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Travertine Natural Stone Care

https://stonetileus.com/ / October 26, 2016

Travertine Natural Stone Care

Travertine Natural Stone Care

Travertine Stone Care – never use any harsh cleaning chemicals on travertine tile as the stain can become worse or set on the tile.

Keep the natural tiles clean, by using a dry, clean dust mop.

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

StoneTech Professional Revitalizer Cleaner and Protector by DuPont is one of the suggested cleaners for Travertine Natural Stone Care.

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.

Salt water pool,require your travertine 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 Travertine Natural Stone Care:
KlenzAll heavy duty alkaline cleaner and degreaser
Oil and Stain Remover
Revitalizer cleaner & protector
BulletProof – sealer
Impregnator pro – sealer

Travertine Natural Stone Care

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

Travertine Natural Stone Care

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.

Here is another option: http://miraclesealants.com/

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

Advantage of natural stone 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 Re apply

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Measuring Fabricating Stone Countertops

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

Measuring Fabricating Stone Countertops

Measuring Fabricating Stone Countertops

Fabricating Stone Countertops

Lime stone is another great counter top option.

It 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.

Measuring Fabricating Stone Countertops

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.

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)

Measuring Fabricating Stone Countertops

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.

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Kitchen Wall Tile

https://stonetileus.com/ / October 10, 2016

Kitchen Wall Tile

Install a kitchen wall Backsplash Home Depot

Kitchen Wall Tile

Proper planning makes for smooth process to install Kitchen Wall Tile.

Make a list, have everything assembled before getting started.

Always to get at least 10% to 20% extra for breakage and trim.

BASIC Back Splash Tile Materials:

Tape Measure

Chalk (for lines)

Thinset or tile adhesive

(Buy the correct amount of thinset/adhesive as it is to hold the tile on the wall)

Notched trowel

Use two thirds of the thickness of the tile being set.

(The trowel is for spreading the adhesive “combs” it onto the surface)

Level

Level is used to insure that installation is done on an even surface, if the floor is not even sand or remove excess material.

Tile Spacers

(Are to insure the lines between the tiles are properly spaced, usually 1/16 inch to 1/2 inch for kitchen walls.

The average being 1/8 inch grout line which is pleasing to the eye.)

The wet tile saw is circular and cuts with water lubrication.

You can make straight cut with the tile saw only, not nippers.

It is suggested to rent a wet saw, if you don’t know someone that will share theirs with you.

Especially if this is a onetime project. If you plan on doing more projects buy good wet saw.

(Wet Saw has a range of prices but will be a couple hundred dollars).

One hundred and fifty dollars is the average cost.

Nippers

(For wall tile installation these maybe all you need, however you should always have additional cutters)

Practice cut on cheap tiles first with nippers and/or tile saw

(Snap/Rail cutter is usually about $20)

Grout Float

You’ll need a rubber grout float to apply the grout after the tile is set and a grout is dry.

Non-sanded grouts are used for narrow areas

There will be many colors to choose from. Stores will have a sample palate that can be matched against the tiles to ensure correct color. Choice of: Non-sanded grouts are used for narrow areas up to 1/8″, Sanded grouts are used for areas from 1/8″ to 3/4″ and more.

Sponge will wipe off the excess grout from the tile.

Remember to get Cleaning Cloths.

Add Goggles to your list.

You should be using a Pencil to writ everything down and you will need it again.

Include a Hammer on your list you will need it

Rubber Gloves are very important to protect your hands

Knee Pads help you keep your knees from bruising.

Mosaics Tile sheets are curved on all sides, giving them the ability to fit together with a seamless finish.
It is the art of creating an assemblage of small pieces of natural stone creating a complete pattern for use on floor,
walls, back splashes, kitchen, and bathroom. It is a technique used to create interior or artistic design.

Kitchen Tile Back Splash

Lay tiles before using adhesive and then tiles can be cut with a knife on grout lines.

You should take measurements measure to center of the room.
Use a pencil to mark the corners then pick tiles up. Start at each corner and mark chalk lines to make a box for the field tile.
Next mix thinset to a thick creamy consistency, allow it sit for 10 minutes. Then use a notch towel 1/4 x 1/4 and then set tiles.
Inlay tiles with a margin trowel and lay them in place.
To get wall tiles to size cut with a wet saw,you can use a tile nipper for small tight areas.

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

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

Find more information and the materials needed for this project here: http://thd.co/XXl0uG Find backsplash options from The Home Depot here: …

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Travertine Bathroom Heated Floor

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

Travertine Bathroom Heated Floor

Before Installing

Travertine tile Bathroom Heated Floor

Materials Proper planning is recommend for smooth installation.

Make a list, purchase needed tools and materials have everything assembled before getting started.

Note: After selecting the style of wall tile you like for your Back Splash Tile Materials, always to get at least 10% to 20% extra for breakage and trim.

BASIC

Travertine tile Bathroom Heated Floor:

Tape Measure

Chalk (for lines)

Thinset or tile adhesive

(Buy the correct amount of thinset/adhesive as it is to hold the tile on the wall)

Notched trowel

Use two thirds of the thickness of the tile being set.

(The trowel is for spreading the adhesive “combs” it onto the surface)

Level

Level is used to insure that installation is done on an even surface, if the floor is not even sand or remove excess material.

Tile Spacers

(Are to insure the lines between the tiles are properly spaced, usually 1/16 inch to 1/2 inch for kitchen walls.

The average being 1/8 inch grout line which is pleasing to the eye.)

Tile Saw

The wet tile saw is circular and cuts with water lubrication.

You can make straight cut with the tile saw only, not nippers.

It is suggested to rent a wet saw, if you don’t know someone that will share theirs with you.

Especially if this is a onetime project. If you plan on doing more projects buy good wet saw.

(Wet Saw has a range of prices but will be a couple hundred dollars).

One hundred and fifty dollars is the average cost.

Nippers

(For wall tile installation these maybe all you need, however you should always have additional cutters)

Tile Cutter

Practicing cutting on cheap tiles first with nippers and/or tile saw

(Snap/Rail cutter is usually about $20)

Rubber Grout Float

You’ll need a grout float to apply the grout after the tile is set and a grout is dry.

Grout

Grout Sponge

Sponge will wipe off the excess grout from the tile.

Obvious

Don’t overlook the Obvious.

Remember to get Cleaning Cloths.

Add Goggles to your list.

You should be using a Pencil to writ everything down and you will need it again.

Include a Hammer on your list you will need it

Rubber Gloves are very important to protect your hands

Knee Pads help you keep your knees from bruising.

Please use full directions for installation this is basically to give you an idea of the general process.

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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Travertine Tile

https://stonetileus.com/ / September 6, 2016

Travertine Tile

Travertine Tile

Is a calcareous rock deposited from mineral springs.

It is a natural material that is formed by a process of rapid precipitation of calcium carbonate.

Typically the color is light, but it also comes in many varied colors such as yellow, brown, and tan.

Construction industry and architects have used it for decades. The Romans used it on their buildings and the Coliseum was almost completely built of travertine.

Travertine Tile is still favored for construction. It can be used for many applications such as floors, walls, kitchen backsplash and counters, and decorative accents.
Stone Tile Us natural stone can be used on: patios, pools, decks, bathroom, living rooms , other rooms, kitchen and more.

We offer free samples. Our premium quality stone direct from our factory will save you money.

Stone Tile Us has a large variety of natural stones.
We offer Travertine Tiles in the following sizes: 12″X24″, 18″X18″, 24″X24″

Finishes are: Tumbled, Honed and Filled, French Pattern Tumbled & Brushed and Chiseled.

Honed and Filled has a smooth and dull appearance . Also, has different degrees of dullness.

Polished stone is buffed to the most refined and highest level with a natural high shine.

Brushed and Chiseled : Is smooth surface and also Rustic edges.

Tumbled: Edges are rustic but less than chiseled finish.

Cleaners specifically made for natural stone or mild detergent be used clean surfaces.

Do not use vinegar, lemon juice, or any acid cleaner on travertine surfaces abrasive cleaners will affect the natural beauty.

Travertine tile

Has three grades:
1. Premium which has a small amount of filler
2. Standard more filler
3. Commercial has lots of filler.

Cut types are:

Vein Cut: Blocks are cut in vertical coats. Please review our Vein cut Polished Travertine Tile 12×24 Polished.

Cross Cut: Travertine blocks are extracted and and then cut in parallel coats.

Travertine is very strong and durable, great for outdoor use, and though expensive can increase the value of your property because of the quality.

Strong enough for outside and beautiful to use indoors.

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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