Granite and marble tiles are beautiful additions to any room. Their color and durability have been appreciated for generations. Do you wish to use some of these beautiful ties in your own home? Read this to learn more.
Steps
1Step One
Use "thin set epoxy" to bond granite or marble tiles to wood or stone backing. Only use water to mix the mortar.
2Step Two
Consider applying a slip sheet between the marble or granite tile and the structure to help improve torsional relief, since the tile and the primary structure may expand and contract at different rates. The slip sheet will allow the tiles to move a little on the floor, and can just be laid on top of the sub floor.
3Step Three
Space granite or marble tiles 1/32 inches to 1/16 inches apart using a spacer such as a nail. Fill the spaces with a matching epoxy grout.
4Step Four
Seal the granite and marble tiles with a "high gloss stone penetrant." This not only brings out the color of the stones, but helps to improve them as well.
5Step Five
Prepare the concrete properly before installing granite and marble tile. The concrete should be solid and not be cracked, chipped or dirty. If too smooth, use a bushing hammer to make the surface a little rougher to help the mortar stick more effectively.
