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Stone Address Plaque Maintenance: How to Keep Your Address Stone Looking Like New

A beautifully crafted address stone is a lasting investment in curb appeal. Whether you’ve chosen a stone address block, stone house numbers, or a freestanding natural stone address marker, proper care ensures it continues to look pristine for years. Here’s your go-to guide for routine maintenance, seasonal checks, and simple repairs to keep your custom stone address plaques and stone mailbox numbers in top condition. 1. Regular Cleaning Frequency: Every 6–12 monthsTools & Materials: Soft-bristle brush, mild soap (pH-neutral), water, garden hose Remove loose debris. Gently brush away leaves, dust, and cobwebs from the stone surface. Mix cleaning solution. In a bucket, combine warm water with a few drops of mild, pH-neutral soap. Scrub gently. Use the soft-bristle brush to clean...

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The Benefits of Cast Stone Address Stones Over Traditional House Numbers

When it comes to displaying your house number, you have more options than ever—vinyl decals, metal numerals, plastic signs, painted-on numbers… the list goes on. But for homeowners who care about long-term durability, design cohesion, and curb appeal, there’s one clear winner: the cast stone address stone. Unlike stick-on numbers or mass-produced plastic plaques, a cast stone address stone offers a permanent, polished way to showcase your address—and it’s built to last. Here’s why more homeowners, builders, and designers are choosing stone address plaques over traditional alternatives. 1. Built to Endure Weather and Time Painted numbers fade. Metal rusts. Plastic warps. But cast stone address blocks are engineered to handle whatever the elements throw at them—rain, snow, heat, cold, UV...

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