Monday, October 17, 2011

Marble

Stone
Marble
-Beauty and heavy.

Process
-Marble is a metamorphic rock composed of recrystallized carbonate minerals.
-Construction marble is a stone which is composed of calcite, dolomite or serpentine which is capable of taking a polish.
-Marble started out as limestone. After that, given enough heat and pressure, limestone will crystallize, resulting in marble.
-Unlike limestone, the crystal structure of marble allows it to take a polish which accentuates the beautiful colours and veining.

Technical Information
-The character of stone, each tile will vary slightly in colour, shade and texture which adds to its charm.
-Marble add that touch of grandeur to the interiors.
-Even with the marble’s inherent “softness”, it is still hard enough to withstand high traffic.

Limitations
-Absorbs oils and other liquids
-Easily scratches
-Acid sensitive
-Require natural soap and neutral pH detergent to clean

Normal Usage
-Principally for buildings and monuments
-Interior decoration (statuary, table tops)
-Flooring tiles

Environmental impact
-Made from natural stone
-Can be re-use

Advantages
-It is durable and long lasting
-Marble with matte finishes makes high quality kitchen counter top exceptionally.
-It is known for its superior and decorative appearance.
-Cool surface of marble tiles can be quite pleasant and comfortable underfoot.
-It is easy to maintain and required occasional polishing only.
-Available in wide range of colours, styles and patterns.
-Highly resistant to water/moisture

Disadvantages
-It is virtually indestructible, hence its high cost.
-it is very cool under feet in the winter.
-Marble can stain if not sealed properly.
-It will get scratch. 

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