Natural stones come in a variety of finishes such as
polished, honed, antiquated, tumbled, leather, rugged etc. They possess
different types of edges such as bevelled, bull-nosed etc., in addition to
having varieties of natural and random patterns. They also don’t have any size
restrictions compared to ceramic tiles as they come in huge slabs or in small
mosaic pieces.
Marble, granite and other natural stone surfaces can improve
your home decor and are used in interior as well as exterior applications. They
make wonderful decorative surfaces for floors, kitchen countertops, vanity
tops, bathrooms, patios, walkways, fireplaces, facades, wall cladding, and
garden landscaping. Stones impart a rich and earthy feel to the home
atmosphere.
Kitchen and bar countertops usually come in contact with
acidic substances such as lemon, vinegar, alcohol, and tomato sauce. These
countertops are also exposed to sharp equipments and tools such as knives,
needles etc. and hot kitchenware like dishes, pots and pans. So it is common
practice that granite, which is the hardest natural stone, is used in kitchen
and bar countertops. However, if properly sealed and maintained, you can also
have the luxury of marble for countertops in bars and kitchens.
Limestone is extensively used as a building stone because it
can be carved easily. The soft, muted tones and textures of limestone or
travertine are obviously an ideal fit for the peace and relaxation you need in
the family or living room. Limestone also suits all types of furniture and
upholstery because it possesses varied shades of beige, tan, yellow and gold.
As said earlier, kitchen countertops usually face spilling
of acidic substances, whereas bathroom countertops are often exposed to
alkaline products, which do not harm marble surfaces. Marble comes in a wide
spectrum of available colours and smooth, flowing patterns, and it’s the main
reason why it is used in bathrooms and fireplaces.
Sandstone has joint structures of minerals such as quartz,
pyrite, or calcite and sand sized grains like quartz and feldspar. Its colour
ranges from cream, grey, red, and brown to green and is generally used as
flooring or paving materials.
Slate finds its place in patios and atriums as its earth
tones and rustic look radiate a comfortable, natural look. It is also slip
resistant, and much less likely to show dust and dirt than polished marble or
other sleek natural stones. Because it’s not too expensive, slate is widely
used in large, informal areas such as exterior landscaping and interior garden
designs.
For more details and reliable stone care info, contact The Marble Man who is Australia's No.1 Marble, Granite, Travertine, Stone Benchtop
and Tile Repair & Restoration Specialist. Call for a free stone restoration
quote: 1300 627 626.
No comments:
Post a Comment