Important points you should keep in mind while selecting
marble or other natural stone for your home furnishings are: Location,
Structure, Colour, Pattern, Finish, Quality & Quantity, and Maintenance.
Location:
Select the natural stone as per the area where you'll use it.
The type of stone may vary if you’re purchasing it for indoors or outdoors; wet
area or dry area; exposed to the build up of soap scum, or acidic substances
etc. The location and exposure will determine which stone to choose and what
maintenance method it needs.
Kitchen areas are subject to constant spillage of acidic
substances so they require stone that is hardwearing and resistant to
absorption. Marble will etch with acidic substances, which are often found in
the kitchen. Granite is scratch and heat resistant, virtually non-absorbent once
sealed, resistant to most chemicals and a better choice for the kitchen than
marble and limestone.
Bathroom areas are subject to the build up of soap scum,
oils, dirt and mineral deposits from water so they require a natural stone that
is fairly resistant to absorption and can be easily cleaned. Smooth surfaces
such as polished marble, limestone or granite are ideal for bathroom. The size
of the tile is also important, particularly where drains are located. Small
tiles are more easily laid when the fall towards the drain is steep.
Foyers, elevators, stairs and showrooms are subject to
constant foot traffic but polished marble, granite or terrazzo will still work
well in these areas with regular maintenance.
Outdoor areas will weather if exposed to constant sun, rain,
pollution and chemically treated pool water so a stone that wears well, is slip
resistant and has a matt finish such as sandstone is ideal.
Structure:
Structure and Design of the building will determine which
stone surface to use as the weight of the stone must match with the architectural
design.
Colour of Natural Stone:
You can find very many varieties of colour patterns in
almost all the types of stones. Slate is usually dark in colour, granite colours
vary from beige to black, marble has variations from white to black, onyx comes
in a variety of beautiful translucent light to dark colours, where as sandstone
and limestone are usually light coloured.
Stone Maintenance:
Maintenance is an important consideration, as it will
determine the true cost of the stone. If the correct stone is chosen with an
appropriate finish, maintenance will be manageable and affordable.
The Marble Man team with over 24 years of collective
experience in the field of stone care and maintenance can guide you how to
select the correct stone for your home or business. Call a Marble Man technician
today on 1300 627 626 for a free stone restoration quote QLD and NSW, Australia.
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