Marble tiles: scope of use
Marble has a wide field of application due to its unique characteristics. This stone combines such qualities that make it almost the ideal material for decoration. Describing them, the first thing you can identify a strong structure that provides durability. Coatings of marble can serve for decades, and sometimes even centuries.
Secondly, ceramic tiles for marble and other products from it have a unique beauty, which is created through natural, natural pattern. That is why it is used in the design of interiors in antique style. Unlike typical ceramics, floor tiles of marble do not lose their luster and color over time. Therefore, it is used for large rooms with large cross-country capacity( concert halls, galleries, theaters).
Third, a variety of color solutions allows the use of tiles for finishing houses and apartments. Especially popular is the avant-garde style, where both crystal-white and silver-black are used. In addition, the dimensions of the tile itself can also be different. You can pick up both small squares and massive slabs.
Marble tile: the benefits of
Marble tiles have many advantages over other flooring materials. We list only a few of them.
- The high mechanical strength of the is ensured by the filamentary structure of the material. Therefore, the coatings withstand dynamic and static loads.
- The ideal smoothness and the plane of the tiles allows you to use them for finishing not only the floor, but also the steps, window sills, panels.
- Easy operation and handling of .The floor marble tiles are cut in such a way that the mold itself is not damaged( there are no splits and microcracks).
- High abrasion resistance .It is not necessary to be afraid, that on some sites( at an input in apartment or the house) there will be some "erasures".
- Sound attenuation and vibration resistance .Effectively extinguishes various sounds and vibration vibrations.
- Chemical resistance of to various detergents. Also you can not be afraid for the cover if you spilled any drinks.
- Safety in terms of conductivity ( has good electrical insulation properties), does not accumulate static electricity.
Marble tile laying
Marble floor tiles are laid according to the specific technology using the appropriate tools and materials. These include the tile itself, a respirator, gloves, a level, a scraper, tile separators, a bucket, a sponge, white portland cement, glue for marble tiles( Weber. Kol Profi is suitable), a clean rag, if necessary a protective tape.
The tiles in the form and size are selected according to the general design. Of the existing sizes, the most popular are 30x30, 60x30, 35x35, 60x60 cm. The typical width can be from 10 to 20 mm.
Before the ceramic tile is laid, it is necessary to prepare the surface. The base is leveled using plywood sheets. Next, dilute the glue according to the instructions on the packaging. It must be applied with a scalloped scraper to the entire surface. Then, by sliding movements, as if pressing into the glue, the laying of ceramic tiles on the floor is done.
In this case, the glue can accumulate in the seams. It is necessary to monitor this and clean it from the front in time. For the seams to be straight, the tiles are separated by special dividers. Most often narrow narrow joints of about 2-3 mm thick are made. Further, the coating is allowed time to dry( minimum 24 hours).At the last stage, the grouting is carried out. A mixture is prepared for the trowelling of white Portland cement.
Note! During laying, tiling is often required. It is important to carry out very carefully to avoid the appearance of cracks. First cut ¾ of the tiles, and then it turns 180 degrees and cuts off the rest. Use for cutting is a special electric saw.
