Polishing seams

[WheelsUpCHB]

I'm 405 miles from there.

[Huligar]

wow, that is the closest place that I know of. maybe one of the lurkers that know how to polish seams will speak up?

[WheelsUpCHB]

That's too bad.

Talk about a cash cow, Southern California is a great location for your new shop.

[Huligar]

lol, I am sure that you can find someone in Southern California that can polish seams. If not, this could be a second business for you. find on ore two guys, send them up to the next class, start to promote polish seams and you are good to go.

	class The weekend classes are described by Mr. Huligar as "A true “hands-on” experience. No seats. No stories. No sales pitch. Each student has the opportunity to perform multiple repairs, honing and the highly coveted art of top-polishing an additional note to the counter top repair class; the students receive a full set of tools including a variable polisher inclusive in the price of the class. Everything you need to get started.” Those who have attended the recent class had this to say;

[WheelsUpCHB]

That's not a bad idea. But as you know, it's easier said than done. Never-the-less, what are your franchise details?

As far as finding someone local, I'll look in the internet. Thanks.

[Huligar]

sorry, we dis-like franchise. start a new thread and we would be more happy to discuss it with you.

[Huligar]

here is a short list, I can not and will not say that they can do what you want. They never came to any of my classes, they are not part of the NSRA, but they are members of the forum. please check there referrals before allowing them to do any type of work for you.


chuckr chuckcr@yahoo.com

Clay salters sjvmonica@yahoo.com

D. Harari dharari@royalcareservices.com

David's Marble Service dave_clapper@sbcglobal.net Redding CA

JEFF PLUMB jeffdplumb@aol.com

kirk kirkclean@isp.com

Marin County fburrous@bbc-cleaning.com Novato, CA

Randy Smith corian@fischertile.com

SIMON MO STONEPLUSINC@YAHOO.COM

T. Cavaness tynmia@hotmail.com

toddslamen Todzila888@msn.com Palm Desert, CA

	Marble MARBLE: CHARACTERISTICS This standard includes general information on the characteristics and common uses of marble and identifies typical problems associated with the material. INTRODUCTION Marble is an extremely hard, metamorphic stone composed of calcite (CaCO3). It is formed as a result of the recrystallization of limestone under the intense pressure and heat of geologic processes. The effect of this process is the creation of a stone with a very tight crystalline structure and small but definite porosity. Because of its structure, marble can take a very high polish and is a very popular decorative stone for architectural and sculptural uses. The limited porosity of marble, especially polished marble, makes it less vulnerable to the leaching effects of water. Calcium carbonate, however, of which marble is composed, is highly susceptible to attack by acidic agents. Marble is readily dissolved by acids, even very dilute acids, however the actual results of acidic exposure will vary with the nature of the acid. Chlorides, nitrates, sulfates and other chemical compounds react differently with marble and produce various by-products, which have a wide range of solubility and impact on the durability of marble. For this reason, it is always important to determine the exact type of pollutants causing marble deterioration. Marble itself can be of two types, one composed of calcite and the other of dolomite. Dolomitic marble is much more resistant to acid attack than calcite marble. The color of marble ranges from the brilliant white of calcite to black, including blue-gray, red, yellow and green, depending upon the mineral composition. TYPICAL USES Marble has many decorative and structural uses. It is used for outdoor sculpture as well as for sculpture bases; in architecture it is used in exterior walls and veneers, flooring, decorative features, stairways and walkways. The way in which the stone is used may be a factor in limiting or controlling the severity of exposure. The use or function of the marble may also affect the feasibility of applying certain treatments, but type of use is not the primary factor in the major types of deterioration and damage to which marble is susceptible.

[WheelsUpCHB]

I just got back from Holiday. Thanks for your reply. I'll chek the list and see who is in my area, then go from there.

Maybe I'll look into the West Coast training and see if I can fit it into my schedule...

Cheers!