Homeowners who want to upgrade their home decor should consider using travertine tile in Santa Cruz CA. Travertine, granite, ceramic, slate, and other natural stone floors add beauty and durability to any home. Natural stone and ceramic products can be used on floors, countertops, walls, or backsplashes. These hard surfaces are available in many different colors, patterns, sizes, and prices. There is a product to meet any homeowner’s budget and decorating taste. The use of ceramic and stone surfaces can increase a home’s value when it comes time to sell.
Ceramic, slate, travertine, marble, granite, or other stone floors may cost more initially but will be very cost effective because the material lasts so much longer than other flooring materials. The key to having a ceramic or stone floor that performs well over time is to have it installed properly. Stone and ceramic tiles must be installed over a stable subfloor. If a subfloor is not thick enough, an additional layer will need to be applied to add stability. The tile must be applied with an even layer of thinset or adhesive. The spaces between the tiles must all be the same width. The completed tile floor must be grouted and sealed properly. When a professional tile setter installs tile and stone, the job will be done correctly.
Countertops made of Travertine Tile in Santa Cruz CA can be beautiful, easy to clean, and durable. Countertops are usually purchased in slabs, then cut to the exact size of the kitchen or bathroom counters. Holes are cut for sinks and other fixtures. The cabinets are reinforced and prepared for the stone countertops, then the countertops are lifted into place and secured. Any seams are glued, sanded, and polished to be nearly invisible. This type of one-piece countertop will be easy to keep clean, waterproof, and very durable. Countertops can also be made of individual tiles with narrow grout lines.
Walls and backsplashes can be covered with a thinner version of ceramic or natural stone tiles. There are many different shapes and sizes of wall tiles that will coordinate with the countertops and stone floor choices. Wall tiles must be applied with the correct adhesive and grout for best performance. Professional tile setters employed by stone and tile supply companies should install the tile. Contact Carmel Stone Imports for more information on tile and stone.
