Evaluate Merits And Demerits Of Marble Tiles by:Jason Colling

If you are planning a tile installation, then measure the pros and cons of marble tiles before installing them in your homes.

Marble is a natural stone that is manufactured inside the earth. Limestone is kept under high temperature and pressure which converts it into a marble piece. Later on, it is extracted from earth through quarrying process and converted into marble tiles. The advanced technology has equipped us with the means to convert the stone into a desired shape or size.

Thus, marble tiles are highly popular for home improvement projects. There are several advantages and disadvantages of installing these tiles. Some benefits for the natural stones are mentioned below:

1 The aesthetic beauty of marble is the prime reason for its popularity. You can find them in vast array of colors. These exclusive tiles have unique texture and design that is responsible for its large scale utility. Every tile is distinct and opens room for creativity.

2 Marble is a hard wearing stone. Its added durability makes it a long lasting tile material. It is free from scratches, chips and cracks. If you have dogs in your house, then there is no fear of scratches on the flooring.

3 The marble tiles have a long life span. They have been part of several monuments and temples. The everlasting beauty of these historical places is a live depiction of the longevity of this natural stone.

However, the marble tiles also have certain disadvantages. These factors are mentioned below:

1 This natural stone is a bit expensive. The price range varies from $4 to $8 per square foot. The price range depends upon the texture of the stone. They come in polished and honed form, hence you can select them according to your tiling needs.

2 The marble stone can be used for kitchen worktops and walls. However, they are unsuitable floor tile. Any kind of spillage on the surface deteriorates the tiles. The tiles get spoiled due to spillage of red wine and juice. Sometimes, it might also demand a replacement. Hence, this leads to high maintenance cost.

Thus, a tile buyer should evaluate these factors, before purchasing marble tiles for his/her home.

About the author

Jason Colling is a renowned writer, who has written articles on various interior designing techniques related to floor decor. His articles focus on various uses of porcelain tiles ,marble tiles , kitchen tiles , floor tiles , bathroom tiles and adhesives.

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