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Pros, Cons, and Types of Natural Stones
by Sarah B. Marketing Writer | Thinker | EnvironmentalistNatural stones (tiles and slabs) are the most popular construction
material. They are used for creating floors, walls, accents, table and work
counters, and backsplashes in residential and commercial indoor environments.
They also make a great selection for outdoor projects like walls,
façade, pavement, pool coping, pool wall, driveway, steps, and pavements.
In this article, we will take a quick look at the pros, cons
and types of natural stones available in the market. First, let’s understand the
types of natural stones first.
Natural Stone Types:
Just for your information, marble, travertine, slate,
granite, limestone, basalt, and quartzite are some of the most commonly used
natural stones for indoor and outdoor constructions. However, there are many
other varieties.
Apart from these, natural stones are available in a range of
shapes, thicknesses, and sizes. These include, natural stone tiles, slabs,
pavers, blocks, and sheets or veneers. You can also find tiny designer
mosaics of natural stone to embellish your walls, backsplashes, accents in
indoor spaces.
Natural Stone Pros:
The advantages of natural stones include:
Class & Elegance: All natural stones are designed
by the mother earth. The color, patterns, veins, cracks, grains, pores, and swirls
– everything that is visible on natural stone floors and walls is natural. That’s
the beauty of natural stones.
Durability: Natural stones withhold their look and
strength for more than a lifetime – even in outdoor conditions. If they are maintained
the right way and are not abused, they will stay in your home forever.
Natural Stone Cons:
Some of the downsides of natural stone tiles are:
Porosity: There are naturally-occurring tiny pores on
natural stone tiles. These pores allow water and fluids to seep through and
become a reason of moisture damage.
Staining: Due to their porous nature, staining is a
very common scenario on natural stone floors and walls. However, if you seal
your natural stone flooring and walling on time, there will be fewer chances of
staining.
Looking to buy natural stones? Visit WallAndTile.com, one
of the largest stone tile shops in US.
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About Sarah B. 
Marketing Writer | Thinker | Environmentalist
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