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ANSWER - There are different types of glass tile. Cast glass tiles and fused glass tiles generally are not prone to chipping and scratching, but of course any tile can chip and scratch under the…

ANSWER - A glazed porcelain ceramic tile if installed correctly would be very resistant to water. If there is hydrostatic water pressure, meaning water from the ground is pushing up through the basement concrete slab…

ANSWER - Yes there are standards for the installation of onyx slabs, which are the same as the standards for marble. All geological classifications of stone have minimum/maximum values for their physical properties, and onyx…

ANSWER - Using a ceramic tile (which includes porcelain ceramic tiles) around heat is not a problem because most ceramic tiles are fired well above 1200 °F and more like 2000 °F. What is important…

ANSWER - No problem using a stone tile on a kitchen counter top. Marble is normally avoided on kitchen counter tops because although marble is dense it is very chemical sensitive and can easily stain…

ANSWER - I know there have been lots of exterior veneers where porcelain tile has been used in freeze thaw climates over the last 20 plus years.  We have worked on several ourselves over the years.…

ANSWER - Porcelain tile is considered one of the best tiles in terms of durability and resistance to moisture.  There are other types of ceramic tile that will perform well too, but you need to…

ANSWER - Your best bet is to visit a local tile and stone showroom or stone fabrication shop to see some of the various stone types and options.  Or call in one of your tile sales…

ANSWER - Glazed ceramic tiles are considered the most suitable for kitchen countertops because the glazed surface is somewhat impervious and more stain resistant. Porcelain tile is a type of a ceramic tile. Most glazed…

ANSWER - Any type of a clay based ceramic tile, which includes porcelain tile, is suitable around heat. Most quality ceramic tiles are fired in kilns near 2,000 degrees F, so they can withstand the…