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What should I take into Consideration in Selecting a Granite for an Exterior Countertop?
ANSWER - First of all let me give you some background info to consider. Not all granite, or stones in general, are made equal by mother nature. Being a natural material the physical properties can…
Read MoreWhere can i get frost proof fixer and grout please, cheers?
ANSWER - Normally when you add a tile thin-set mortar latex additive to the thin-set mortar and the grout, it makes it freeze thaw stable. Check with companies like Laticrete International and Mapei who do…
Read MoreWhat is the Coefficient of Friction on Slate Roof tiles?
ANSWER - We deal a lot with static coefficient of friction and dynamic coefficient of friction on stone and other hard surfaces per ASTM C1028 and ANSI A137.1 respectively. There are many types of slate…
Read MoreWhat can I use to harden and seal my sandstone exterior patio?
ANSWER - I assume you have a class 1 sandstone which is the most absorbing and has the lower physical properties within the quartz geological classification. This stone is suitable for many applications, including back yard…
Read MoreWhat kind of tiles should I buy for an exterior area in high and low temperatures?
ANSWER - For Chicago weather you need to use a tile that is freeze thaw stable. Generally speaking that is any ceramic tile that has less than 3% absorption, but you need to test the tile…
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