What is the difference between calcareous and siliceous stone?

Calcareous stones (marble, limestone, travertine, bluestone, terrazzo) are composed primarily of calcium carbonate. They react with acid — even a drop of lemon juice causes visible etching. They are generally softer and more porous. Siliceous stones (granite, slate, basalt, sandstone) are composed primarily of silica (quartz). They are acid-resistant, generally harder, and more chemically durable. This distinction is the single most important factor in choosing the right care products.

Is Belgian bluestone the same as granite? Does it need special care?

No! Despite its hard, dark appearance, Belgian bluestone (Petit Granit) is actually a calcareous limestone, not granite. It is acid-sensitive — vinegar, lemon juice, and acid-based cleaners will etch and damage it. Care for bluestone like marble: use only pH-neutral cleaners (MN Wash & Clean), seal with MN Stain-Stop, and always dilute acid products heavily if they must be used. The name 'Petit Granit' is misleading — it is NOT granite.

How do I remove cement haze left after tile installation?

For ceramic/porcelain tiles: use Lithofin KF Cement Residue Remover, undiluted or diluted 1:3 for light haze. Apply, leave 5 minutes, scrub, rinse thoroughly. For acid-resistant natural stone (granite, slate): use Lithofin MN Builders' Clean diluted 1:3. For acid-sensitive stone (marble, limestone, bluestone): use MN Builders' Clean diluted 1:5 to 1:10, pre-wet the surface first, and work quickly. Always rinse very thoroughly after treatment.

What is the best way to maintain bluestone, specifically Belgian blue?

For Belgian blue bluestone, use Lithofin WAX to enhance its natural beauty and provide a protective layer. Regularly clean with a mild detergent and avoid acidic cleaners that can etch the stone. Reseal every few years to keep it looking its best.

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Kakšna je razlika med kalcijevimi in silikatnimi kamni?

Kalcijevi kamni (marmor, apnenec, travertin, bluestone, teraco) so sestavljeni predvsem iz kalcijevega karbonata. Reagirajo s kislino — že kapljica limoninega soka povzroči vidne poškodbe. So na splošno mehkejši in bolj porozni. Silikatni kamni (granit, skrilavec, bazalt, peščenjak) so sestavljeni predvsem iz silicija (kremen). So odporni na kisline, na splošno trši in kemično bolj obstojni. Ta razlika je najpomembnejši dejavnik pri izbiri pravih izdelkov za nego.

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Ali je belgijski bluestone enak granitu? Ali potrebuje posebno nego?

Ne! Kljub trdemu, temnemu videzu je belgijski bluestone (Petit Granit) pravzaprav kalcijev apnenec, ne granit. Je občutljiv na kisline — kis, limonin sok in čistila na osnovi kislin ga bodo poškodovali. Nega bluestone je podobna negi marmorja: uporabljajte le pH-nevtralna čistila (MN Wash & Clean), zatesnite z MN Stain-Stop in vedno močno razredčite kisle izdelke, če jih morate uporabiti. Ime 'Petit Granit' je zavajajoče — NI granit.

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Kako odstranim cementni sloj po polaganju ploščic?

Za keramične/porcelanske ploščice: uporabite Lithofin KF Cement Residue Remover, nerazredčen ali razredčen 1:3 za lahek sloj. Nanesite, pustite 5 minut, skrtačite, temeljito sperite. Za kislinoodporen naravni kamen (granit, skrilavec): uporabite Lithofin MN Builders' Clean razredčen 1:3. Za kislinobčutljiv kamen (marmor, apnenec, bluestone): uporabite MN Builders' Clean razredčen 1:5 do 1:10, površino najprej navlažite in delajte hitro. Po obdelavi vedno zelo temeljito sperite.

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Kakšen je najboljši način za vzdrževanje bluestone, posebej belgijskega modrega?

Za belgijski modri bluestone uporabite Lithofin WAX za poudarjanje naravne lepote in zaščitni sloj. Redno čistite z blagim detergentom in se izogibajte kislim čistilom, ki lahko poškodujejo kamen. Vsakih nekaj let ponovno zatesnite, da bo videti najbolje.

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