Natural Stone – The Magic Of Nature To Make Your Home Gorgeous
Often people get confused while choosing building materials for their home. There are so many options like using tiles, vinyl, lamination and others. But if you believe in learning from history then natural stones will be the obvious choice for you. Many ancient buildings and palaces which stand erect instead of those ruthless attacks of nature, speak in favor of natural stones. Moreover, the multi beneficial qualities (like being sturdy, long-lasting and elegant looking) of these stones are something that have kept them in demand till today. There are mainly three types of natural stones available. These are metamorphic, igneous and sedimentary. Among the natural stones which are available in market granite stones are the examples of igneous type, marble and slate are examples of metamorphic type and travertine and limestone are the examples of sedimentary type. Though all of these are products of nature yet their uses for home decoration vary greatly according to their features.
Granite tiles and countertops are generally used to decorate kitchen places as these are strong and heat resistant materials. On the other hand, marble can be a good material to beautify your floors but it should be used with care as it is a very soft material.
As far as surface decoration is concerned, travertine is a popular choice nowadays. These stones are generally light colored and full of pitted holes. These holes are filled with grout and then polished to get eye-catching designs. If used in a rustic setting then limestone looks fabulous. The use of limestone as a flooring material is a century old process. If it is sealed properly then it can last for a long time. Slate is another natural stone which is mostly used in
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