Warranties for natural stone are limited in scope because stone is a product of nature. Exclusions usually include, but are not limited to, damage from harsh household cleaners, acidic spills causing etching, physical impacts resulting in chips or cracks, and damage from settling homes. Normal wear and tear, such as surface dulling or minor scratches, is typically excluded, as is the appearance of natural features like veins, fissures, or mineral deposits that occur naturally within the geological formation.
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What are the common coverage exclusions found in natural stone countertop warranties?
Natural stone warranties commonly exclude damage from improper maintenance, chemical etching, staining, impact, or scratches. They also generally do not cover color variations, natural pitting, or fissures inherent to the stone, nor damage from structural home movement.