing
Deep restoration for all natural stone types to remove etch marks, scratches, and dirt. Custom finish from high gloss to matte.
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Natural Stone Polishing


Porcelain
A tough, water-resistant surface often used for bathrooms and countertops. We provide polishing and stain protection.
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Porcelain Services


Protective Treatments
Includes anti-etch coatings and stone sealing to guard against staining, wear, and acid damage.
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Protective Treatments


Quartz
An engineered surface popular for counters. Though scratch-resistant, it can lose shine without proper cleaning and polishing.
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Quartz Surface Care


Repair Services
We repair chips, cracks, and holes in natural stone, restoring both durability and appearance.
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Stone Repairs

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Saltillo, Terracotta & Mexican Tile
Clay-based tiles with rustic charm that need delicate polishing and sealing for longevity and appearance.
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Terracotta & Saltillo Services


Stone Cleaning
Thorough, non-abrasive cleaning of all stone types, removing grime, soap scum, and buildup without damaging surfaces.
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Stone Cleaning


Stone Polishing
General polishing of older stone surfaces to restore lost shine and luster. Ideal for high-traffic areas.
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Stone Polishing


Stone Surface Cleaning
Surface-level maintenance for floors, walls, and counters made of stone, removing visible buildup before sealing or polishing.
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Stone Surface Cleaning


Terrazzo
A composite surface made from marble chips in concrete. We polish terrazzo without wax to restore a natural, durable finish.
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Terrazzo Services


Travertine Polishing
We polish travertine to remove scratches and enhance clarity, available in honed or high-gloss finishes.
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Travertine Polishing