Mosaics and Tile

Marble is typically a flooring material. This widely-popular natural stone is also used for walls and its mosaic tiles are used as backsplashes and accents. Marble stone can also be used for creating counters in kitchen and bathroom as well. Although counters do not get much traffic and impact as floors do, marble bathroom and kitchen counters will need more care and attention from you. That’s because of its soft and porous surface. So, the answer to the question if your marble counter can fade or lose its color is – yes. Marble; no matter how expensive your stone is; will lose its color with time. And if that happens, it will happen because of marble’s porous surface and non-maintenance. Let’s talk about the factors that cause discoloration on marble counters – Sunlight - In outdoor and semi-outdoor kitchen, sunlight can evaporate the color of the stone. If your indoor kitchen receives a handsome amount of sunlight from windows or doors, then also discoloration may happen....

Granite and marble are widely appreciated natural stones used for creating beautiful, durable floors and walls. Since both the natural stones are processed from rocks, many commoners and first time buyers believe they are same. But they are different in looks and performance. Here are some of the common differences between granite and marble stone tiles – Formation – Although granite and marble are natural stones, they are different in terms of their formation. Technically, granite is a igneous rock and marble is a metamorphic rock. Granite is formed when the molten lava cools down and hardens. And marble forms because of metamorphosis and compression of limestone. Deposits – You will find traces of quartz and many different types of rocks in granite. And in marble, there are fossils, calcites, shells, and corrals. Color – The color of granite is because of the molten lava and rocks having their role in the formation of rock. And the color of marble is because of the lime...

Crema Cappuccino is a natural stone, to be specific, a type of marble that is known for its Turkish origin. The stone features light cream beige with golden veining, making it a great choice for interior projects. Mold is a common problem for indoors. If you can notice the development of mold on your Crema Cappuccino marble flooring, here is how to get rid of it – Ensure proper ventilation in the room where mold has grown on the flooring. Dry up the floor. For this, turn on the fan and ventilation system. You could also use other appliances like dehumidifier and heater to warm up the floor. Do not use cloth piece or sponge to dry up the floor, when it is infected with mold. Once your floor is dry, scrub the mold with a pH neutral cleanser. Let the residues dry too. Now, collect and throw the remains. You can remove mold off your Crema Cappuccino marble flooring using mild chemicals such as ammonia or hydrogen peroxide. Add half a cup of ammonia or h2o2 into 1 gallon of wa...

Arabescato carrara is one of the finest varieties of marble. Known for its exquisite shine, this Italian marble blends your home with classy whites and grays with a fair amount of variation. Although natural and durable, it is very common for the stone to lose this shine and attraction, due to use and non-maintenance. If this is the case, check out the following pointers to learn some of the tips and tricks to re-polish your arabescato carrara marble stone tiles – Clear the room. Remove all furniture, mat, rugs, pets, etc. so that it can be worked upon properly. Clean the floor with the help of broom, vacuum, and dust and wet mop. Make sure there are no traces of dust and debris while polishing the stone surface. Clean the grout with the help of a scrubber or brush with soapy water. Once grout is clean, mop or wipe the floor again. Let the stone surface dry out completely. Apply wax removal solution to extract the traces of old polish or wax. Wait as directed on product manu...

China black marble is a natural forming stone that has black texture and would feature various patterns of veins made up of white color.  These marble stone are natural rock which are composed of crystallized carbonate minerals mostly dolomite or calcite.  These stone are generally applicable for constructing sculpture and as decorative material for building. You would be able to find this marble in both polished and unpolished forms.  The buyer would be able to design easily on these marbles for constructing countertops, accent walls, and marble floor tiles.  It could be used for making other features that would be installed in either home or in corporate offices.  When used with the light color stone, these black stones would produce a contrasting look thus increasing the beauty of the floor. Regarding the matter of losing its blackness, it would generally not lose its shine. That is only when the marble would be maintained and cleaned p...

While you are about to clean your crema cappuccino marble flooring, you have to be careful for not damaging the shining surface.  This type of marble is famous for its elegant looks and decorative purpose for both outdoor and indoor designing. Thus it is important to clean and maintain the crema cappuccino marble flooring for keeping its sophisticated looks. Here are some the easy tips and pieces of advice for cleaning your crema cappuccino marble flooring in your house. User fiber-brooms For sweeping, use fiber-brooms daily. Don’t let any kind of dust on the marble floor for long, as it would give scratches to smooth surface of the marble. While using it don’t be harsh, instead use them for gently sweeping the floor. This would be the most simple and cost effective method for keeping your crema cappuccino marble flooring clean. Use the good old soap For cleaning any type of stains, soaps would be the best and easiest option for your marble flooring. Softs soaps would ...