Natural Stone and Tile - Restoration vs. Replacement

Everything has to be replaced sooner or later right? In a perfect world, everything would last forever - youth, beauty, summer and our flooring and countertop surfaces. When it comes to replacing flooring and countertops, tile and natural stone surfaces, it might make sense for you to consider restoration before replacement. The National Association of Home Builders says natural stone floors can last a lifetime if they are cared for properly.




Restoration will extend the life of your floor, wall or countertop for 5-15 years. Extending the life of your surfaces is not only cost effective, it helps the environment.

• Cost Effective - Generally a fraction of the cost of replacement. Replacing surfaces equals Demolition, disposal, plus new materials and installation.


• Less time out of service - the work is usually quicker to complete than replacement


• Greener - Avoids costly and environmentally unfriendly disposal of the original material. Avoids the byproducts and environmental impact of manufacture, fabrication and installation of new materials


• Tax Benefits - Rental property repairs (restorations) are deductible in the year they are performed. Renovations (replacements) must be depreciated over multiple years. *we do not provide tax advice - see your accountant for advice.

Replacing your tile or stone floors and counters makes sense if the surface doesn't match your renovation designs. But, if you work around the existing material, restoration may be the best, most cost effective choice for you. For a professional assessment of your surfaces to determine whether they are a good restoration candidate, call us at 808.877.0222

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Notes on Refinishing

"Reduction benefits the environment

The goal of "Reduction" is to reduce the amount of new goods that we buy and consume. When you refinish your old bathtub, sink, cabinets or countertops, they look almost brand new and there is no need for replacement and there is no need to dispose of them, thereby benefiting the environment.

When we refinish cabinets for instance, we decrease the need to cut down new trees, process and transport them for manufacturing into the beautiful kitchen or bathroom cabinet. Refinishing cabinets, porcelain or acrylic surfaces reduces pollution, saves money and time and importantly the environment." - Quoted from: http://refinishingstars.com/best_green_remodeling_alternative.html

Reference: National Assoc of Home Builders Quote