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Travertine : pitted travertine vessel sink
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Author: B&BLASSSubject: pitted travertine vessel sinkPosted: 11 Jan 2010 at 11:29pmMy travertine bathroom sink has developed pits in the bottom of the vessel which collects standing water, which molds. Some of the pits seem pretty deep. This is very unslightly, and I would like to know if there is a product that I can use to fill the pitts. The sink has a marbeling type design, so I don't want the fix to look like patchwork. Hopefully, there is something clear to use! Also, I'm confused after reading these forums about to seal or not to seal!?!? Which shall it be?
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Granite : new granite
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Author: BLRTSubject: new granitePosted: 11 Jan 2010 at 8:55pm Hello, We live in Calgary Alberta Canada and have just done a kitchen reno which includes Wild Wine granite. The supplier indicated it was from Norway but it looks like its Brazilian? Is it really granite? how should it be treated? We are getting rings on it that seem to be caused by innocuous things like chicken broth in a pyrex measuring cup. My fabricator has applied a 'silicone like ' treatment to the surface. Nothing else. He says it should only cause the water to bead up and should not be any issue itself.He now plans to send a crew to apply a sealant used on marble to stop these rings from occuring. Does this seem like a good idea? We really love the stone but are confused as to why this is happening and what should be done. Thank you.
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Travertine : Travertine as a bread stone?
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Author: jclarkeSubject: Travertine as a bread stone?Posted: 11 Jan 2010 at 6:47pm Hello, I purchased (before I investigated) a 14" by 16" by 3/8" Classic Ivory Travertine (from Lowes via Turkey) that I intend to use as a breadstone. It is uncoated/unsealed. Is this a good idea? The man who cut it for me believes it is, and helped me in my search when I told him what I was going to do with it. Thank you for any help on this, Jesse
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Travertine : travertine best stone for pool deck?
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Author: apctjbSubject: travertine best stone for pool deck?Posted: 09 Jan 2010 at 11:37pm I also am considering travertine tile or pavers for a pool deck project. The pool has an existing concrete deck. As there is an existing concrete deck I assume I could use tile or pavers? Does anyone know if pavers can be used set directly on the concrete deck? What would be the pros and cons of using pavers rather than tile? There is approx 3000 sqft of existing deck to cover. Thanks
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Travertine : pitted travertine grouting-sealing
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Author: floormanSubject: pitted travertine grouting-sealingPosted: 09 Jan 2010 at 11:03pmsanded grout if most of the holes are big sealer question before grouting spray sealer on a clean rag and wipe over stone face well and let dwell couple minute then dry buff off. This will keep most sealer from entering holes, then after grouted and grout cures reseal all.
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Travertine : What is better-Peruvian or Turkish Travertine??
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Author: neilbuchanSubject: What is better-Peruvian or Turkish Travertine??Posted: 09 Jan 2010 at 10:07amI am looking for a premium outdoor Travertine. I have the supplier who carries Turkish Travertine saying his is the best. I have the supplier who carries Peruvian Travertine saying it is the best. I could also consider Italian although I dont know much about it. I do like the Pervian, it is very pretty, the Turkish Travertine seems to powder a little. Please help with your knowledge and opinion on the matter, it would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance Neil
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Marble : Old stains in marble
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Author: shunshunstoneSubject: Old stains in marblePosted: 07 Jan 2010 at 10:48amChoosing natural stone based on its chemical and physical properties is a key to successful ease of maintenance and repairs. One of the most important considerations is whether the stone will be in a high-traffic or highly-used area. Countertops, for example, are a location where hard stones such as granite and marble are ideal. Onyx, though it is an eye-catching stone in the wide variety of beautiful colors, is not recommended for countertops and kitchen islands because of its etch-able nature and its high vulnerability to acid damage. Now trendy, slate and limestone with a honed finish are ideal for a kitchen backsplash and for flooring. The soft rustic character of these stones can be refined through color enhancers and sealants that slightly alter the dusty stone appeal. For exterior pavers, patios and grilling surfaces, slate and granite are perhaps the best choice in natural stones because they withstand freezing and thawing with an excellent perseverance. Marble, on the other hand, holds water through its veins that will later expand with freezing, leading to destructive cracks and spalling. One misconception regarding the application of sealants is the difference between a "coating" and a "sealant." Generally, a coating of any kind should never be applied to natural stone because it will close the natural pores and veins, thus creating a moisture barrier that will ultimately damage the stone's physical strength and possibly the natural coloration. Rather, for highly used or high-traffic areas, select and apply a superior impregnating sealant that soaks deep into the pores and veins of the natural stone. With an impregnating sealant application, water vapors are allowed to pass through the core of the stone. "If you apply the correct sealer the first time, you very likely won't have to seal it again," Huligar says. There are three categories of impregnating sealants: solvent-based, water-based and silicone-based. Porous stones, such as travertine marble, require a thick silicone-sealant whereas dense stones, such as black granite, require a thin solvent-sealer. For the majority of other stones, a water-based sealant is most commonly applied because of its median thickness and clarity. Conversely, for low-usage areas such as a on a kitchen backsplash, a sealant is not obligatory. Exterior applications of granite and slate such as pavers do not need a sealer either unless they will be exposed to the possibility of spilled acidic drinks or from barbeque grease or other food debris. Regardless of the natural stone type and finish, it should be kept clean daily. Gritty dirt and acidic liquids such as those commonly found in foods and drinks should especially be removed in a timely manner. Selecting the correct type of cleaner for the type of natural stone is important. Granite and marble, for example, should not ever be cleaned with acidic cleansers. A product such as Lustro Italiano should be applied once a month, Huligar explains. This particular product does not have any added aromas, and it is completely transparent from the bottle to its application. Daily cleaners by Lustro Italiano primarily enhance cleaning maintenance of polished and honed stones by leaving them better protected against the next acidic spill or watermark. The product is not recommended, however, for applications such as steam showers because the daily cleaner's chemical compounds can be altered by extra minerals in hard water. Additionally, this product is intended exclusively for natural stone rather than for Portland cement countertops or any other man-made products. Edited by findstone - 11 Jan 2010 at 7:04pm
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Granite : Granite color matching question
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Author: shunshunstoneSubject: Granite color matching questionPosted: 07 Jan 2010 at 10:41amIf you interested in the bathroom or kitchen, the installation of granite, you can enjoy all kinds of colour collocation of granite. If you have a specific bathroom color theme, then according to the wall color and decorate colour theme of choose complementary color or another kind of lighting effect of the color.Edited by findstone - 11 Jan 2010 at 7:06pm
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Granite : To Seal or not to Seal?
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Author: DidzSubject: To Seal or not to Seal?Posted: 07 Jan 2010 at 9:42am Hello, I have Blue in the Night granite from Namibia. I was told it needs no sealing or care, is this so? I did a water test with paper towel, and I didn't see any water darkening stain. I've had it about 1 year now, looks gook but not like it use to. Can I still polish it, and whats the best day to day cleaner, I use antibacterial windex right now. Its eems not to leave any streaking, and i guess kills all germs, is there somthing better? Also, i've notice two small scatches on surface not deep only surface(they look like little white lines). How do I go about buffing them out? Any help appreciated, tx.
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Limestone : Bali Limestone
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Author: melshelSubject: Bali LimestonePosted: 06 Jan 2010 at 10:54amWe have an extensive area of Limestone tiles (from Bali) as the flooring and some have not been sealed properly. Olive oil has been spilt in a trail on the tiles and was not attended to straight away some of the tiles are in the sunlight and the oil has soaked in. We have tried many different cleaning options but none have worked. Is there a solvent that can assist? Your help and advice would be greatly appreciated.
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