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Call (905) 270-2959Stone care glossary · Restoration process
A poultice is a paste that draws a stain out of stone.
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Definition
It's an absorbent powder mixed with a chemical that suits the stain. It's spread on, covered, and left to pull the stain up, then checked and repeated if needed.
Why it matters
It's often the safest first step, because it can lift a stain without grinding the surface.
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Related terms
A stain is colour that has soaked into stone from oil, rust, dye, or organic matter.
Finishes & careAn alkaline cleaner is a high-pH cleaner that breaks down grease, oil, and organic buildup.
Finishes & careA pH-neutral cleaner is neither acidic nor alkaline, so it cleans stone without harming it.
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