Stone tiles are the epitome of style and elegance in any home but what exactly are stone tiles and how are they used?  Here is everything that you need to know.

What are Stone Tiles?

A stone tile can be defined as a thin slab of some type of natural stone that is fixed in position using a tile adhesive and grout.  The actual tile itself is created by cutting a piece of rock into the desired shape and size using either hand or machine tools.  It is then left with a natural finish or it is sealed in order to make it less porous and thus more resistant to moisture and stains.

Types of Stone Tiles

Stone tiles are actually quite versatile and thus you have a number of options to choose from.  The most common are:
• Granite
• Marble
• Travertine
• Limestone
• Sandstone
• Slate
• Bluestone
• Flagstone

Why Use Stone Tiles?

Stone tiles are incredibly desirous within the home for a number of reasons but chief amongst these is their beauty.  No other material can come close to matching the natural elegance, warmth, and style of natural stone, no matter what type of stone you choose.  Stone tiles are also incredibly durable and hardwearing and they will last for many years once they are laid.  Their lifetime is measured in decades rather than years like many other surfaces are.  You don’t have to worry about them wearing over time, and the only maintenance that you have to do is to clean them as you would any other hard surface, or to seal the stone every few years if necessary.

You also have a lot of flexibility design wise with stone tiling as it can be used on walls and floors, and inside or outside the home.  Use them in the bathroom, as kitchen flooring, in your living areas, around your pool, in your entertaining areas, or wherever else you’d like.  They are also available in a range of beautiful natural colours including sands, reds, greys, blues, creams, pinks, and more.  Stone can be used to create a traditional or modern look with ease.