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Marble Limestone Countertop Comparison

https://stonetileus.com/ / September 22, 2016

Marble Limestone Countertop Comparison

Lime stone is a type of fossil stone and often has nicely preserved fossils.

Fossil Stone is a dense limestone filled with various organic matter.

It is a sedimentary rock with natural variation and mottling.

Fossil stone has the contrast of this matter and the limestone (main stone).

The limestone background makes for striking and beautiful contrast.

Shells, plants, animals and other organic matter that don’t decay, harden with minerals over time and become fossilized.

This process forms fossil stone which is the preserved remains of animals, plants and organisms from the past.

It is said that customers consider limestone pale however, it is versatile due to its neutral color.

Here at Stone Tile US we carry limestone in: Limra, Myra Beige, and Wooden Grey.

Limra Limestone Tiles is one of the most preferred and used tiles for inside design.

Limra is one of the whitest natural stones on the market. It is uniform in grain and color.

The surface is very consistent, soft and warm to the touch. It has a thin grain and the background a very uniform. Limra Limestone Tiles can be finished in a variety of ways the most popular is polished and honed.

It is preferred for masonry, stone work, and outdoor walls.

The variation in color of the Limra tile consists of subtle brown dots on a light cream background.

It’s a soft material and the sizes we offer in Limra Polished Limestone Tile is 24×24.

Lime Stone We Offer

Wooden Gray Polished Limestone Tiles is a grayish marble with vein cuts that give the appearance of a wood finish.

There is a white background with gorgeous gray and black, in very subtle tones, making it very versatile.

We offer Wooden Gray Polished Limestone Tiles in 18×36.

Anatolian Fiorito Deep Brushed Limestone Tiles have a beige/cream color.

The surface has a mostly uniform surface with darker dashes and specs of caramel.

Anatolian Fiorito Deep Brushed Limestone Tiles are available to you from our website in two sizes 12×24, 18×36.

Myra Beige Tumbled French Pattern Limestone Pavers.

Myra Beige Tumbled French Pattern Limestone Pavers for pool deck, patios and more!

6 PIECES OF SET (8X8, 8X16, 16X16, 16X24 1.25)

There are other limestones on the market in various colors.

Limra Limestone has a super small seed like texture.

It is very porous and a sealer is to be applied before and after installation.

Champagne White Limra Limestone falls in the shade family of Cream, Ivory, and White.

We are here to help with your natural stone needs please visit us at stonetileus.com for a complete selection of natural stone.

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If you need more information about our natural stone selection, give us a call today 855-344-8716.

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Home Modern Design Bathroom

https://stonetileus.com/ / September 21, 2016

Home Modern Design Bathroom

Home Modern Design Bathroom

Modern Home Design Bathroom

Guide Buying Vanities

Guide Buying Vanities very important-Measure your bathroom first.

Width: Side to side top of the vanity.

Height: Is optional and can include pre-installed cabinets and mirrors that are already installed.

Depth: Include the extension of vanity doors, how the bathroom door opens and closes, walkway, and shower doors.

Single or double sinks?

Sinks can be decided based on your space and needs.

Single Vanities are the most common size have one sink which is good for small bathrooms.

Double Vanities are usually 48″ wide and is suggested for double sink accommodation.

Mounting options?

Standard which looks like a chest also known as free standing is a good option for storage.
Wall-Mounted vanities hang wall and are great for small bathroom.
Corner-Mounted is your space saver option.

Sink options?

There are various vanity styles with different space and size capacity, to match your taste and bathroom style.

Under mounts are for sinks installed under the counter with no exposed edges.
Self-Rimming drop-into the opening of the counter.
Vessel is shaped like a bowl and sits on top of the counter.

Guide Buying Vanities- Customize it?

Choose a vanity that matches the style of your bathroom contemporary works with most styles if you’re not sure.

Minimalist is casual, sometimes rustic, casual, understated with natural elements and beauty.

Contemporary works with the greatest variety of styles

Modern can have exaggerated design, sharp angles with bold colors and shapes.

Traditional is classic and clean featuring woods, classic designs, carving and panel doors.

Finish options are usually ceramic, stone, glass, wood and acrylic.

Material hardwood, MDF wood, metal and glass to name a few.

Storage consider your needs for drawers, shelves, and cabinets and whether or not it needs to be kid friendly, guest friendly or master bath.

Hardware can be customized.

Wall decor can be added to optimize the space. The length of your wall decor should end where your vanity ends. If separate pieces are needed make sure they can be purchased separately and everything matches.

Guide Buying Vanities- Finally sinks, mirrors, and cabinets that are offered separately.

However, usually part of a collection, get the best finish by keeping them grouped together.

Faucets are not usually included with the vanity purchase however, the openings are factory cut.

Complete your vanity installation with tasteful bathroom accessories that compliments your design.
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Autumn Sale

https://stonetileus.com/ / September 20, 2016

Autumn Sale

Stone Tile US Fall Event 2016 inviting all wholesalers to enjoy our autumn sale!

Natural Stone Wholesalers provide service and products to the commercial, architectural and designer community.

They work with homeowners, whether you’re building a new home, adding on or renovating wholesalers have ideas

and answers that will add value, beauty and pleasure to any home.

Stone Tile US Fall Event 2016 inviting all wholesalers to enjoy our autumn sale.

We are offering the best selection of natural stone at great savings.

Closeout items are available to wholesalers so you can get started your projects.

Get your free samples so you can visualize your ideas.

Stone Tile Us will match your best price on travertine, marble, or limestone.

Please visit stonetileus.com for our complete selection of natural stone products.

Listed are a few of our items on sale:

White Tumbled Travertine 1×1 Mesh (12×12) $3.50

Equator Marble 24 x 24 x 1/2″ $4.75

Cappucino Marble 18 x 18 x 1/2″ $3.50

Toscana Travertine Brushed & Chiseled 18 x 18 x 1/2″ $1.88

Ivory classic Light Travertine 18 x 18 x 1/2″ $1.75

Country Classic Travertine Paver 6 x 12 x 1 1/4″ $2.65

Roman Blend Travertine Brushed & Chiseled French Pattern 1/2″ $2.50

Stone Tile Us ships everywhere and fast, check our flooring tile shipping policy.

Check our latest natural stone projects to help you visualize yours.

If you need more information about our natural stone selection, give us a call today 855-344-8716.

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Video Install Travertine Tile Mosaic

https://stonetileus.com/ / September 19, 2016

Video Install Travertine Tile Mosaic

Install Travertine Tile Mosaic Accent

Video Install Travertine Tile Mosaic custom shower mosaic accent with border.

Stone Tile US best selection of Natural Stone. Elegant and beautiful veining that’s hard to beat. Our quarries are located in Turkey. We provide brushed, honed, polished and chiseled finishes. We carry Volakas in various shades of white from mountains in north Greece and Crema Marfil of Valencia in south eastern Spain.

Stone Tile Us ships all over the country and fast, check our flooring tile shipping policy.

Check our latest natural stone projects.

If you need more information about our natural stone selection, give us a call today 855-344-8716.

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French Pattern Pavers

https://stonetileus.com/ / September 9, 2016

French Pattern Pavers

French Pattern Pavers

Marble Pavers and Travertine French Pattern Pavers provide Rustic atmosphere and an old Mediterranean look. They offer natural look, unique tile patterns, decorative color varieties.

Travertine and marble paver French pattern comes in a set of six pieces and covers eight square feet.

It is also referred to as Versailles Pattern, the breakdown is:

6 PIECES OF SET (8X8, 8X16, 16X16, 16X24 1.25).

Some companies offer a jumbo option which consist of:

24×36″, 24×24″, 18×24″, 18×18″.

Used for residential and commercial with heavy and light traffic.

Our Travertine pavers are tumbled, honed and unfilled.

They are resistant to moisture, cold, heat and erosion.

Travertine pavers do not retain heat and its surface remains cool to the touch.

They are also slip-resistant making them a perfect addition around a pool area.

These pavers are extremely durable and resistant to cracks.

French Pattern Pavers

Some colors offered in the industry are:

Silver, Ivory, Walnut-light, medium & dark, Noche-Dark brown, Beige, and Gold.

There are also several names, variations and color combinations.

Marble and travertine paver colors we offer are:

Cream, cappuccino, chocolate, ivory, botticcino, silver, and French Pattern Pavers in Toscana, peach blend, sky blue, white, Leonardo and gold to name a few.

Toscana French Pattern Pavers feature warm subtle beiges, and creams with hints of gray.

Peach Blend French Pattern Paver has a combination of Gold, light brown, dark brown, Copper, and red colors.

Gold French Pattern Paver have dark yellow colors and variation between light gold and dark gold.

Silver Brushed Chiseled French Pattern Marble Tiles is a mix of light and dark silver, black, yellow and dark brown shades. This is a very exclusive marble.

Botticino Beige Brushed Chiseled French Pattern Marble Tiles have a consistent dark/light beige colored background there is very little variation.

Leonardo French Pattern is a unique pattern, light ivory veins and mixture of red-brown vein & spots.

White French Pattern has light cream and white tones on a mixture of cream color background.

Pearl Cream French Pattern, as the name suggests has a light cream/latte coloration with soft reddish vein hues. This paver selection will enhance any decor and give it a fresh, sophisticated look.

Antique Blend French Pattern Travertine paver has dark red, yellow colors and mixture of variation between white, light gold, red, copper and dark brown, copper, gold colors.

Noche Travertine paver has dark brown and light brown colors.

Roma Classic Travertine paver set has white and silver tones that blend beautifully to offer a very classic look to any setting.

Country Classic is a mixture of gray, black, yellow clouds on Ivory and tan background.

Walnut Travertine paver has light brown and dark brown tones on a mixture of walnut color background.

Travertine Pavers are excellent for Pools, decks, patios, lanais, entry ways, docks, borders, and walkways.

Natural stone materials present variations in color, finish, and shade and could differ from tile to tile. This is expected with any natural stone products and it is what makes this product unique.

Stone Tile Us ships everywhere you need tile and fast, check our flooring tile shipping policy.

Check our latest natural stone projects to help you visualize your projects.

If you need more information about our natural stone selection, give us a call today 855-344-8716.

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Wayfair Area Rugs Home Decor

https://stonetileus.com/ / September 8, 2016

Wayfair Area Rugs Home Decor

Wayfair has a beautiful selection of area rugs that will personalize and accent your natural stone floor adding a layer of warmth and uniqueness to your space. Choosing a neutral color cream or taupe allows you the flexibility to use an accent rug with any floor pattern and incorporate it with most designs. Patterns on the rug can add a sense of style and movement without interfering with your color palette.

The Henderson Beige Area Rug by Alcott Hill gets great reviews from their customers:

“A great purchase and a great price”

“This rug is so comfortable and soft and just plain gorgeous”

“The main reason I love this rug is that it does not show dog hair”

Wayfair Area Rugs Home Decor

The suggestion is to purchase a rug based on the shape of your room and make sure your rug is not hidden by furniture.

Wayfair Area Rugs Home Decor

Wayfair has lots of rug options and wool or cotton is suggested for high traffic areas based on the durability of these materials. If you need help choosing an area rug take a look at Wayfair’s guide.

Stone Tile Us ships everywhere and fast, check or flooring tile shipping policy.

Check our latest natural stone projects to help you visualize yours.

If you need more information about our natural stone selection, give us a call today 855-344-8716.

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Pool Copings

https://stonetileus.com/ / September 7, 2016

Pool Copings

Pool Copings are perfect to use around the pool area, at Stone Tile Us we offer copings in travertine and marble with sizes ranging from: 4×9, 6×12, 12×12, 12×24 to 16×14.

Natural Stone Pool Coping comes with the convenience of high quality and easy installation. They have a tumbled surface, and this makes them ideal for pool edging and stair threads.
Due to the characteristics of natural materials and your computer screen, the item colors or the picture might not be exactly the same as you see on your screen. The picture is for representational purposes only. Size and color might not be the same as the item pictured. . We strongly encourage you ask for your free sample of pool copings today, this way you will see the true color and texture for yourself. You can also contact us at: info@stonetileus.com or give us a call 855-344-8716.
Thank you for visiting Stone Tile Us Pool coping selection today!

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Check our latest natural stone projects to help you visualize yours.

If you need more information about our natural stone selection, give us a call today 855-344-8716.

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Materials Tools Natural Stone Installation

https://stonetileus.com/ / August 27, 2016

Materials Tools Natural Stone Installation

Materials Tools Natural Stone Installation

Shopping List

MATERIALS & TOOLS

Materials Tools Natural Stone Installation- Cleaning Cloths, Tile, Tile Adhesive, Grout, Silicone Caulk and Silicone Grout Sealer.

Your Tools will be: Goggles, Rubber Gloves, Knee Pads, Level, Tile Cutter, Tile Saw, Carpenter’s Square, Sponge, and Rubber Grout.

Also needed are Float, Pencil, Tape Measure, Hammer, Notched Trowel or Spreader and Bucket.

Materials Tools – Natural Stone Installation, Your 1^st step in marble travertine Installation should be to seek the advice from licensed, insured professional.

Another option is a company with marble and travertine (natural stone) installation.

Remember to check their customer ratings.

Whenever possible a reference/referral from a friend or neighbor with a good experience can be so priceless.

Regardless of how you approach the project do your research.

The same applies if you want to do your own installation.

The information given in this article are general steps further research should be done.

Always do planning before you begin any project.

Get as much detailed information as possible on the project before you start.

Materials Tools – Natural Stone Installation

Stone Tile Us ships everywhere and fast, check or flooring tile shipping policy.

Check our latest natural stone projects to help you visualize yours.

If you need more information about our natural stone selection, give us a call today 855-344-8716.

You may install Stone Tile Us travertine marble on: patios, pools, decks, bathroom, kitchen and pools.
In modern times, travertine is still favored for construction.

It can also be used for many applications such as floors, walls, kitchen backslash and counters, and decorative accents.
We offer free travertine samples. Save money buying premium stone from our factory.

Travertine Tiles come in: 12″X24″, 18″X18″, 24″X24″, Honed and Filled, French Pattern Polished, French Pattern Tumbled, & Brushed and Chiseled.
Honed finish has a smooth and dull appearance.

It is less than polished and has different degrees of dullness.
Polished is when the stone buffed to the most refined and highest level with a natural high shine.

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CLEANING TILE

https://stonetileus.com/ / August 24, 2016

CLEANING TILE

It is never advisable to use any harsh cleaning chemicals on natural stones as the stain can become worse or set on the tile.

Keep the natural stone tiles clean, by using a dry, clean dust mop-for your CLEANING TILE.

Do not use any abrasive chemicals or a vacuum cleaner as those may stain and/or scratch the surface of the tile.

StoneTech Professional Revitalizer Cleaner and Protector by DuPont is one of the suggested cleaners for your natural stone.

Pressure washing is sometimes needed for deep cleaning from tree and plant debris or in areas that collect a lot of water and get stained.

If you have a salt water pool, your pavers will need to be sealed with a water-repellent salt water sealer, and it’s better if applied before installing, to ensure that the entire paver is protected and not just the surface.

Here are a few products that can be used for Natural Stone cleaning:
KlenzAll heavy duty alkaline cleaner and degreaser
Oil and Stain Remover
Revitalizer cleaner & protector
BulletProof – sealer
Impregnator pro – sealer

TILE CLEANING

STAINS

Natural stones such as travertine, marble, granite, etc. are porous materials which means they are absorbent making them prone to stains. At the same time, that characteristic also means that stains can be easily removed. When you notice a stain, clean it as soon as possible for better results.

All you need to do is to “lift” the stain by using a product called Stone Pro Deep Clean Gel which is sold at retail stores.

If that fails, it means that the stain is embedded in your tile. In that case, you can use Stone Pro Wet Poultice Stain Remover that is a ready-to-use paste which does not requires mixing or measuring.

You can purchase both items at this store: http://www.mystonecare.com/Stone-Problem-Solvers-Tile-Problem-Solvers-s/19.htm

TILE CLEANING

SEALING YOUR STONE

This is a personal choice. However, by using a sealer, your natural stone products are better protected against stains and dirt.

There are several kinds of sealers in the market. When selecting one, make sure it is the correct one for the kind of tile you purchased. We recommend the following brand: http://miraclesealants.com/

The best person to help you make that decision is your installer. Make sure to ask him for recommendations.

Advantage of paver sealant:

Protect outdoor stone against stains from tree and plant debris or in areas that collect a lot of water and get stained and mildew.

The sealer is deep penetrating and preserving of the stone’s natural surface texture while keeping stains and mildew out.

Sealer will also reduce damage that can be caused by spills from things that can stain like wine.

Disadvantages of sealing pavers:

Recommended 5 year re application of a professional sealer. It may even be yearly according to the brands manufacture instructions that you choose.

If you’re a DYI person you can actually get it done for a fraction of the cost.

Seal Pavers-needed are:

White clean cloth-absorbent suggested

Clean your Pavers

Apply the Sealer

Apply Finishing

Remove Excess and re apply

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Travertine Pool Coping Quick Guide

https://stonetileus.com/ / August 23, 2016

Travertine Pool Coping Quick Guide

Travertine Pool Coping Quick Guide

Pool Copings are perfect to use around the pool area, at Stone Tile Us we offer copings in travertine and marble with sizes ranging from: 4×9, 6×12, 12×12, 12×24 to 16×14.
They match beautifully with our pavers for a professional finish! Pool coping in natural stone comes with the convenience of high quality and easy installation. They have a tumbled surface, and this makes them ideal for pool edging and stair treads.
Guide:
Choose coping based on the size and shape of your pool
Straight edge pools use: 12”x12” and 12”x24”
Semicircle and rounded pools use: 4”x8” and 6”x12”
Lay it in a pattern that will be a perfect fit for your pools shape
A diamond blade saw can be used to cut pavers to your desired shape (sand the edges if cutting was needed)
1” mortar with flexBond to complete the process

Travertine Pool Coping Quick Guide

TIP:
We offer paves to match your coping for a great visual, professional, polished finish. Why not purchase matching pavers?!

Copings: Pool coping is a frame around the pool and It separates the decking from the pool structure think of a picture frame.
They are perfect to use around the pool area , Stone Tile Us pool copings are travertine and marble.

Travertine Pool Coping Quick Guide

USES
Pool edging and stair treads
Options are natural stone, poured in place concrete, pre-cast concrete material, and tile.
Stone tile Us has a variety of sizes our newest is 2″.

FINISHES
Tumbled surface
Square corners may not always be appropriate or safe especially in the pool area.
So the rounded sides, act as an exposed edge and protector making it safer.

Travertine Pool Coping Quick Guide

FACTS
Pool Coping in natural stone comes with the convenience of high quality and easy installation.
Part of the pool above the inside tile covering the top of the pool is called the bond beam typically 12“ width.
The pool coping separates the pool from the pool deck.

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Check our latest natural stone projects to help you visualize yours.

If you need more information about our natural stone selection, give us a call today 855-344-8716.

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