Arizona Stone Care

Types of Flagstone Surfaces

Flagstone services are commonly provided for:

• Patios and pool decks
• Walkways and paths
• Interior and exterior flagstone floors

Flagstone is a porous natural stone that can collect dirt, dust, and contaminants and may become difficult to clean or lack definition if left untreated.

Flagstone Cleaning and Restoration Process

Typical steps in restoring flagstone surfaces include:

1. Deep cleaning – Using appropriate cleaning solutions and equipment to remove in-ground soiling, contaminants, and surface build-up.
2. Stain treatment – Treating areas of staining, such as paint or glue; in many cases, most staining can be significantly reduced or removed.
3. Repairs as needed – Addressing damaged or deteriorated areas where possible.
4. Drying period – Allowing the flagstone to dry thoroughly prior to sealing (the website notes a typical drying time of around 10 days before sealing is applied).
5. Sealing – Applying a tested flagstone sealer designed to enhance the natural colors and shades of the stone without creating an artificial "plastic" look. The sealer also helps reduce or eliminate shaling (surface splintering) and provides protection against common stains.

The site notes that certain incorrect floor sealers, once applied, can be extremely difficult or impossible to remove, which is why professional selection and application of the sealer is important.

Benefits of Professional Flagstone Care

• Reveals the natural colors and shades in the flagstone that may not have been visible when dirty.
• Makes the surface easier to clean and maintain.
• Helps protect against stains and surface deterioration.

Service Area for Flagstone Work

Flagstone cleaning and restoration services are available throughout the Phoenix Valley, including Phoenix, Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Mesa, Chandler, Gilbert, Queen Creek, Ahwatukee, and surrounding communities listed in the main service area document.

Customers can call the main office number or request a free quote online to discuss the condition of their flagstone patios, paths, or floors and what restoration options are recommended.

Stone, Tile and Grout Cleaning, Polishing, Sealing and Repair Services

Arizona Stone Care focuses on making stone and tile surfaces look like new again while protecting them for long-term use. Services are available for both homes and businesses and cover floors, countertops, showers, walls, patios, and walkways.

Core Services

Arizona Stone Care provides the following types of work:

• Stone, tile, and grout cleaning – Deep cleaning of natural stone, porcelain, and ceramic tile to remove embedded dirt, grease, and grime from both the surface and grout joints.
• Stone and tile polishing – Polishing floors, countertops, showers, and other stone surfaces to enhance color and restore shine; in many cases the finish can look better than when it was new.
• Natural stone restoration and repair – Restoring worn, dull, chipped, cracked, or otherwise damaged stone so it looks fresh and uniform again.
• Sealing stone, tile, and grout – Applying high-quality penetrating sealers to help protect stone and grout from staining and make day-to-day cleaning easier.
• Repairing chips and cracks – Filling and repairing chips, cracks, holes, and other defects in stone surfaces using appropriate materials to blend with the surrounding stone.
• Diamond honing and surface honing – Using specialized honing equipment and abrasives on stone surfaces to remove scratches, etches, and traffic wear prior to polishing and sealing.

Types of Stone and Tile Commonly Serviced

Arizona Stone Care works on many different natural and manufactured materials, including:

• Travertine
• Marble
• Limestone
• Flagstone
• Slate
• Saltillo
• Porcelain tile
• Ceramic tile
• Granite

Customers who are unsure about their specific stone or tile type can contact the company for guidance.

Grout Cleaning, Coloring and Sealing

In addition to stone and tile care, Arizona Stone Care offers grout-focused services:

• Grout cleaning – Deep cleaning of grout lines to remove built-up dirt and discoloration.
• Grout coloring – Applying color treatments to grout to change or refresh its appearance and provide a more uniform look.
• Grout sealing – Sealing grout to help protect against future staining and make routine cleaning easier.

These services are available on interior and exterior installations such as floors, showers, counters, pools, and other tiled areas.

Typical Uses

Common areas serviced include:

• Interior floors (kitchens, living areas, hallways, bathrooms)
• Showers and tub surrounds
• Kitchen and bathroom countertops
• Entryways and foyers
• Outdoor patios, pool decks, and walkways

Customers can request a free quote to discuss the current condition of their stone or tile and what level of cleaning, polishing, restoration, or repair is recommended.

Contact Details

Main phone: 480-232-6264 Additional phone: 602-932-0011 Email: info@arizonastonecare.com

Mesa office (headquarters) 505 W 8th Ave #17 Mesa, AZ 85210

Scottsdale office 6908 E Thomas, #202-1 Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Office hours (Mesa office) Monday – Saturday: 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM

For estimates and scheduling, customers can request a free quote by phone, email, or the contact form on the website.

Service Areas

Arizona Stone Care serves homeowners and businesses throughout the Phoenix Valley, including but not limited to:

• Ahwatukee
• Anthem
• Apache Junction
• Avondale
• Buckeye
• Carefree
• Cave Creek
• Chandler
• Desert Hills
• El Mirage
• Fountain Hills
• Gilbert
• Glendale
• Goodyear
• Laveen
• Litchfield Park
• Maricopa
• Mesa
• Paradise Valley
• Peoria
• Phoenix
• New River
• Queen Creek
• San Tan Valley
• Scottsdale
• Sun City
• Surprise
• Tempe
• Tolleson
• Tonopah
• Waddell
• Youngtown

Types of Surfaces and Materials

Arizona Stone Care services a wide range of natural stone and tile materials used on floors, countertops, showers, walls, patios, and walkways, including:

• Travertine
• Marble
• Limestone
• Flagstone
• Slate
• Saltillo
• Porcelain tile
• Ceramic tile
• Granite

If a customer has a stone or tile surface that is not listed here, they are encouraged to contact the company to discuss whether it can be serviced.

Selected Customer Feedback

The website features feedback from customers who have used Arizona Stone Care for services such as travertine, marble, and other natural stone work. Examples include:

• A customer in San Tan Valley describing how the crew moved furniture for them, completed the work, cleaned up thoroughly, and left the floor "finished and beautiful."
• A customer in Phoenix noting that they chose Arizona Stone Care for sealing newly installed tumbled travertine because of the company's knowledge and willingness to stand behind the job.
• A customer in Scottsdale mentioning that the team arrived on time, provided different gloss-level demonstrations, and helped them choose a finish they were very pleased with.

These testimonials appear in multiple places across the site and are representative of the customer experience the company aims to provide.

Online Ratings and Recognition

From the information on the website, Arizona Stone Care notes that it has:

• Strong ratings and reviews on platforms such as Google, Yelp, Houzz, and Facebook.
• An A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau (BBB).

Customers who want to see more feedback can browse reviews and before-and-after photos via the company's online gallery and review links on the website.

What This Means for New Customers

The published feedback suggests that customers often highlight:

• Professionalism and punctuality of the crews.
• Clear communication and education about stone and tile care options.
• Careful protection of the home during work.
• Noticeable improvement in the appearance of floors, countertops, and other surfaces after service.

Prospective customers can request a free quote by phone, email, or the website contact form to learn more about services and scheduling.

Limestone Cleaning Process

Typical steps for cleaning limestone floors include:

1. Masking and protection – Carefully masking and protecting wood cabinets, doors, wood floors, carpet, and other nearby surfaces before work begins.
2. Dissolving dirt and grease – Applying a natural-stone-safe degreaser to break down and dissolve built-up dirt and grease, including material lodged in the pores and texture of the limestone.
3. Agitation – Using a specially designed rotary scrubber and agitator to work with the cleaning solution and loosen embedded soil from both the stone and grout joints.
4. High-powered extraction – Extracting the suspended soil with specialized equipment built to Arizona Stone Care's specifications. Their units use higher pressure and heat than typical truck-mounted systems (the website notes capability up to 3,000 psi and 275°F) to achieve an intensive clean.

Honing and Polishing Limestone Floors

When simple cleaning is not enough to achieve the desired look, Arizona Stone Care can hone and polish limestone floors:

• Honing – A wet sanding process using multiple grits of abrasive to remove scratches and acidic etching, most commonly in high-traffic areas and kitchens. The website describes a multi-step process, working through progressively finer grits to reveal the floor's true beauty. Deep gouges from heavy furniture may not be removable through honing.
• Polishing – A wet process that uses a polishing compound, worked into a slurry, to produce a reflective finish. Each tile is checked to ensure it meets a consistent level of reflectivity, so the floor has a uniform appearance.

Limestone Repair

Limestone is relatively soft, so cracks, chips, holes, and hollow tiles are common. Arizona Stone Care repairs these issues using epoxy products similar to those used at the quarry when the stone was originally cut. The epoxy is color-matched to each tile, then heated, polished, and blended into the surrounding stone for an attractive finish. The company notes that using other materials (such as grout or adhesives) for repairs can result in poor matches and reduce the value of the floor.

Limestone Sealing

After cleaning and restoration, limestone floors are sealed with high-grade penetrating solvent-based sealers designed for natural stone. Key points from the website include:

• Sealers are absorbed into the stone's pores, helping to keep spills on the surface rather than soaking in.
• Penetrating sealers are not "bulletproof" but are essential for protecting against acidic spills and giving time to address them.
• When properly maintained, the sealer coating typically lasts around 3–5 years.
• Arizona Stone Care uses Stonetech Professional stone sealers on the limestone floors they service.

Limestone Grout Restoration and Maintenance Guidance

Arizona Stone Care also restores and maintains grout associated with limestone installations. The team provides guidance on:

• How to clean limestone tile floors, showers, and countertops.
• Which cleaning products to use or avoid.
• How to maintain the appearance of the grout over time.

Where Limestone Is Commonly Used

Limestone services are suitable for:

• Interior floors (kitchens, living areas, hallways, bathrooms)
• Showers and wet areas
• Outdoor spaces where limestone has been installed

Customers are encouraged to request a free quote to have their limestone floors evaluated and to receive recommendations for cleaning, restoration, or repair.

Marble Cleaning and Restoration

Marble surfaces can become dull, scratched, etched, or stained over time. Arizona Stone Care provides:

• Deep marble cleaning – Using state-of-the-art equipment and proven methods to remove soils and residues from marble floors, countertops, and showers.
• Marble restoration – Restoring marble that has become dull or scratched so that it regains its original shine and clarity.
• Polishing and refinishing – Determining whether the stone needs grinding, honing, polishing, or crystallization based on its condition, then carrying out the appropriate process to achieve a deep, even shine.

The website explains that the deep shine on polished stone is achieved by progressively smoothing the surface with finer abrasives until scratches become microscopic and the stone becomes reflective. This process requires specialized knowledge and is not recommended as a do-it-yourself task.

MORE AntiEtch Marble Protection

Arizona Stone Care is a certified MORE AntiEtch marble care company and highlights this service for customers who want added protection against etching and stains.

Key points about MORE AntiEtch from the website:

• Creates a durable, thin, low-visibility coating that prevents acidic substances and tough stains from directly contacting the marble surface.
• Has a crystal-clear finish and can be applied to marble and other sensitive natural stones such as travertine and limestone.
• Suitable for both horizontal and vertical surfaces.
• Does not crack or peel like some other coatings and is designed for long-term performance (the website references a lifespan of up to about ten years for the treatment).
• Safe for food-grade surfaces and has low porosity, helping reduce germ retention.

Residential and Commercial Marble Services

Arizona Stone Care serves both homeowners and commercial clients, offering:

• Marble floor cleaning, polishing, and sealing.
• Marble countertop cleaning, polishing, and protection.
• Marble shower and bath restoration.
• Anti-etching and stain-protection treatments using MORE AntiEtch.

The company emphasizes that marble is sensitive to acids (similar to limestone and travertine), and that professional sealing and maintenance help prevent and manage etching and stains.

Reputation and Qualifications (Marble Services)

For marble and other stone services, Arizona Stone Care notes:

• Strong online reviews on platforms such as Google, Yelp, Houzz, and Facebook.
• An A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau.
• Specialized training and certification for MORE AntiEtch marble care.

Customers interested in marble cleaning, polishing, sealing, or AntiEtch protection can contact Arizona Stone Care for a free estimate and recommendations based on the current condition and use of their marble surfaces.

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