Marble and granite hardness ratings, which is better?

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I have heard that there are different ratings in stone hardness for both granite and marble stones. How do I know which is suitable for certain areas in my home? Will one type of hardness rating be better ...AnswerIndeed there are different ratings in stone hardness, marble being one of the softer materials and granite being quite a bit harder than marble.  Most quartzites are just as hard if not harder than ...

What is Bio color for quartz compact?

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My husband and I recently moved into a condo in the downtown Toronto area, it’s very different from the sub-urban home we once lived in and I am looking to personalize it more to my liking. I came ...AnswerThe “Bio” colours in Compac quartz advocate that products used to create this line are more environmentally friendly than the regular Compac quartz line.  I believe that the chemicals ...

How do I test my outdoor granite countertops for sealant?

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How do I test my outdoor granite countertops for sealant?   I have recently renovated my outdoor bar countertop; it is now granite.   I didn’t think to ask at the time about whether or ...AnswerFirstly, you should inquire if it was professionally sealed on the onset.    Whether your stone is indoors or outdoors, to test this, put a good bead of water on your countertop where you do ...

Marble vs limestone mosaic patterns in the bathroom

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I am thinking about renovating the bathroom in my Toronto home and have come across the mosaic pattern options. I am trying to decide between limestone tile and Marble tile and need to know which of the ...AnswerLimestone is softer and more porous than marble, but they are both beautiful for a bathroom.  Whatever you choose, please use honed or waxed finish for the floors to prevent slip and fall accidents.  ...

Mosaic tiles in my laundry room, tips for aftercare and maintenance.

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We just purchased a home in Ottawa and have upgraded everything in our laundry room including the flooring, which is now a mosaic limestone pattern. Seeing as the laundry room is one of the most used rooms ...AnswerYou want to pick up any spills as soon as they happen because limestone is a very porous material and the last thing you want is staining due to detergents and fabric softeners.  Make sure that your ...

Toronto Marble Slabs: Classic Elegance for Your Home

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A visit to your local Toronto area marble slabs showroom will offer a unique glimpse at one of the oldest, and most exquisite forms of natural art this world has to offer. The preferred material for sculptors of the ancient, Renaissance, and modern eras, marble is a stone of historically-renowned ...

Toronto Granite Slabs: For Strength and Beauty

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Let us imagine, if only for a brief moment of indulgence, that granite slabs were more than just stone - more than countertops or tiles, more than a beautifully practical facet of so many kitchens and bathrooms in the Toronto area. Let’s pretend granite was a living, breathing ...

Choosing the Right Granite Slabs for Your Toronto Home!

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From the Ancient Tombs and the Great Pyramids in Egypt to the wondrous Stonehenge in England, and even the Presidential faces of Mount Rushmore, granite is popular for its beauty and durability – but you don’t have to travel to the ends of the earth to find it! Granite ...

Marble Slabs for Toronto Homeowners is Nature’s Own Art

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Marble Slabs for Toronto Homeowners Many people go in to painstaking detail when they choose how to decorate and personalize their homes with art – picking the right painting, or selecting the right sculpture to display – but it probably does not occur to most that Mother ...

Granite Slabs Fabrication in the GTA

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What is meant by “fabrication” for granite slab countertops? Do I need a “fabricator,” and if so, how do I find one in the GTA?AnswerGranite is the number one choice for countertops in the Greater Toronto Area. This versatile, beautiful stone is perfect for kitchen or bathroom, and adds value to any home. Because of the stone’s ...

Shopping for Marble Slabs in Toronto

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Shopping for Marble Slabs in Toronto Now that you’ve decided upon illustrious marble for your fabulous new backsplash and kitchen countertops, it’s important to take the time to do the research before you buy.  Selecting the right type and tone of marble slabs that ...

Granite Slabs for Toronto Homes: Edge Profiles

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We’re thinking of renovating our kitchen and installing granite slab countertops. What’s the best way to choose an edge profile?AnswerThere are a number of ways to customize any granite slab countertop. Of course, each piece of stone is unique, so by choosing granite, you have already ensured that your kitchen will be graced by a beautiful, ...
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