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How to Fix Your Bilge Pump
- April 6, 2016
- Posted by: GK's Custom Polishing, Inc.
- Category: Boats, Detailing
No CommentsAlthough the bilge pump is a very essential part of any watercraft, boat owners tend to not pay them much attention until something goes wrong. This is unfortunate, because without the bilge pump, your boat could be sitting at the bottom of Lake Erie. The bilge pump has a rather self-explanatory function as it pumps
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Now Hiring – Boat Detailers
- April 1, 2016
- Posted by: GK's Custom Polishing, Inc.
- Category: Detailing
GK’s Custom Polishing is looking to expand our boat detailing crew. We are looking to hire quality individuals to join our expert detailing staff. We are also hiring for our Night Hard Surface team. Click here to learn more about that position. The position offers full time hours with benefits. Detailing Boats on and off -
Tips for Taking Your Car Out of Winter Storage
- March 30, 2016
- Posted by: GK's Custom Polishing, Inc.
- Category: Storage, Transporting
After a well-deserved rest, it is finally time to get your storage car back on the road. If you took the necessary steps this fall to prepare your car for storage, taking your car out of storage should be simple. When a car sits for an extended period of time though, some precautions need to
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Knowing the Facts on Different Countertop Materials
- March 22, 2016
- Posted by: GK's Custom Polishing, Inc.
- Category: Hard Surface Maintenance, Natural Stone
Natural stone countertops have become increasingly popular over the years due to their elegance and durability. Although marble and granite are by far the most popular, quartzite (natural stone) and quartz (man-made material) have been increasing in popularity. Since each type of countertop material is made up of different minerals, each type also has different
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Springtime Maintenance Checklist
- March 8, 2016
- Posted by: GK's Custom Polishing, Inc.
- Category: Commercial, Hard Surface Maintenance, Natural Stone
Thanks to Mother Nature and a little help from Punxsutawney Phil, winter will be soon coming to an early close. While the weather was relatively mild, we did have a few snowstorms that gave custodial teams everywhere a run for their money. First thing on every facility manager’s mind should be how to clean up
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Now Hiring – 3rd Shift Hard Surface
- March 2, 2016
- Posted by: GK's Custom Polishing, Inc.
- Category: Hard Surface Maintenance
At GK’s Custom Polishing, Inc, we are constantly looking for ways to give our customers the best experience possible. We are currently looking for quality candidates to join our talent team of Hard Surface technicians. GK’s is a personnel focused company that truly cares about its employees. Candidates for this position will be expected to
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GK’s at the Cleveland Auto Show 2016
- February 26, 2016
- Posted by: GK's Custom Polishing, Inc.
- Category: Cars, Detailing
Get ready to rev your engines this week, because it is time for the 2016 Cleveland Auto Show. The show will be held at the I-X Center from February 28th until March 6th. Even better news is that we will be in attendance with our own booth. Those who visit our booth will be able
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Choosing the Right Type of Ice Melt
- February 9, 2016
- Posted by: GK's Custom Polishing, Inc.
- Category: Concrete, Hard Surface Maintenance, Natural Stone
Winter is in full swing and cold weather is finally upon us. One of the downsides of the cold is the persistence of ice and the need for a good deicer to prevent slippery surfaces outside. There are several different types of ice melt available on the market. Knowing which type of ice melt to
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What Causes Crystalline Fractures in Marble?
- February 2, 2016
- Posted by: GK's Custom Polishing, Inc.
- Category: Hard Surface Maintenance, Natural Stone
Marble has become a very popular type of stone inside the home due to its natural beauty. While marble can be a great option for floors and countertops, it is important to understand the risks involved with having a “softer” stone like marble. Unlike granite, marble is a “soft” stone that is much more susceptible
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Different Types of Cleaners
- January 26, 2016
- Posted by: GK's Custom Polishing, Inc.
- Category: Hard Surface Maintenance, Natural Stone, Tile & Grout
Choosing the right type of cleaner for your hard surface is dependent on the type of surface you are cleaning and the type of dirt you are trying to remove. Depending on these two factors, the cleaner you will be using will be neutral, high alkaline (basic) or acidic. The information below describes each type