Use and Care Guide

A natural characteristic of granite and marble is its inherent lack of
uniformity. Because it is a completely natural material, it can have a
great deal of variation in color, shade, nish, tint, hardness, strength,
and so on.
Any time you use natural stone, you can always expect differences
from one tile to the next. You will frequently see dry seams, pit or
fossils. These areas are often lled in at the factory. Over time through
normal use, the ll may work its way out.
Even though stone tile is a natural product, it nevertheless can be
affected by extremes in weather. Both marble and granite are decorative
and durable, but they have different compositions and wear differently
in the elements.
We recommend barbecue island owners keep their island covered if
they are concerned about damage from constant exposure to weather.
This is particularly true in areas where there is snow, ice, or very hot
weather.
Stone is porous, especially marble, and often has natural ssures in the
surface. Constant exposure to extreme heat or cold can cause these
natural features to expand and eventually crack.
Although the stone has been properly nished and is suitable for use in
an outdoor environment, the factory does not apply a weather sealant
to our countertops. We never wish to second-guess how our customers
Cal Flame Care and Maintenance Guide
LTR50001132, Rev. B
Care and Maintenance Guide
Natural Stone
This brief guide describes how to clean, protect, and repair your Cal
Flame product.
For Cal Flame barbecue islands,
grills, replaces, and re pits