ᐅ Experience with Natural Stone Tiles (Travertine, Slate)

Created on: 6 Sep 2016 10:29
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Lile08
Hello,
yesterday we visited a showroom to look at natural stone tiles and were really impressed.
We especially liked beige/brown travertine tiles laid in a Roman pattern.
Then there were Peacock multicolor slate tiles and finely split slate called "Mustang."
Does anyone have experience with natural stone tiles?
So far, most opinions I have read are positive. After sealing, the floors are reportedly easy to maintain and resistant to damage.
Maybe someone here has experience and can share some insights...

Bright room with dark stone floor, wooden cabinet, plant on side table, mirror on the wall.


Beige stone tile floor with palm leaf and woven mat at the edge
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ypg
3 May 2017 18:53
Wow!!!

Are you still treating the floor with color enhancer?

I hope you will enjoy the floor a lot. It looks fantastic – hopefully it doesn’t require special maintenance and is resistant to cleaning agents!
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Knallkörper
5 May 2017 00:32
We installed a little over 100 sqm (1,076 sq ft) of granite. I applied the sealant myself, which was quite challenging. We will clean it soon using special care products, but in general, granite is resistant to cleaners and chemicals. (Unlike marble, which is why we decided against using marble.)
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Lile08
13 May 2017 22:18
I applied a slate oil with a color enhancer to the entire floor. It looks really great.
Before that, I rented a floor scrubber and gave everything a thorough cleaning.
When mopping, the rough surface can catch on you quite easily. But using a relatively thick, fluffy mop works well ; )
Dust and dirt are hardly visible on the floor, even though we haven’t paved yet and there is sand and gravel all around the house.
Everything else will become clear over time.
zehn081317 May 2017 16:15
Does anyone have experience with limestone regarding maintenance, wear, etc.?
At the moment, this is our favorite choice for the hallway, kitchen, and dining room on the ground floor.