Marble Flooring

Marble is the ideal flooring material for larger, upscale homes and adds an undeniable elegance to any remodel. Marble floors are extremely easy to clean once they are properly sealed. Marble is a form of limestone and is soft than granite; it is heavy and fairly durable, however, and is preferred over granite or ceramic tile by many builders and homeowners. Marble tile flooring can range from light pink to dark red, with a white, gray, gray/blue and black available in various shades and degree of ‘marbling’.

Rooms Where Marble Flooring is Used

Decorative marble flooring is a classic choice for entries, master bathrooms and kitchens. It is also used commercially in office buildings, banks, hotels and expensive restaurants. White marble tile floors exude wealth and luxury, and are often installed in parlors and formal ballrooms. Colored marble sets off patterned wallpaper in living areas or dining rooms, and can be used to great effect in mirrored bathrooms.

Advantages of Marble Flooring

Marble tile flooring is more expensive than ceramic or porcelain. The cost is generally offset by the added value to the home. Being a natural stone, marble is more apt to stay cool in the summer and warm in the winter, unlike regular tile flooring. Marble floors are a better choice than carpet or vinyl in bathrooms, due to their ability to increase value and their resistance to water of sealed correctly.

What to Consider When Purchasing Marble Flooring

Marble is more porous than granite or porcelain, and must be sealed to prevent staining. It can be installed over carefully prepped concrete or a wood sub-floor covered by cement backer board. Grout joints are generally made as small as possible for a seamless appearance. Weight should be considered when installing marble in upstairs rooms; some reinforcement may be required to ensure the existing floor can bear the added load. The experts at Ideal floor can guide you to the best marble flooring option for your home, and help you make decisions on how to implement marble tile into your home’s interior decorating scheme.