The Marble Doctor

This is not your typical before and after.

A sculpted marble bust inside the US Court of Appeals in Washington, DC had been sitting under years of accumulated grime. The white marble had turned gray and yellow, and the carved detail of the face and clothing was almost lost under the buildup.

We restored it using Old World techniques and the natural white marble came back. And, with it, all of the fine detail the sculptor originally carved of this gentleman returned to life.

Marble Doctor has been restoring natural stone for over 30 years. We work on everything from kitchen countertops to government buildings, and as a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business, government stone care is work we are proud to do.

Have stone that needs attention? Call (703) 631-4625 or visit marbledoctorva.com.

Marble kitchen floors live a full life. Years of foot traffic, cooking, and everyday use naturally take a toll on the stone's finish.

This homeowner in Fairfax Station had watched their marble gradually lose its luster over the years. Looking at the floors, you'd think they needed to be replaced entirely.

One restoration later, the floor looks the way it did when it was first installed. Old World honing and polishing techniques, no waxes, no harmful chemicals. Just the marble, brought back.

Natural stone is meant to last. When it starts looking tired, restoration is almost always the answer. And it costs a fraction of what new stone would.

Questions about your own floors? Drop a comment or send us a message. Free estimates.

Travertine shower restoration in Washington, DC.

Moisture buildup had dulled the stone and left discoloration along the walls and floor. We deep-cleaned the travertine, restored the original finish, and sealed it for long-term protection.

Natural stone showers take a beating from daily use. If yours is starting to lose its finish, restoration is often all it takes.

Your marble floors might need more than just another round of cleaning products. We put together a guide on the five signs it's time for professional restoration: loss of shine, etching (those dull spots that won't wipe away), visible scratches, degraded grout, and DIY products that made things worse. If any of that sounds familiar, this is worth a few minutes.

Last week we showed you the process. Here's how it turned out.

This marble foyer in McLean had years of foot traffic built up in the finish. We honed it down to clean stone and brought it back to a mirror polish. The homeowner hadn't seen it look like this in years.

Swipe to see the result.