Wondering about marble slab options for GTA homes?

 

Once only found in high-end homes, marble slab is finding its way into more homes around the GTA. Choosing to use marble flooring or surfaces is an excellent opportunity to add value to your home while building or remodelling. Marble is one of the most beautiful natural stones, sought after for its intricate veining patterns and elegant, glossy shine. Marble has long been synonymous with luxury. Natural stone brings character and history directly into your home. Marble is a porous stone, which means that it is absorbent and can be affected by acidic solutions, foods, and juices. Revered for its beauty, marble isn’t the most heat-resistant or scratch-resistant stone. This means that over time, your countertop or flooring may show some etching, staining or natural wear and tear. However, with proper maintenance and care, homeowners can still expect their marble surfaces to last a long time.

 

 

Many homeowners that install marble in their homes are comfortable sacrificing a few scuffs for the natural beauty and sheen that marble can bring to any space. No matter how many precautions you take with your surface, expect a few markings to show up over time as accidents naturally occur. For most homeowners, it is common practice to use heat pads and cutting boards in the kitchen, however, even alcohol or juice from lemons and tomatoes can leave marks on your countertops and floors. Proper sealing will give you time to blot up most spills without any damage, however, it is important to take care of spills immediately.

 

A lot of times, it is not yourself that you must worry about when it comes to preserving your countertop. You may find that guests will do more damage to your countertop than anyone. It’s important to have coasters readily available, but even so, you’re bound to run into some problems. Vinegars, fruits, vegetables, juices, and wines can all cause etching on your countertop or floors. If you’re able to live with a surface that has the added character of a few etches and markings, then marble may be perfect for your home.

 

 

Marble comes in two finishes, honed and polished. Honed surfaces are smoother and more scratch-resistant, but need to be resealed more often than polished stones. Honed finishes also maintain their traction when wet, making them a good flooring option for your bathroom or shower. Polishing marble brings out the natural grain and intricate veining patterns of the stone. While the glossier finish does make it more prone to scratching, polished finishes are still suitable for countertops where proper precautions are taken.

 

When building or remodelling your home, choosing marble surfaces and floors is a good way to increase the appeal and value of your home. Natural stone countertops and floors give your home a distinct look. Each stone found in nature is unique, with different patterns, hues, and veining. When looking for a marble slab countertop for your GTA home, find a reputable natural stone distributor and visit your local showroom to view stone samples.