Monthly Archives: September 2009

How can I remove water stain/spots from a marble table?

I am in the process of polishing my marble tables and I notice water spots, please direct me with a solution to rid the spots. Thank you in advance. Bleach is my all time favorite. I don’t know if it … Continue reading

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I have some slate picture frame surounds but I need to purchase the glass and backing complete with stand for?

I would try hobby lobby or michaels. Both have a frame section & custom frame maker. You can buy separate glass & backings for most size frames.

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Advice for installation of Marble Fireplace Please?

We recently bought an Aurora "Micro-Marble" fireplace from a DIY store. We bought it on impulse and thought it was a good idea at the time. It comes in 6 pieces including the hearth and the back panel. The instructions … Continue reading

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What’s the difference between travertine tiles and other types of marble tile?

The only difference I can see is that travertine seems to be more striated than other types of marble. Is there anything else, like where its from, how its formed or what technical properties it has? look for some information … Continue reading

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What is the price of labor of installing 12×12 glass mosaic tile?

The costs of tile installation vary based on the following: 1) your location 2) the quantity (square footage) of tile to install 3) the application… countertop, back-splash, floor… 4) the preparation & other work involved. Is the surface ready to … Continue reading

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How do you polish or recondition antique marbles?

I have a collection of antique marbles. Some of the marbles have been played with and show wear. Any ideas on products and/or techniques to recondition them? depending on the dept of scrache’s on the marble’s they can be tumble’s … Continue reading

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Installing a glass tile backsplash?

I’m installing a kitchen back splash of 1" x 1" glass tile. Right now there is drywall where the tile will be. I’ve read that it is better to use cement backing board as a substrate. Is this really necessary … Continue reading

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Need Translucent Grout For Frosted Glass Tiles?

I have clear frosted glass tiles. I can’t seem to find any grout that will have the same translucent look. Does it exist? If not should I just go with a bright white? Here is a link with the description … Continue reading

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Can I tile over ceramic wall tile with marble and do I need to space?

This is a fireplace surround 12×12 all the way to the ceiling. Can I roughen tile and use mastic to secure 12×12 marble tiles? the mortar/mastic won’t stick to the glaze on the ceramic. take the ceramic down first and … Continue reading

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how i can find customers for my product?we make Marble (kind of stone) and Mosaic?

The only way to get customers for any product is to advertise… your niche i assume would be home developers, creative arts, interior decorating, etc… although whether you advertise to end users or to companies that provide these services to … Continue reading

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