These 150-year-old Marble Table Tops in Wall, NJ, Look Gorgeous Thanks to Our Stone Polishing Process

March 06, 2024

Marble surfaces are beautiful and stylish, but they are susceptible to damage and can become dull and unappealing without proper care. In many cases, professional help is required to restore long-term damage caused by day-to-day wear or improper cleaning methods.


Our client in Wall, NJ, contacted us because she wanted to revamp her 150-year-old Norwegian marble table tops. The rose marble family heirlooms were gorgeous, but she was unhappy because they looked dull and unappealing. After deciding to look for professional assistance, the owner went online and searched for stone polishing services in Wall, New Jersey, and found Sir Grout Central New Jersey at the top of Google's search results.

She visited our user-friendly website and was happy to find all the information she needed. She read a few of our blog posts and browsed our picture gallery, which gave her the confidence to fill out our online scheduler to request a free evaluation on a day and time that was most convenient for her.


As always, we arrived on time, in uniform, and in our Sir Grout vehicle on the inspection day. We quickly assessed the issues on the marble table tops and noticed the stone had deteriorated over the years, losing its shine and beauty. This problem can occur due to improper maintenance using harsh chemicals or when acidic substances are left to dry on the surface, causing stains and dullness.

After discussing our assessment of the surfaces with the owner, we suggested the best solution to fix the problems and restore the marble table tops. We recommended our stone honing and polishing service using Sir Grout's proprietary products because they are the safest, most advanced products on the market. We told her we would properly address the damage and bring back the shine to the marble surfaces.

We gave her a no-obligation quote outlining the work we would perform. She was pleased with the reasonable quote and immediately requested to schedule the job on a future date and time that was convenient for her.

On the appointed day and time, we returned to our client's house to restore the marble table tops. After preparing the area with clear plastic and masking tape to ensure it was protected while we worked, we set up our equipment and started our multi-step process, letting the homeowner know we were available to answer all her questions.

First, we cleaned the surface using a high-speed scrubber and our exclusive cleaner. We explained to the client that our product uses high-quality ingredients that wouldn't leave a residue or damage the surface.

Next, we honed the stone using low-grit diamond pads. We slowly increased the level of grit until the etch marks, the scratches, and the damage on the marble were completely removed. Then, we polished the entire surface to bring back its shine. We continued grinding using high-end polishing powders, changing the clarity reading of the stone from 11 to 99.3.

Finally, we sealed the surface with an impregnating sealant that protects natural stone against spills, water, etch marks, and stains. Our sealer also enhances the beauty of the marble, and with proper care, it can last for a long time.

After cleaning up, we met with our client and showed her the before and after readings on our clarity meter. The owner was amazed by the results and she was extremely happy because her family heirlooms were beautiful once again. She thanked us for a job that exceeded their expectations and promised to recommend our services to family and friends with any hard surface-related issues like hers. She also mentioned she would leave a five-star review on Google to ensure others knew about Sir Grout's outstanding products and services.

Before leaving, we gave the homeowner some recommendations and helpful tips to keep her rose marble table tops looking great. We recommended a weekly cleaning routine using pH-neutral and soap-free cleaners like Sir Grout's Natural Hard Surface Cleaner. We told her it delivers outstanding results, and because it's non-toxic, it won't harm anyone in their household, including pets.

We don't recommend using soap-based products or substances with acidic properties because they contain harsh chemicals that damage the stone and leave a residue that can dry on the surface, causing discoloration, staining, and other issues like etching. We also told her to keep the surface dry using a towel or a terry cloth and to avoid using abrasive tools because they can scratch the surface.

Ready to bring back the shine to your dull marble surface? Your local Sir Grout Central New Jersey team has the expertise to bring back the beauty to all the hard surfaces in your home and make future maintenance less hassle. Contact us today by calling (732) 551-3737 or by using our online scheduling option to schedule a free quote.