Shades of Stone

Granite is a natural stone . Many homeowners like to install it in their home. It may prove costly but the look and durability are worth it. They have resistance to stains and moisture. Maintenance is very easy as it does not need much cleaning. There are many colors and patterns available. It is versatile and can be used for flooring , countertops, and walls. The popularity of this tile is increasing day after day as there are many reasons to choose it. The elegant look also has inspired many people. There are many types of granite available on the market.    Impala Black Many natural stone tiles need sealing to get the resistance to water damage and stains. Granite is a tough and hard material known on earth. This does not need any sealing as it has a natural resistance to moisture. This property makes it the best material to be used in bathrooms and kitchen. Flooring or countertop in water areas this tile can be used. Impala Black Granite has dark gray and ...

House is built for living and we do not think of selling it. But in unpredictable circumstances, there may be a possibility that the house has to be sold. Making the house ready for a market sale is very important. We cannot change the house according to our wish. There is a lot of rethinking and redesigning for the existing space. Old tiles may make the whole house look dull and turn off the potential buyers. Changing the kitchen, bathroom and the foyer area will give a good impression for the buyer. Here are some tips for preparing the house for putting it to market. Small changes Give big value If there are plans for selling of the house then we should start inspecting the house like a potential buyer. Try to finish the tile corrections or new installations, in the visible places. In the kitchen, bathroom or any other room in the house the tiles should look good. The buyer should not feel that as soon as he occupies the house, he has to replace them. The backsplash in kitche...

Today, beautiful Travertine tiles are being preferred by the homeowners as well as the home designers hugely due to the excellent feature and style. You can surely think of decorating your home with this specially designed tile. Travertine is a form of limestone and it is based on sedimentary rock which takes thousand years to form. This style is available in nearly 30 different colors and among these colors, natural beige, tan, etc have become quite popular among the homeowners. Again, with the enhancement of minerals at the time of formation of this limestone, this stone becomes pink and gold too. Apart from attractive colors, excellent finish and durability have also made this stone well-famed. For wall to wall decoration at your home, it is always suggested to go with travertine tiles. This will normally create an organic environment within your home. If you are looking for adding a modern flair to decorate a home, then this style will surely be the best one. Let us t...

You need durable materials of high value in order to refurbish bathrooms whether for the family or for property selling purposes. The lavish marble is expensive and requires greater maintenance in comparison with other natural stone . If budgets are a constraint, why not opt for the marble look porcelain tile that provides realistic surfaces! The Pietra Collection consists of long lasting inkjet-printed porcelain tiles . The marble fantasy would make you forget that it is actually porcelain that mimics marble. Choose from several patterns and colors to decorate the bathroom and shower surrounds in style. Besides, porcelain comes with benefits like hardness and durability, easy to clean and does not require sealing. Porcelain is less porous than ceramic. It keeps out water and resists bacteria and smells. Splashes and spills do not bother porcelain either. Consider some of the awesome shower looks created with marble look porcelain . Carrara Pietra Featured:...

The backsplash can always add spice to the decoration of the kitchens and there are lots of ideas can always be planned with varied designs and decorations. Every homeowner, as well as the interior decorators, always prefer to have the best designs for all types of backsplash designs .  Let us go through some necessary details to get more details about varied designs of the backsplash.  Bianco Arabesque These ceramic tiles are obtainable with excellent patterns and colors. The patterns here are well facilitated with modern styles and more elegance. The sizes of these patterns are available in 6 mm slabs and sophistication is one of the most elegant styles of Bianco Arabesque . Whether it is your kitchen or bathroom, every place can be made exceptionally gorgeous with these backsplash designs. This style is just perfect for placing above the sinks or stoves within the kitchens or bathrooms. Crema Arched Basketweave This style is known as an excellent opt...

Large-format tiles are one of the latest trends in interior home design. Large tiles magically make the smaller spaces look much larger. They add a trendy twist to marble stones or porcelain tiles. As there are less number of grout lines, they are very easy to maintain. They are good for both contemporary and traditional settings. However, you need to twice check before installing 12x24 large format tiles in your bathroom, living room or kitchen. So, here's a quick guide to large-format tiles. Use the same tile Large-format tiles are not good in portions. They must be used throughout to create a uniform look and comforting appeal. When used in an appropriate way, they can compliment well with bathtubs and Accenture fixtures and magically your room feel larger and taller. The porcelain large-format tiles of sizes 16x36 and 12x24 create the look of beautiful travertine. But they need much lesser maintenance when compared to travertine tiles. These tiles can also comp...

People normally prefer natural stone for kitchen or bathroom countertops. These stones are durable and beautiful. Granite resists cold, heat and spills which are perfect for any kitchen design. In addition, it is scratch and stain-proof but preferably it has to be sealed before installing. Sealing plays an important role as even wine and grease stains are resisted by this. Whether it is high-end construction or renovation the people prefer granite. This gives a unique look to the house and looks elegant. The style and stunning colors of granite add luxury and functionality to the house. The value of the house rises automatically after the usage of this stone. Bainbrook Brown Granite is a play of gray, black and cream color. This color of granite gives a warm finish to the modern kitchen and a zing to traditional ones. This can tolerate a lot of strain and stress. They can be used for interior or exterior projects. Kitchen and bathroom countertops are the places where it is u...

While everybody is going big with massive tile sizes, the tiny ones carry power too. They are cheap, pretty and suit intimate settings. Round, square, hexagons, they fit into wet areas particularly well. Pools, bathrooms, and kitchens come to mind. The decoration is superbly done with penny tiles. Create an immense classic beauty in a moment and diversify surroundings so well. The traditional porcelains, ceramics, and glass make the little penny tiles great investments. They are installed in fiberglass netting and can be quickly installed. Whatever the surface size and shape, the netting is easily cut and setting up done at great speed. It might look as if a lot of labor is involved, though! In terms of costs too, penny tiles are just too affordable at about $5 per square foot. Compare that with the subway tiles and glass mosaics that could cost around $15 to $20 per square foot. Not only is the purpose quite the same, but the decorative value is so much greater ...

Depending on the perfect decoration, you can surely make your home a dream place. You can think of your own how to decorate your home or you can simply take help of professionals. There are various ideas that you can have to make your house more extraordinary.       Having an individual space within a home will always give you an ultimate comfort. Whether you are living in a small sized apartment or it is a large spacious apartment, everywhere you need to create a private place so that every member of the family can get their privacy. For flooring of this area, you can use a unique rhomboid shaped mosaics  Durango rhomboids 2x2 tumbled  to make the sit out more attractive.       You can use a natural wall with Tuscany Alabastrino  interlocking pattern or well-designed rugs on the floor with Durango mini Versailles 12 x 12 tumbled to give the living room a completely new and exotic appearance.   Now move ...