What to Expect

What to Expect

Where the only priority is customer satisfaction and restoring nature’s beauty.

Pricing

Stone is a natural product and comes in all types, sizes, color, densities and surrounding environment. Every piece of stone has its own uniqueness and hence FS&M does not typically provide job estimates without seeing the product. Although we tend to use square footage pricing, there are other factors that could alter this methodology.

FS&M will gladly provide per hour or daily rate pricing for certain types of services. FS&M does have a job minimum of $250.00, which is typically a 2 hour process (i.e. vanity top, crack repair).

FS&M provides discounted pricing for maintenance customers if service is provided at least annually as recommended for residential properties. Commercial properties require more frequent maintenance.

Stone care is like art work and requires highly skilled professionals with a focus on complete customer satisfaction. FS&M has made building customer trust and rapport a foundation of its business model and are gracious for the more than 30years of service in North Florida and Georgia.

How to Care for Your Stone

Natural stone adds a classic elegance to your home that’s hard to match. Yet, proper care and cleaning are critical factors in keeping your stone surfaces looking just as beautiful as they did when you first installed them.

Here’s a list of dos and don’ts for the proper cleaning and maintenance of your natural stone surfaces for the residential setting:

It’s Ok!

  • Do protect your natural stone tables and countertops from damage by using trivets, coasters, and placemats, and use area rugs, runners, or mats to cover heavily trafficked floor areas.
  • Do dust mop natural stone floors daily. Dust other stone surfaces often.
  • Damp mop floors as needed, using a pH-neutral cleaner.
  • Do clean up spills immediately — especially acidic liquids on marble and other soft stone surfaces. Blot rather than rubbing to avoid surface dulling or etching.
  • Do use a specialized marble and granite cleaner or a mild detergent for cleaning. Neutral pH cleaners are best. Be sure your cleaner’s label states that it’s safe for use on natural — not cultured — marble. Rinse with clear water and dry thoroughly.
  • Do consider sealing your natural stone surfaces to protect them.

Don’t Do It!

  • Don’t use harsh liquid or foam cleaners on or near your natural stone surfaces. These include ammonia, window cleaner, bleach, and toilet-bowl cleaner.
  • Don’t use cleaners designed to remove mineral deposits or soap scum — even in your shower — unless the label states they are safe for use on natural stone.
  • Don’t use abrasive cleaners, such as cleanser or steel wool pads on your stone surfaces. Avoid soft cleansers as well.
  • Don’t clean soft natural stone with lemon juice, vinegar, or any other acid-based cleaner.
  • Don’t use stone soap on your natural stone. It leaves a deposit that’s difficult to remove.
  • Don’t damp-mop your newly installed stone floor right away. To avoid streaking, dust-mop or vacuum until all signs of white powder are gone.