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NATURAL STONE TILE INSTALLATION

WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL:

Natural stone tiles require expert handling and specialized installation techniques. Each type—granite, limestone, marble, sandstone, and travertine—has unique requirements.

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Our Expert Process:

  • Proper Sealing - Multiple coats of high-grade sealer before installation

  • Specialized Mortars - Different adhesives for different stone types

  • Pre-Grout Protection - Prevents staining during installation

  • Texture Considerations - Handle smooth, textured, and rough surfaces properly

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Why Professional Installation Matters: Natural stone is porous and delicate. Improper sealing or installation can cause dimming, wear, and permanent staining.

Perfect For: Homeowners who want the beauty of natural stone with the confidence of expert installation and long-lasting results.

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Natural Stone Tiles

Installing Natural Stone Tiles
Natural stone tiles are the most delicate of all tiles to install.  And they require special handling.  Natural stone tiles comes in different shapes and sizes; some have a high gloss finish and other have a matte finish.  Some of the faces of the tiles are smooth, some have a texture feel to them while others have a rough uneven surface to them.  But all require preventive maintenance.

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Most of the natural stone tiles have not been sealed properly.  Not adding the proper sealer can cause the tiles to dim, wear away and lose luster.  Some tiles will require high grade oil-base sealer and as much as three coats before installation.  Most of the times you will have to apply a sealer before you apply grout otherwise the color of the grout weill stain the natural stone tiles.

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There are different thin-set mortars to install natural stone tiles and each different type of tiles may require a different installation procedure. All natural stone tiles are porous so all require a sealer.  Some of the tiles include granite, limestone, marble, sandstone and travertine.  Before you purchase natural sone tiles,

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