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| Warm, glowing quality, durable, elegant, can be
carved, has distinctive veining that makes every piece unique. |
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| Interior floors, stairs, walls, countertops for
kitchens and baths, fireplace surrounds, furniture surfaces. |
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| Polished, honed, ancient, brushed, tumbled. |
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| Other samples are available for viewing at the
Midwest
Tile website under "marble". |
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Q: How durable is marble?
A: Marble has been used for thousands of years. In many
cases, the statues and buildings made of marble far outlasted the ancient cultures
that built them. A simple, regular maintenance program will keep marble looking beautiful
for the life of your home or commercial building.
Q: Can marble be used in kitchens
and bathrooms?
A: Yes. Marble is a durable material that adds elegance
to any room, including bathrooms and kitchens. Since marble is more porous (and therefore
softer) than granite, it is more prone to staining, etching and scratching. We recommend
that a penetrating sealant be applied on a twice-yearly basis to help protect the
marble from damage.
Marble can even be used for kitchen countertops, although we recommend granite as
a first choice for countertops. Green marble is the most durable and least susceptible
to staining and scratching. With any marble, care should be made to wipe up spills
immediately and we also recommend using a cutting board to protect against scratching.
Marble is an excellent choice for bathrooms and powder rooms—giving a luxurious quality
to vanities, floors, tubs and showers.
Q: What can be done if marble accidentally
gets stained or scratched?
A: There are ways to repair damage that occurs. Marble
polishing powder can help remove scratches, while poulticing liquid can penetrate
marble and help lift out stains. Please see “Recommended Stone Care Products” in
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