The Stone Restoration Encyclopedia – Volume I (A–H)

This first volume of The Stone Restoration Encyclopedia lays the groundwork for everything that follows. Covering entries from A through H, it introduces the fundamental tools, materials, techniques, and chemical principles that every restoration professional needs to know.

Inside, you’ll find clear explanations of topics like abrasives and their care, acid etching, biological growth, bonding failures, coatings, efflorescence, honing techniques, and hydrofluoric acid safety. Each subject is organized alphabetically, making it easy to navigate like a classic encyclopedia—built for working professionals, not theorists.

This isn’t a book of guesses or recycled information. It’s built from decades of field experience, laboratory testing, and forensic investigation. Whether you restore marble floors, clean granite facades, or troubleshoot failed installations, this volume gives you the “why” behind every method and the “how” to do it safely and effectively.

Volume I sets the scientific and practical foundation for the entire series, connecting geology, chemistry, and craftsmanship in a way that’s rarely found in one reference. It’s the first of its kind—a detailed, real-world guide designed to preserve stone surfaces and the integrity of the trade itself. order on amazon by clicking-------> HERE