Etching & dullness
An acidic spill can leave a lighter or dull area on sensitive stone. Cleaning alone may not correct it; honing or polishing may be needed to restore a consistent finish.
Stone Care · Orange County
Reveal the Character of Stone.
Natural-stone cleaning, honing, polishing and sealing in Orange County. A considered approach to marble, travertine, limestone, granite and other stone surfaces.
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Stone Care
Natural stone cleaning and finish care.
A dull patch is not always dirt. Acid etching changes the finish; scratches alter the surface; stains can sit within the stone. We assess the material and the problem before recommending cleaning, refinishing or protection. The aim is an appropriate finish for your stone and your space, with clear expectations about the work involved.
- Marble & limestone
- Travertine & terrazzo
- Granite surfaces
- Stone floors & counters
Our Stone Process
A finish-led restoration plan.
We confirm the exact treatment after assessing your surfaces. Here is how the work comes together.
- 01
Identify & inspect
Confirm the stone, current finish and visible concerns, including etching, scratches and staining.
- 02
Agree the finish
Discuss whether you prefer the existing sheen, a honed appearance or a polished finish where the material allows.
- 03
Clean the surface
Remove soil and residues so the condition of the stone can be evaluated accurately.
- 04
Hone or polish as needed
Use appropriate abrasive stages and polishing methods when finish correction is part of the agreed work.
- 05
Consider sealing
Evaluate absorption and product compatibility before recommending a penetrating sealer.
- 06
Review the care plan
Walk through the result and explain the products, habits and drying or curing times that suit the finish.
A Little More Attention
Stone countertops
Vanities, kitchen counters and other stone surfaces deserve their own evaluation. Tell us the stone type and any prior coatings before scheduling.
Sealing & maintenance
Sealing can reduce absorption on suitable stone. It does not stop etching or make the surface stain-proof. Some stones do not need the same sealing schedule—or sealing at all.
Prepare for stone care.
Share any installation or stone-supplier information you have, including the material, finish and existing sealer. Clear counters or floor areas and point out marks, repairs and products previously used.
Understand the finish.
Finish correction is different from a routine clean. The recommended scope depends on the stone, its condition and the sheen you want. We can discuss an initial estimate from your information; an on-site assessment confirms the work.
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Stone Care Questions
A closer look at stone care.
Have a question about a particular surface or treatment? Our team can help you plan.
Ask OCD HOMECleaning addresses soil and residue. Honing uses suitable abrasives to refine a stone surface, often producing a matte or lower-sheen finish. Polishing develops a higher sheen on stone that supports it.
No. A penetrating sealer can help resist absorption, but an acid-sensitive stone can still etch. Prompt spill care and stone-appropriate products remain important.
Travertine is one of the stones we assess. Tell us about filled areas, holes, edge damage and the current finish so we can discuss the appropriate scope.
No. A honed finish may be intentional, and not every material or condition calls for polishing. We start with the finish you want to preserve or achieve.
Area, stone type, damage, finish correction and access affect the work. Share photographs and approximate measurements with our team; the final scope is confirmed after assessment.
Follow your stone supplier’s guidance and use a cleaner suitable for that stone and finish. Avoid acidic and abrasive products on sensitive stone, and remove grit before damp cleaning.
Care Guide
Looking after natural stone between visits.
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Stone Care where you live and work.
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Give your stone the right next step.
See pricing, check availability and choose the services your space needs.