Natural Stone Flooring Decoration

Natural Stone Flooring Decoration has been used for flooring as one of the most durable and at the same time beautiful materials.

The design options are diverse - it can be a simple Natural Stone tile, a checkerboard pattern, a complex ornament, or a unique mosaic. It all depends on the chosen style and project budget.

Thanks to modern technologies, it was possible to cope with the main disadvantage of a Natural Stone floor - low thermal conductivity. As a rule, tiles are laid on top of a heated structure. In addition, it is imperative that experienced builders handle the Natural Stone flooring as Natural Stone is far from the cheapest material, and correcting any errors during installation will be very expensive.

CHOICE OF Natural Stone FOR FLOOR COVERING

When choosing a Natural Stone for the floor, one should proceed from the conditions of the room. Marble and granite floors have long been the norm, but there are other interesting options for flooring.

for commercial establishments, galleries and train stations (premises with high traffic) granite and basalt are perfect. Such rocks are characterized by low abrasion and high resistance to dirt and acids. This is very important, because during the winter due to dirt, sand and salt, significant damage to the surface of the Natural Stone can be caused;

among the "domestic" rocks, the greatest demand To Floor Decoration is typical for marble, marble onyx, travertine and limeNatural Stone. They are not as durable and resistant to impact, but when used at home, they will last a very long time. We advise you not to use marble to decorate the hallway and rooms where perfect cleanliness is not always maintained;

slate stands out for its texture. It can help you create interesting and extraordinary interiors. But it has a layered structure and it is for this reason that during the first year of use, the floors are subject to "peeling". In addition, such an option can noticeably suffer from sharp heels and stilettos;

Quartzite, in fact, has the strength of granite and the beauty of marble, but at the same time it has one significant drawback - the cost is 2-3 times higher than most granites and marbles. It is not easy to saw, grind and polish. In this regard, unedged slabs with a slightly uneven surface are often used.

FEATURES OF Natural Stone FACTORY AND FINISHES

Optimally, the beauty of the floor is combined with its safety. Due to the high humidity, Natural Stone floors can be slippery, and this is fraught with injury. It is definitely worth remembering about the texture when facing a bathroom or pool.

Tiles of the following sizes are usually used: 305 * 305, 600 * 300, 600 * 600 and others. In addition, you can create unique tiles that resemble honeycombs or diamonds. The premium segment prefers mosaic marble floors or the creation of an interesting panel. The architect together with the customer develops a suitable drawing. We, in turn, embody ideas with the help of professional designers, and also use precise cutting machines with programmed control.

Natural Stone Flooring Decoration Finish

Recently, the "butterfly" has been very popular. In this embodiment, several solid Natural Stone slabs (2 or 4) from one Natural Stone block are laid out next to each other. A unique pattern is obtained from the reflected veins of the Natural Stone.

INSTALLATION OF Natural Stone FLOOR

Before installing the Natural Stone floor, all utilities must be installed: heating and water supply pipes, wires, underfloor heating. You should also carry out waterproofing, install a reinforcing mesh and perform a final screed.

It should be noted that the thickness of the future coating and the adhesive layer affects the screed. Usually it is 5-10 mm if the Natural Stone is 20 mm thick. A number of requirements are imposed on it - the screed must be dry, clean and made with a perfectly even layer.

There are 2 of the most popular tile laying methods:

Laying of slabs

Assuming minimal adjoining. It is important that the surface of the tiles is flat. There should be no visible traces of mortar at the joints. Before completing the repair, the floor should be closed, and the joints should be sealed with construction tape. Then it is necessary to carry out a complex re-polishing in order to renew the texture and achieve the maximum possible smoothness of the floor.

Chamfer is applied along the entire perimeter of the tile.

As a rule, the chamfer is barely noticeable, but there are different options - depending on the planned relief of the floor. With this finish, the solution is clearly visible, filling the space between the tiles. But in this case it looks pretty interesting and neat.

Natural Stone Decorating Floor Rustic

Natural Stone FLOOR CARE

A Natural Stone floor can serve you for centuries, but its preservation depends on three factors:

The Right choice of Natural Stone and its texture;
Compliance with floor laying standards;
Further implementation of simple rules for the care of the Natural Stone. From time to time, treat it with a water repellent - a substance that creates a barrier against moisture, dirt and dust.

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Natural Stone Flooring Decoration