Updata: 12/25/2007
When carving any kind of sculpture in stone (marble, granite or limestone), a SHORTSTROKE pneumatic hammer is almost essential. A 3/4" hammer for granite and a 1/2" hammer for marble. This allows fine control for delicate detail. This is in addition ...
Updata: 12/23/2007
Marble Tile Background Marble tiles are considered to be one of the best building materials to be used in homes, even in offices, due to its different qualities and benefits. Marble tiles have been used for over thousands of years already, ...
Updata: 12/23/2007
Sealing slate floor tiles will keep them from staining and cracking. Though most installers don't seal slate tile, it's easy enough to do at home. It will keep the tile free from needing repairs or replacements for many years. It can also give slate ...
Updata: 12/23/2007
Broken, cracked, and missing slates should be repaired promptly by an experienced slater in order to prevent water damage to interior finishes, accelerated deterioration of the roof and roof sheathing, and possible structural degradation to fra...
Updata: 12/22/2007
Laying paving stones in concrete gives them a permanence not found with sand or gravel bases. This is the preferred base for close-fitting paving stones arranged in specific patterns. 1Step OneRemove turf and topsoil to a depth of the stone plu...
Updata: 12/22/2007
Granite countertops need to be sealed at least once a year. You can tell that your countertops need to be sealed if the water soaks into the stone without beading up. Local hardware stores carry sealers that can be used. Generally you need to seal yo...
Updata: 12/22/2007
Imagine walking by a landscaping boulder and seeing a stony face peering back at you. Then you spot a rough water basin and stone throne a few steps further on. People have been carving boulders as long as there have been people, boulders and tools t...
Updata: 12/20/2007
There is nothing more homey than a fireplace in the living room or bedroom. You may even consider spicing up a traditional brick hearth by replacing it with stone. Building your own stone fireplace can save you money and add a personal touch to...
Updata: 12/20/2007
Typically granite or marble floor restoration procedure takes 4steps: 1st step of marble floor restoration is most powerful and dynamic. It's lippage removal or flattening. It step consist of grinding and leveling floor. Even new installe...
Updata: 12/20/2007
Travertine stone tile that is durable, beautiful and easy to fit into any space. Most people use it for floors and counter tops. Travertine comes in natural textures and variations of ivory, beige and rust colors. You can learn how to lay trav...
Updata: 12/9/2007
BLUE PEARL HistoryThe Labradors of the Larvik area originated dvring an intense magmatic period occurring in the Oselo region about 270 million years ago. They are believed to have been emplaced at depths of more than 3Km below the surface ofth sea.O...
