STONE SERVICES Cleaning – to remove embedded dirt, wax and other build-up. Honing – to remove superficial scratches and flaws from foot traffic. Grinding – to eliminate deep scratches, lippage and other imperfections. Sanding – to eliminate extremely deep scratches that need isolated attention. Resurfacing – to remove the dull outside layer of the stone and reveal the beautiful look that once had. Polishing – to achieve a satin / matte, semi-gloss, or high gloss finish. Sealing – to protect your surface from water and oil-based stains, and prevent staining and discolorations. Lippage removal – to eliminate the presence of uneven level floor tiles that are higher and lower than their neighboring tiles due to poor installation.