For instance if you re looking to use the natural material on a floor or in a tight space like a backsplash tiles may be the ideal option.
Marble kitchen backsplash maintenance.
In the kitchen marble is often used on countertops and backsplashes.
It is important to seal these tiles with a mold and mildew inhibitor and penetrating sealer.
Marble is a timeless classic when it comes to home building materials.
Although you will need to be careful in high traffic areas like the kitchen the beauty of a marble backsplash can be well worth the effort you will need to put in to care for it.
Here s what you need to know before the decision s set in stone.
The end result is a clean and chic kitchen that will last a lifetime she says.
Marble tiles around showers tubs and over the kitchen counter can take a lot of abuse.
Once a year your marble backsplash tile and grout will need sealing to keep it water and stain resistant.
Marble care and maintenance 101.
In this kitchen she used 4x8 subway tiles to give the illusion of a bigger space and then added 1x3 carrara marble tiles in a herringbone pattern for the backsplash.
Just use warm water and dish soap and for stubborn stains a mixture of baking soda and water.
Still cleaning a marble backsplash is easy.
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A marble kitchen counter or bathroom vanity is a big purchase for any homeowner.
A marble backsplash can look very elegant and stylish but given the characteristics of the material requires constant maintenance.
The goal is to keep marble as clean and dry as possible.
However since it s not your countertop there s no need to wait 24 hours to let it cure before using the kitchen again.