| Symptom |
Possible Causes |
Possible Solutions |
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Spalling |
Salt crystallization |
Grind, hone, polish the surface again |
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Yellow coloration |
Coating build up, iron oxidization |
Strip, clean, polish and poultice |
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Swirl marks seen |
Improper steel wool or buffing pads |
Hone or polish the surface again |
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Water ring or spots |
Drinking glasses, hard water |
Hone or polish the surface again |
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Dull or Haloed Edges |
Poor feathering, blending |
Grind or hone the edges again |
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Holes or Pits |
Naturally occurrence, or chemical damage |
Fill with polyester resin or Portland cement |
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Plastic, wavy shine |
Crystallization build up |
Hone the surface again |
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Warped tiles |
Excessive water during setting or refinishing |
Hone or polish the surface again |
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Dimpled look like orange peel |
Polished or honed with improper powder |
Hone or polish the surface again |
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Visible white dots |
Stuns or crystal fractures |
Grind and hone the surface if not too deep |
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Sticky or cloudy surface |
Wax buildup, dirty mop, excessive cleaner used |
Strip and clean, polish |
