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Grouts, sealants help ease the task at hand

Floor Covering News

He recommended a rapid-setting, high-performance cement grout as well as a rapid-set, high-performance mortar. The Portland cement-based, polymer-modified grout is both freeze/thaw resistant and water repellent, and is open to traffic in just 90 minutes. This will prevent that from defacing your installation.

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Why is my White Marble Turning Yellow?

Architectural Ceramics

It would be prudent to recommend the use of White Thinset for all natural stone installations, but that may not prevent yellowing from occurring completely. Yellowing may still happen in a shower area where mud work or wet bed has been done using Gray Portland cement. Why is White Thinset insufficient in this application?

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Where can I use faux stone

Realstone

Understanding Faux Stone Definition and Components Faux stone, often referred to as manufactured stone veneer is part of a category of stones called Masonry Veneer. Faux stone, as the name suggests, is a manufactured alternative to natural stone.

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Cozy Up Your Home for the Holidays

Architectural Ceramics

Mix in tranquil hues like shades of blue, green and bronze to instantly give the room the peaceful feel of a luxury spa, along with some natural elements like wood and natural stone. Ask us about our Scraffito tile, handmade in Portland Oregon. The key is to find a balance. Love the wall? Utilize a fireplace.