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Few building materials match the beauty of a natural stone floor. With its no-two-pieces-look-alike character and durability, stone flooring has been a favorite of homeowners for millennia.
Stone flooring tiles come in many shapes and sizes, from 4\u00d72-foot rectangles to 1-inch-square mosaics. In between, you\u2019ll find many square and rectangular sizes to fit your needs.
Prices run from a relatively cheap $2 per square foot to an eye-popping $100 per square foot. Natural stone is readily available and a great addition to any home.<\/p>\r\n
Marble<\/h2>\r\n
Marble tile flooring sets a perfect statement in any entryway or floor space within your home. Marble has a reputation of being one of the most luxurious home design materials and its attractive veining and color options can truly make it stand out in any room. Prized for its classic elegance, marble flooring has been around since ancient times. It\u2019s instantly recognizable for its soft grain patterns and creamy colors that range from white to red, green, and black. It\u2019s often polished to a high sheen that shows off its subtle beauty.
Polished marble is slippery when wet and isn\u2019t the best choice for kitchens and baths. Honed marble has more surface texture and is a good alternative, but doesn\u2019t have the dynamic color of polished marble.<\/p>\r\n
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Travertine<\/h2>\r\n
Travertine is a sedimentary rock and is one of the softer varieties of stone flooring. That means over time, travertine will develop a soft, mellow patina. It comes in a wide range of shades and hues, from light cream to dark rust. Polished travertine resembles marble; tumbled travertine is characterized by pits, holes, and rounded edges that give it an antique look.
Travertine flooring is porous and reacts quickly to acidic substances, so even spilled orange juice may cause a stain. Regular application of a stone sealer helps protect travertine flooring.<\/p>\r\n
Granite<\/h2>\r\n
Granite is an igneous rock formed under extreme pressure, making it one of the hardest flooring materials. It\u2019s virtually impervious to staining and scratching. It comes in many colors and is found throughout the country \u2014 local varieties of granite flooring may be less expensive due to lower shipping costs.<\/p>\r\n
Slate<\/h2>\r\n
Slate is a metamorphic rock that was formed in layers, so it easily splits into thin sheets that are cut into tiles. Slate floor tiles can be left with their naturally rough surfaces or honed smooth. The rougher surfaces offer good traction for entryways, sunrooms, patios and kitchens. Color-wise, slate tends toward blends of dark green, gray and brown.
Slate comes in various densities. The denser the slate, the less likely it is to chip or flake in a process called \u201cspalling.\u201d A bit of spalling is common in un-honed slate. Denser slates cost more. ![\"slate\"](\"https:\/\/adtilefitters.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/slate.png\" "\\"slate\\"")
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Limestone<\/h2>\r\n
Limestone is a cousin of travertine, although it\u2019s somewhat harder and over time will stand up better to everyday use. It has striking grain patterns that, when cut into long, narrow tiles, resemble wood planks.
It\u2019s a porous stone and should be protected with a quality stone sealer to prevent stains. Re-seal limestone flooring every few years to maintain protection.<\/p>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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