How to Prepare Your Home for a Stone Restoration Appointment
By Granite Heroes Team · 2025-05-31
Getting ready for your restoration appointment? Here's a quick checklist to ensure everything goes smoothly.
How to Prepare Your Home for a Stone Restoration Appointment You've booked your restoration appointment with Granite Heroes — great choice! Here's how to prepare for a smooth, efficient experience. For Floor Restoration 1-2 Days Before - [ ] Remove all furniture from the work area - [ ] Roll up and store any area rugs - [ ] Remove fragile items from nearby shelves (vibration from equipment) - [ ] Vacuum or sweep the floor Day Of - [ ] Keep pets in a separate, closed room - [ ] Ensure clear paths for our equipment - [ ] Have parking available near the entrance for our van - [ ] Plan to be home (or designate someone to be) For Countertop Restoration Day Before - [ ] Clear all items from countertops - [ ] Remove everything from the countertop surface - [ ] Empty the dish rack and move it - [ ] Take down any hanging items above the counter Day Of - [ ] Don't use the kitchen the morning of the appointment - [ ] Make sure the sink area is clear - [ ] Plan meals that don't require the kitchen For Shower/Bathroom Restoration Day Before - [ ] Remove all bottles, soaps, and personal items - [ ] Take down shower curtains or squeegees - [ ] Ensure the bathroom is dry General Tips What to Expect - Noise level: Our diamond grinding equipment is comparable to a vacuum cleaner - Dust: We use wet-grinding processes that minimize dust, plus containment systems - Time: Most residential jobs take 4-8 hours - Drying: Sealers need 24 hours to fully cure After the Work - Wait 24 hours before placin