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Honed Stone

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Honed stone tiles A honed stone tile has a smooth, flat finish. It creates a softer look than that of a polished stone tile, with a satin effect similar to an eggshell paint. The honing process, similar to the polishing process, uses machines and abrasives to buff the surface of the stone but stops short […]

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Tumbled Stone

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Tumbled stone tiles A tumbled stone tile gives a soft, textured, natural effect to the surface of the stone tile and uneven edges. It is often used when a rustic or natural effect is desired. A tumbled stone tile is perfect for use in situation where it will come into contact with water as it […]

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Polished Travertine

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Polished Travertine Polished Travertine tiling is a beautiful durable solution that will enhance any home. Polished Travertine is hard wearing, low maintenance and can last a lifetime which makes it an extremely worthwhile investment. Travertine is a form of limestone that is created when minerals are deposited over long periods of time by water and […]

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Brushed Stone

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Brushed Stone tiles A brushed stone tile has a smooth finish with an attractive luster, it gives a natural worn look. Brushed stone tiles can be filled or unfilled. Brushing is a process in which wire, diamond tipped brushes sweep the stone tile. If the stone tiles are to be brushed and filled, an epoxy […]

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Riven Stone

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Riven Stone tiles Riven is a finish which gives a very natural effect to the stone tile and is perfect for achieving a rustic, traditional look. The riven finish is achieved by splitting the layers of sediment along the natural fault line. This can be done by hand splitting or machine calibration. Hand splitting will […]

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