Color Selection and Uses |
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| DFW Granite can install all kinds of tile backsplash material. Just tell us what you want to do and
we can formulate a bid based on the amount of material needed and the labor to perform the
job. Typically, we will give you a starting base price with a 4 x 4 tumbled tile stone. Included in
the price is all labor and materials and we can lay the tile in a straight, staggered joint or
diagonal pattern all for the same low price. Pencils, inlays and any other patterns will be extra,
we always try to with a very fair price. Listed below are the tumbled travertine stone colors that
come as part of the base price package. The "X" means available sizes. |
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4 x 4 |
4 x 8 |
3 x 6 |
6 x 6 |
12 x 12 |
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| Ivory |
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| Cross Cut |
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| Dark Walnut |
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| Chocolate
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Backsplash Tile |
DFW Granite can install all kinds of tile backsplash material. Just tell us what you want to do and
we can formulate a bid based on the amount of material needed and the labor to perform the
job. Typically, we will give you a starting base price with a 4 x 4 tumbled tile stone. Included in
the price is all labor and materials and we can lay the tile in a straight, staggered joint or
diagonal pattern all for the same low price. Pencils, inlays and any other patterns will be extra,
we always try to with a very fair price. Listed below are the tumbled travertine stone colors that
come as part of the base price package. The "X" means available sizes. |
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STONE FAQ'STONE FAQ'S |
Natural stone is a product of nature. No two tiles are exactly alike. Natural stone can vary in
color, veining, thickness, sizing and finish. |
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NATURAL STONE DEFINED: |
(Sedimentary Rock) Travertine began as Limestone and is a result of hot springs in the earths
core. After the water evaporated, the layers of dissolved limestone and minerals gave the stone
its banded appearance. The characteristic holes in the stone are a result from gas bubbles which
evaporate and form crystals in the cavities. These cavities are sometimes left as is for a more rustic
& antique look or filled with a tinted epoxy and honed for a more solid surface effect.
(Metamorphic) Slate is formed from compressed layers of the sedimentary rock shale that can be
split to reveal beautiful colors and textured surfaces. Slate can be split and left with its natural
cleft surface or gauged for a more consistent thickness.
(Metamorphic) Similar to slate, quartzite contains 95% quartz and a higher concentration of mica
which gives it a sparkling texture. |
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USES OF NATURAL STONE TILE: |
- Interior and exterior
- Floors and walls
- Shower and tub surrounds
- Fireplaces
- Vanities
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TYPES OF NATURAL STONE FINISHES: |
ANTIQUED FINISH:
- This can mean different things to different manufacturers.
- The surface is usually brushed or honed with different pads, creating an old look.
- Sometimes the surface is acid washed, exposing a dimpled surface (this works especially well
with travertine).
- The edges tend to have a chipped or tumbled look. Basically the stone looks like it's been
around a while.
CHISELED FINISH:
- There are various methods used to produce this look, but basically the edges come out chipped.
Generally the surface of the tile is honed or brushed.
COBBLED:
- Basically the same as chiseled, but the chips aren't as deep.
HONED:
- A matte surface is created similar to polishing, minus the last few pads.
HIGH HONE:
- A matte finish with a soft sheen, between honed and polished.
POLISHED:
- Pads are used to create a glossy sheen on the surface of the stone.
TUMBLED:
- Stones are put in a big cylinder and tumbled with other stones and smaller stones to create a
rounded edge and softer finish.
- Length of time in the "Tumbler" determines how rounded the edges are.
- Softer stones, such as travertine, tend to have a more rounded edge than harder stones, such
as marble.
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MEASURING FOR TILE: |
Accurate estimation of your surface is an important first step.
Square Foot Calculator
To calculate the square feet of an area, provide the following measurements.
Height ft. in.
Width ft. in.
Total Square Feet: ft.
Estimating Tile Quantities
When measuring for floor tile the rule is:
Length x Width + Waste = Amount Needed
Waste Factor will vary based upon tile size, layout, configuration of room, patterns, etc. Typical
waste factor is about 10%. Add 15% for tile being installed diagonally or for a room with lots of
jogs and corners. These installations will require more cuts and thus more waste. |
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Care for Natural Stone Tile |
Do clean with a dust mop and neutral cleaner to remove most dirt.
- Do use a penetrating sealer to prevent staining. Because many stones are porous to some
degree, excessive water may cause reactions such as oxidation (rust), spalling, deterioration of
dry veins, etc. Special impregnating sealers are recommended to avoid these problems. Emser
representatives can recommend the appropriate sealer.
- Do clean natural stones with special stone cleaners, pH balanced cleaners or neutral base
cleaners.
- Do not clean any natural stone with acidic cleaners, including (but not limited to) vinegar or
cleaners with lemon or lime on the label. These products will abrade the polish from the stone.
Sealers DO NOT protect polished surfaces from these types of cleaners.
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Standard Installation Patterns |
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Brick / Staggerred |
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Diamond /
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