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Honed Marble vs. Polished Marble: Definition and Application

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After the work of selecting the right stone for the flooring is done one thing that must be checked is the condition of the stone. For the stones like granite and marble, there are two categories of stone finishes, namely the smooth and the honed ones. The meaning of the word honed is rough. The honed stones are referred to that category of stones where the surface of the stones is especially grounded. The surface of the stone is made a bit rough and the friction of the same is increased. The surface thus becomes flat and gains more consistency than the polished ones. The stones like the granite and marble have a natural luster and shine. The honing removes the same and renders a matte fashion. There are almost no reflection and bumps or ridges for the hones marble. The honed finish is especially preferable for the places of common friction like bathrooms, staircases. The honing can withstand the foot traffic to a considerable extent and thus they are used more in t...

Why Use The Tiles For Modern Floors?

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Modern times have attained new dimension in flooring. Gone are the days of simple cement floors. The floors must be catered to with precision because the light that is induced the walls get reflected on the surface of the floor and thereby the room looks fresh and well distributed. The tiles make the floor attain that standard. These are largely used in modern homes. The tiles not only increase the beauty of the surface but also make the room look good and extended. There are hundreds of patterns and textures in which the stone tiles are found. The major stones which are used to make the tiles are Granite, Marble, Travertine, Porcelain, Slate, Limestone, Onyx, Ceramic, Quartzite, and Sandstone. There are a lot of added colors to the stones. The blue, beige, red, black, white, green and yellow are in the market in modern times. The tiles are set in different patterns. They can be set in the horizontal or vertical way. In either of the same, the square or rectangular tiles...

Stylize Your Exterior With These Pool Tiles!

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Exterior is as much important as an  interior  when it comes to your dream house. Many people simply ignore their exterior, which is a huge blunder. Stylish tiles   aren’t just made for the interior, but also for the exterior. With latest pool tiles series, you can decorate your exterior better than ever before.  Pool tiles allow you to creatively turn your exterior into an exotic garden, swimming pool, pond or Yard. Pool tiles are made with porcelain; they come in the glazed and non-glazed pattern. Amazing textures and colors give more options and choices to make your dream exterior come true.  These tiles provide protection against water leakage. There are many colors available, such as Galaxy Blue, Galaxy Earth, Galaxy Lava, Island Cobalt, Island Marine, Pacifico Blue, Stone Acqua & Stone autumn. Galaxy Blue provides exotic colors. Best suited for making swimming pools, aquariums or water storage ponds. They pro...