Everything to know before you protect.

TuffSkin is a professionally installed protective film for stone countertops. It is gas-permeable but impenetrable to liquid, creating a physical barrier that keeps stains and etching off the stone. Think of it as a screen protector for your counters.

Marble is the most common, along with onyx, quartzite, travertine, and limestone. Many granite, quartz, porcelain, and stainless steel surfaces can also be protected after we confirm suitability.

No. Sealers slow liquid absorption but do not stop acids from etching marble. TuffSkin sits on top of the stone, so nothing touches the surface.

Yes, TuffSkin withstands heat up to 400°F. We still recommend trivets for cookware straight from the stove or oven.

TuffSkin includes a 99.9% UV inhibitor designed to reduce yellowing and maintain clarity.

A typical kitchen is completed in about a day. Larger or more complex projects may take longer, and we confirm timing in your quote.

Clear the counters before we arrive. If your stone already has etching or wear, we may recommend preparation or restoration before the film is installed.

We install in one piece wherever material size and layout allow. Large islands or complex shapes may need a seam, which we plan and review with you first.

Wait 24 hours before reinstalling faucets. If a plumber replaces a faucet later, have someone hold the faucet while it is tightened from below, and avoid over-tightening.

Use soap and water or an ammonia-free window cleaner, then finish with a dry microfiber towel. Clean from the center of an island toward the edge, and back to front on counters. If there is a seam, clean in the direction of the seam.

Avoid abrasive cleaners, steel wool, and razor blades. Do not cut directly on the counter; always use a cutting board, and add felt pads under heavy objects.

Please don't. TuffSkin is designed to be removed and replaced by an installer. Peeling it back is considered intentional damage and voids the warranty.

TuffSkin is warrantied to be acid, alkaline, water, and oil-proof for 10 years from installation, covering etching and staining.

Scratches, cuts, and film that has been peeled back are not warranty items. Scratched sections can be removed and replaced, and the stone underneath stays protected.

The film keeps performing as long as it is in place. Most owners decide when to replace it based on appearance after normal wear, similar to deciding when to refinish untreated stone.

Pricing depends on measured square footage, layout, finish, and any preparation needed. We measure on site and send a written quote before you commit.