Archive for January, 2008
– An Overview of Decorative Wall Tiles
An overview of wall tiles including information on tile specifications, installations, and an overview of some of the tools and techniques used.
– Using Natural Slate Outdoors - Everything You Need to Know
There are a variety of things you need to know about your slate tiles before you can safely install them in an outdoor setting. This article discusses a variety of factors that you may want to consider, and raises some important questions that you may want to ask your tile supplier.
– The Indefinable Elegance of Marble
A quick look at some of the cultural influences that have converged to give Marble the elevated status which is has in our societies collective unconscious
– Comparison of Finishes Available For Natural Slate
There are a variety of finishes your slate can have, from being clefted and rugged, to being polished to a shine, with many different gradients in between. This article discusses the advantages and disadvantages of many of these finishes.
– Basic Marble Information
A basic overview of natural marble. This article includes etymology, background history, installation information, and some basic maintenance info
– Masonry Information and Definitions
Background information on Masonry including details on the profession, its tools, and how masonry is performed
– Slate Information
Basic information about natural slate including specifications, maintenance, installations, a brief history and chemical formation
– Natural Slate Bathroom Flooring
Natural slate is one of the most popular materials for bathroom flooring because it is unique, durable, resistant to stains, and it doesn’t get that slippery when it is wet. This article provides in depth information for using this material in a bathroom, as well as care and maintenance information.
– 10 Reasons Why Marble Is Terrible For Your Bathroom
This article lists 10 reasons why you shouldn’t use marble in a bathroom application including slippage, stains, and scratches.
