Mosaics and Tile

Natural stones are among the most popular materials for building floors, walls, counters, accents, and backsplashes. This blog lists down 4 rock solid reasons why people love natural stones – Durability – In most cases, natural stones are a one-time investment. You invest in it once, and it becomes a permanent thing. Natural stone is that. It lasts long, really long. It never gets damaged on its own. Strength – Natural stones are the perfect material for your flooring - no matter if you have a low-traffic, medium traffic, or high-traffic indoor or outdoor space. If installed correctly on a solid subfloor, natural stones can be used for building pavements and driveways too. Low & Easy Maintenance – Cleaning and maintenance of natural stone floors and walls do not cost you a fortune. Cleaning is also a breeze. You can clean and maintain your natural stone surfaces by yourself as well. For cleaning and upkeep, you do not have to follow a lost list of dos and don’ts. Ju...

  Acids are the number one enemy of stone and tile floors. No matter how expensive your tile or stone is, cleaning with acid or and acid- or chemical-based cleansers can affect the look and longevity of your tiles. Do not clean your tile floors with acid. If you have natural stone tile flooring, even if they have a gloss, polished, or glazed surface finish, acid-based cleansing solutions should not be used for cleaning and stain removal. A large number of people use these solutions to remove stain and end up giving their stone tile flooring large discolored patches. On ceramic, porcelain, and LVT floors , mild chemicals can be used for cleaning and stain removal. But it is advisable to test the suitability of the cleanser on a small area before using it for the entire flooring. If the cleanser caused discoloration, do not use it for cleaning your tile floors. How to Remove Acid Stains But if acid has dulled up the look of your tile flooring already, there are still a few...

When you are building your home or working on a remodel, and are looking for tiles to finish your project, there are chances that you already have an idea of which type (color, pattern, or size) of tile you want. The heaviest bafflement in most cases is, where should I buy my requirements? Should I go after brands or visit local suppliers to get the tiles of my desired color? Will     tiles I am being given by the tile supplier be able to deliver to my expectations? Will those tiles be good quality? How to Buy the Right Tile One simple solution for all these obfuscations is to buy tiles from a renowned tile shop or supplier. You can easily locate them in your nearby with the help of Google. Just open your phone’s Google assistant and ask tile suppliers near me. Or else, you can type your query in the search box on your smartphone’s Google or Chrome app. Buy from Websites (Suppliers) in Top Search Results The websites shown on top on the search result page are websi...

One word answer to that is, yes. You can install luxury vinyl tiles or planks in your bathroom. If you give the material a closer look, you would notice that luxury vinyl is the just right material for bathrooms. Here are some of the reasons why – Waterproof There is a lot of water in your bathroom, and luxury vinyl is a 100% waterproof material. These tiles and planks protect the subfloor, underlayment, joists, and your home’s other structural features from water and moisture damage. Stainproof When water dries, it leaves whitish stains on your floor. In long term, these stains form a solid layer, which is difficult to remove. In addition, oils, soap, and creams we use in bathroom are also a cause of staining on floors and walls. Luxury vinyl tiles are a great convenience here, as they do not catch stains easily. Even if debris collects and forms a layer, you can remove it easily with vinyl cleansing solutions. Not So Cold Vinyl flooring installed on bathroom (or any o...

Slate is a natural stone, and just like other natural stones, like marble, travertine, granite, and quartzite, it too should be sealed timely to maintain its look and shine. So, no matter if you have a slate counter or flooring or backsplash, you have to seal when it is time. Why Slate Backsplash Requires Sealing? To be specific, slate is a metamorphic stone that has several compressed layers of material (mud and other deposits). In its natural form, it is a highly porous stone. And it is quite easy for the stone slabs and tiles to absorb and house staining agents from water, fluids and dirt and debris. These are the factor that kitchen or bathroom backsplashes have to face on a daily basis. Although, slate is a stone with a darker texture, keeping is pores open might cause clouding and hazing on its surface. So, it is crucial that you seal your slate backsplash every year. Advantages of Sealing Your Backsplash Sealing makes cleaning easier. It minimizes the time you inv...