subject: Natural stones – Timeless masterpieces having a classic appeal [print this page] Author: mathewhogard Author: mathewhogard
Nowadays one can find numerous man-made tiles or synthetic tiles which are made in a laboratory. Interestingly these tiles emulate the color, texture and design of a natural stone but they fail at the time of installation. The reason for this failure is that no other stone can emulate the exceptional characteristics of the natural tiles as they are extremely beautiful and come with strong durability feature
Advantage of installing the natural stones lies in its usage pattern as they are generally less slippery and often provide better grip when the floor surface becomes wet. These natural stones that are available in various distinct and vibrant colors appears to be closest to the nature and along with it they develop peace and serenity in the atmosphere. The natural stone tiles rank high on the utility scale as it can be used in various areas like bathroom floor, kitchen back splash or an outdoor wall. Apart from these application areas natural stones due to its smooth surface are even installed in the entryway, reception and in the areas of entertainment.
As the natural stones rank high on the quality standards so it becomes necessary that a great care should be taken to make its life longer. It is advisable to take the help of tiling professionals who recommend the homemakers to use sealant with the stone. This sealant acts as a barrier between the tile and dust particles and prevents from the deposition of stains on the tile surface. Secondly a homemaker should take proper care in maintaining the condition of the natural tiles by cleaning it regularly. A good maintenance ensures the longer life of these tiles. To offer its consumers large variety these Natural stones come with vivid design patterns that range from classic to contemporary designs. These high quality tiles with nice mixture of colours, textures and finishes along with the distinctive designs undoubtedly make the room look elegant and charming. So if your are looking to customise the look of your room then you can choose among the large variety of materials that come under these stones including green marble, limestone, slate stone, sandstone and many more.About the Author:
Mathew Hogard is an experienced tile dealer and advisor. Him articles provide informative data on maintenance and installation of Marble tiles, Floor tiles, Natural stones and Bathroom tiles.
