After a recent party we discovered a dark red stain, possibly red wine, on our sandstone hearth. What can we do to remove the stain?
Because all natural stone is porous, it tends to soak up stain. But it is this same porosity that gives homeowners an edge in stain removal – you simply reverse the process by applying a chemical poultice, which re-absorbs the spill. The choice of poultice materials will vary depending on the type of stone and the spill. When thoroughly dry, the poultice is removed and the stain should be, too. Consult a stone restoration expert or your stone supplier for more information.
Because all natural stones is porous, it tends to absorb stains. But it is the same porosity that gives homeowners an edge in stain removal – you simply reverse the process by applying a chemical poultice, which re-absorbs the spill. The choice of poultice materials will vary depending on the type of stone and the spill. When thoroughly dry, the poultice is removed and the stain should be, too. See: Stain Removal Page.
