Artistic Tile recommends the use of pH neutral stone cleaners specifically manufactured for the care of natural stone. Sweep, vacuum, damp mop, and change your mop water when dirty for daily maintenance and use stone care products when necessary. Always follow manufacturer’s directions for product use.
Vein cutting is perpendicular to the natural plane and provides a linear appearance. Cross cut is parallel to the natural plane and provides a clouded appearance. Vein cut and cross cut are terms that typically apply to Travertine.
All three varieties of stone are calcium carbonate based. Limestone and Travertine are both sedimentary materials, primary difference being the presence of holes in Travertine due to its formation around mineral springs. Marble is a metamorphic material, and is essentially Limestone that has undergone a change or recrystallization due to pressure or heat.
A process performed by a highly pressurized and concentrated stream of water and mineral cutting abrasives. Water jets are particularly useful in cutting elaborate curves and patterns.
Glass Tile is typically translucent. Trowel marks and voids reading through the glass can be unsightly. Yes, most glass tiles should be back buttered. This is the case for some mosaics containing glass, including our Hampton Blends collection.
Refer to the manufacturer’s guidelines which may include Score and Snap, MK215GL10 diamond blade for tub saws, or a Gemini Ring Saw (specialized wet-saw).
