Natural Stone in the Bath
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Marble is a classic, elegant choice in the bath, but other natural stones are becoming popular for their more casual and contemporary look. Host Joan Kohn visits stone fabricator Chris Mian and designer Sue Adams to learn about these alternatives to marble.
- The three most common natural stones used in the bath are granite, limestone and slate.
- Granite is the hardest stone and the most expensive. It produces crisp, clean lines and comes in a huge variety of colors and movement of grain within the stone .
- Limestone gives a rustic, European look. It is usually a creamy color that is susceptible to stains and scratches.
- Slate is harder than limestone, and is usually found in shades of green, from deep to medium.
- Onyx is a new choice for high end bathrooms. It is a semi-precious stone and priced accordingly.
- Price of natural stone is based on its rarity and quality.
- When buying natural stone, view the entire slab before buying, since there can be tremendous variation within the slab.
Joan Kohn's It's Your Bed and Bath240 full-color photographs illustrating design principles and unique solutions for all styles of bedrooms and bathrooms.
Buy the book Guests Chris Mian
Louis Mian Stone Fabrication
547 New Rutherford Avenue
Charlestown, MA 02129
Phone: 617-241-7900
Website:
www.louismian.com
Mark Gagnon
Louis Mian Stone Fabricators
547 New Rutherford Avenue
Charlestown, MA 02129
Phone: 617-241-7900
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