> Ron,
>
> If its Indiana limestone it wont be a problem. This type of limestone has
> a
> tendency to oxidize on the surface when newly installed and after a period
> of time it will disappear. The ole timers call this quarry sap but it is
> only surface oxidation that will disappear in time. This happens to all
> Indiana limestone. If this is what is happening. Take a look at the
> Indiana
> limestone manual and you will see this mentioned. Now if its not Indiana
> limestone it can be a different problem.  Do you have pics?
>
> I beleive the document is free at their site   http://iliai.com/index.php
>
>
> I'll forward the pics in the am....working on three things now. I'm sure
he will be pleased to hear this news. Thanks for the doc and I'll look
forward to talking with you tomorrow.

There is a special project I have been working on for the last two years.
It is the restoration of the "tomb of the unknown soldier", it looks like
I am getting close. My pitch to the powers that be is that we will accept
money for tuition/materials etc. and hand pick a few service disabled vets
and teach them the stone restoration craft. We will have veterans working
on the restoration of the tomb. I was hoping that I could count on you
WHEN I land this project.  Feel free to share your thoughts on this.
Thanks again.

Ron
>
> On Thu, Jan 14, 2010 at 9:06 PM, <rmoore@americanstonecare.com> wrote:
>
>> > RonRon
>>
>
>
>
>> >
>> > as you are aware there are hundreds of types of limestone, so I would
>> need
>> > to know what type it is first.  Secondly I would need to know how it
>> is
>> > installed which will affect its performance, etc.
>> > but to answer your questions as far as finish, I am not aware of any
>> > standards for a prefered finish on any stone.
>> > I would suggest if your client is unhappy that he have an independent
>> > stone
>> > consultant come in and do an evaluation.
>> > Sorry all,
>>
>> That was vague.  Dr. Fred, Salem Limestone/Indiana limestone is how it
>> appears to me. The stone are large, roughly 24"x36" and set in mortar
>> bed,
>> in some areas between 3-5 inches.....not sealed.....oxidizing
>> already....going down a bad road. What do you suggest?  I have had a
>> brief
>> conversation with John about this. Thanks
>>
>> Ron
>> > On Thu, Jan 14, 2010 at 7:51 PM, <rmoore@americanstonecare.com> wrote:
>> >
>> >> Friends,
>> >>
>> >> I have a very important client who recently had several thousand
>> square
>> >> feet of stone installed around his home.  My/His question:  "is there
>> a
>> >> STANDARD for or a prefered finish for limestone that has been
>> installed
>> >> around a swimming pool?"  What grit should the stone be honed too.
>> The
>> >> installers had a few problems and did some grinding.....I don't know
>> >> what
>> >> was used or what qualifications they have for doing the grinding, but
>> my
>> >> client is not happy. Any information that can be forwarded would be
>> >> appreciated.
>> >>
>> >> Happy New year to you all. American Stone Care, Inc. wishes you all a
>> >> healthy and profitable 2010!
>> >>
>> >> Ron Moore
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