can you use marble tile for counter top
Marble countertop are unmatchable in their natural beauty and classic elegance and no other worktops can even come close to the regal look they impart to modern kitchens. Amongst marble countertops, the ones that are highly prized and usually preferred are white marble worktops, most notably the brand Carrara marble worktops. With various advantages like More Design Capabilities, Timeless Appeal, It is cool by Nature, Resistance to Heat, High Durability, It is very easy to find and many other. Get more details at:
marble is not recomended because the veins in marble can collect debris and be a breeding ground for bacteria which would not be good when preparing food
Counter Top. Marble tiles (although expensive) crack w/in time. Luckily they now have imatation marbel tiles. You should look into them.
Im sorry Ever Wolf, i'm sure you're a good contractor, but you're no tile installer. Non-sanded grout is for grout joints 1/8 or smaller. sanded grout is for grout joints 1/8 or larger. The sand is for stability in larger grout joints. NEVER use sanded grout in anything smaller than 1/8 When installing marble tile, it is customary to butt the tiles against each other with no grout joint at all. The edges of the tiles are machined with a micro-bevel so there will be a slight groove between them that are to be filled with an unsanded grout. Use latex fortefied WHITE thinset mortar. Marble can be a bit translucent and the darker grey thinset can show through. There is alot more to consider such as what to do with the edges, but that is too involved to try to explain here. good luck with your project!
You can use any type tile you like. Just be aware of what can and cannot be done with the type you choose. Scratching, burns and cracking are the most common downfalls of countertop tiles. First thing to consider before applying any type tile is to make sure the counter is capable of supporting the additional weight. The foundation is the most important part of any building process.
