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      1504 SE Woodward St.
      Portland, OR 97202

      Monday-Friday
      8:00am-5:00pm



      (503) 234-5361



      CCB #53305
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Lemon etch marble sample

Q&A: Why does marble etch?

By Stone Center Inc on November 5, 2014 in Care & Maintenance, Q&A

A: Etching is the result of a chemical reaction between acid and the calcium carbonate found in marble (and also limestone and travertine). Here is a picture of a sample of marble that has been etched by a lemon left on it for 5 and 10 minutes. You can see how quickly the chemical reaction takes […]

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We would like to thank you for your time and expertise in providing and installing our new counter tops and back splashes in the Kitchen and Pantry. I would express our thanks in working our order into your schedule and completing the installation in our home. Many thanks to all the employees who made the templates, cutting the granite and the installer who helped moving the large pieces into our unit. All was done in a professional way and we are grateful. Your firm is at the top.

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