Marble is one of the most durable building and decorative materials on the planet. But that doesn't mean it's impenetrable. Like any rock, marble can be prone to chipping, cracking, staining, and other damage. When your marble becomes damaged, it's best to get it repaired as quickly as possible. Procrastinating marble repair can lead to bigger problems. Marble Repair The longer you wait to repair damaged marble, the bigger the risk that the problems are going to get bigger. Small chips that...

Marble and granite are both hugely popular among homeowners today for kitchen and bathroom countertops, flooring, and even walls and decorative home elements. But the average homeowner typically can't tell the difference between these two luxury surface materials. The fact is there is a vast difference between marble and granite. And the one you should choose for your kitchen, bathroom, or another area of your home depends on a lot of different factors. The Essential Difference Both marble ...

Marble is one of the fastest-growing home building materials in terms of popularity. But where do you turn if your marble countertop, flooring, or other fixture becomes damaged, worn, or even just stained or dirty? Don't worry, you got a guy! Love Marble has been servicing marble, granite, and other luxury building materials in the New York region for more than a decade. We have quickly become the go-to marble repair, installation, and cleaning company for businesses, homeowners, and institut...

When it comes to kitchen countertops, homeowners have a lot of choices. Marble and granite are among the most popular right now. But there's are other countertop materials available including soapstone, quartz, and even ceramic tile. All have their benefits. They also have their limitations and drawbacks. The countertop that works best for your kitchen will depend on a number of specific factors. Personal Preference The biggest factor is which countertop material you like best. A good plan ...

To look its best, marble needs to be polished periodically. How frequently depends on a variety of factors, including where it's located, how much traffic it receives, and how old it is. Generally, it's a good idea to polish marble floors in high use areas such as office lobbies at least once every two weeks. Marble with heavy traffic wear -- such as train station waiting halls, hospital hallways, or hotel lobbies -- might require even more frequent polishing to look optimal. Marble surfac...

When you need marble installation, repair, or maintenance in a hurry, you have two choices: You can open the yellow pages or go online and roll the dice with whatever marble company catches your eye first. Or you can choose the New York area's most reliable and trusted marble experts: Love Marble. Marble, granite, terrazzo, and other superior stone surfaces are too valuable to trust to an unknown entity. When you need your marble serviced, your first call should be to the trusted marble exper...

A lot of people who install marble in their homes or businesses fail to properly maintain it. When you don't polish marble according to a regular schedule, it can quickly start to look dull, waxy, and fade into the background. So instead of having luxurious flooring, countertops, or marble decorative features,  they end up spending a lot of money on something that just looks ordinary. Worst of all, marble that is not regularly polished can deteriorate far faster than properly maintained marb...

One of the most challenging aspects of working with marble is simply getting it where it is going in one piece -- literally. Marble is a natural stone that is mined from the ground in places like Italy, eastern Europe, and even some quarries in the United States. Crude marble is refined in a mill then cut into sheets which are then transported to manufacturers for final sizing and finishing. When consumers order marble countertops and other surfaces, the pieces are typically cut to order then...

Marble isn't for everybody. It's expensive, luxurious, and heavy. That's why only the most exclusive homes and businesses feature marble flooring, walls, countertops, and decorative features. If you have gone to the expense and trouble of installing marble in your home, business, or public building, the best way to get the most out of your investment is to properly maintain it with regular inspection, cleaning, and polishing. Marble Inspection Marble is a rock that is mined from the ground ...

All-natural marble is one of the most durable building materials on earth. No wonder marble installed thousands of years ago in ancient temples, monuments, and public buildings is still standing proudly. But like all materials, marble requires some care and maintenance. And the more use it gets, the more cleaning, care, and maintenance it requires. Marble floors, wall-coverings, and countertops that experience a lot of physical touching need the most regular help. Caring for Marble What hap...