Business Owner, Lelia Friedlander advocates for Nevada Businesses in support of bill #SB495

TuffSkin Surface Protection president, Lelia Friedlander spoke in front of the Nevada legislature advocating for local businesses in support of bill #SB495. Four National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) members shared their story and communicated their business experience in favor of bill #SB495. “It is a pleasure using my track record as a business… Read more »

Can You Protect Stone After Installation?

kitchen stone countertop

You finally chose the perfect slab. The veining is beautiful. The finish looks exactly how you imagined. The installation is complete. Then, real life happens. A splash of lemon juice. A ring from a wine glass. A faint dull spot that was not there yesterday. At that point, many homeowners start asking the same question:… Read more »

How to Stop Marble from Etching

kitchen marble countertop with natural stone sealer

Marble has a way of elevating a particular space in a home, hotel, restaurant, or bar. Whether it is a bright white kitchen island or a dramatic bathroom vanity, the look feels luxurious and timeless. Then one day you notice a faint dull spot where a lemon was sliced or a cloudy ring under a… Read more »

Kitchen vs Bathroom Stone Protection Needs

Bathroom vanity

Stone countertops bring a sense of luxury to kitchens and bathrooms, but the reality is that each space exposes the stone to completely different kinds of stress. A kitchen surface deals with daily cooking habits, sharp utensils, and food acids. A bathroom surface is constantly surrounded by steam, skincare products, and moisture. The result is… Read more »

The Top 5 Mistakes Homeowners Make When Caring for Marble and How TuffSkin Solves Them

marble countertop in residential kitchen

Marble is one of those materials that instantly elevates a space. Whether it’s a bright kitchen island or a bathroom vanity with subtle veining, it just feels luxurious. But anyone who’s lived with marble knows it can also be a bit temperamental. If you’ve found yourself babying your counters or panicking every time someone puts… Read more »

What Makes TuffSkin Different from Traditional Sealers and Coatings?

High quality stone and marble texture used as background - modern wallpaper

Natural stone like marble and onyx brings elegance and luxury to any space-but anyone who’s lived with it knows the struggle: one splash of lemon juice or a glass ring from a drink, and suddenly your beautiful surface is marked. For years, sealers and coatings have been the standard method of protecting stone, but they… Read more »

The Solution for Hotel Vanities, Bar Tops, and Commercial Stone Surfaces

Restaurant service bell vintage with bokeh

Stone surfaces like marble and onyx are stunning-there’s no denying that. They bring a polished, high-end feel to hotel bathrooms, restaurant bars, and other commercial interiors. But if you’ve worked in the hospitality industry, you already know the flip side: stone can be fragile, high-maintenance, and quick to show damage in busy environments. That’s why… Read more »

How to Protect Marble Countertops from Wine, Oil, and Acidic Spills

Protecting Your Marble Countertops from Cooking Mishaps: Wine, Oil & Acidic Spills Marble countertops are the crown jewel of any kitchen—sleek, sophisticated, and undeniably luxurious. But if you love to cook, you’ve probably realized that marble’s biggest weakness isn’t just scratches—it’s stains and etching from everyday ingredients like wine, olive oil, and citrus. Imagine this:… Read more »

Creative Ways to Highlight the Marble Countertops in Your Home

Beautiful floral arrangement at center of marble kitchen island

Marble countertops are celebrated for their timeless elegance and distinctive veining, making them a popular choice in kitchens and bathrooms alike. While the natural beauty of marble provides a stunning foundation, the way you accentuate it with design elements can truly elevate its presence in your home. Whether you’re aiming for a bold statement or… Read more »

How to Protect Your Marble Countertops from Stains and Etching

Stains and etching on black marble countertops

When stains and etching start to appear on your marble countertops, the frustration can be imminent. Liquids seep in where they shouldn’t, dull spots appear seemingly overnight, and careful cleaning routines quickly become overwhelming. The good news is that protecting your marble from these issues doesn’t have to be so complicated. By understanding why marble… Read more »

Marble Countertop Cleaning & Maintenance Checklist

Acidic lemon wedge laying on marble countertops without etching

Marble countertops are the epitome of luxury and elegance in any kitchen or bathroom. Their natural veining and timeless beauty add a touch of sophistication that is hard to replicate with other materials. However, marble is also a porous and relatively soft stone, making it susceptible to stains, scratches, and etching. In fact, we see… Read more »