How Much Does it Cost to Polish Marble in Des Moines?

$831 Cheap
$906 Great Price
$981 Costly
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The cost of marble polishing Des Moines greatly depends on the condition of the marble surface to be polished, the labor and the materials and equipment that will be used. Des Moines marble polishing may require the usage of paraffin wax, several sandpapers, cloths and pumice containing wax care solutions that can cost around $831 to $981 depending on the size of the marble surface. Hiring professionals to polish your marble can cost you $186 to $186 per hour. Before polishing the marble, cracks, chips and deep scratches has to be repaired first to make the surface even. The repair can cost you extra $100 to $400 depending on the extent of damages to be fixed. Special tools like grinding wheels and bars might be needed to grind uneven surfaces on the marble. Sand and pumice can be used for grinding. However, it will consume a lot of time and will add to the labor costs.

Estimated final cost for marble polishing

Item Quantity Fair Price
Polished Cost 215 Square Feet $560.85
Polished Labor 3.7 Hours $182.17
Polished Job Materials and Supplies 200 Square Feet $16.60
Polished Equipment Allowance $146.89
Totals - Cost to Polish Concrete - 215 Square Feet $906.51
Average Cost Per Square Foot $4.53

Will sanding and grinding my marble surfaces in Des Moines produce too much dust within my home's interior?

Yes. Sanding and grinding may produce dust. However, most marble polishing companies offer a wet process of cleaning and polishing marble surfaces to ensure that production of dust will be lessened or eliminated.

How often should I get my marble surface polished in Des Moines?

Marble polishing will depend on how used your marble surface is. If it serves as your countertop, you need to observe if it there are scratch buildup on the surface. If it is used as your flooring, you need to take into consideration the foot traffic on the surface of the marble.

How soon can I use my marble surface after polishing in Des Moines?

Most marble polishing companies will recommend that you leave your marble to rest for 24 hours after polishing.

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Most homeowners think that it will be more cost effective to do marble polishing Des Moines on their own. However, with the amount of work needed especially on large marble surfaces and searching for the right marble polishing solutions, it could become a troublesome task. Not only that, without proper background, DIY marble polishing Des Moines can lead to more damages. For instance, applying the wrong polishing solution that contains any acidic substance can make the acid penetrate through the stone and affect its design or cause discoloration. If you want to save money from costly repairs and possible replacement, make sure that you hire professionals to do Des Moines marble polishing.

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    RBC Tile & Stone of Iowa

    Rating: 79
    2001 NW 92nd Ct. 
    Des MoinesIA  50307
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    Western Waterproofing Company

    Rating: 68
    1829 Industrial Cir. 
    Des MoinesIA  50307
  • 3

    Donovan Construction Services, Inc.

    Rating: 66
    1514 16th St. 
    Des MoinesIA  50314
  • 4

    Rowat Cut Stone & Marble Co

    Rating: 93
    110 SE 7th St. 
    Des MoinesIA  50307
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    Des Moines Marble & Mantel Co

    Rating: 76
    1507 Ohio St. 
    Des MoinesIA  50314
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    Louie's Floor Covering

    Rating: 93
    2709 Ingersoll Ave. 
    Des MoinesIA  50307