Laying natural stone in 3 steps
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Laying natural stone in 3 steps
Stone is found in nature in great quantities and is used more and more in ecological building because it is regarded as a sustainable material. Sustainable development is a term we hear more and more often. If we as a society want to avoid depleting natural resources and polluting the environment, and to preserve biodiversity for future generations, it is one way to get there.\n\nSustainability has found its way into almost every area of life, giving rise to the ideas of ecological building and sustainable architecture. Both focus on building with minimal impact on nature, using recyclable and renewable materials that reduce construction costs.\n\nIn recent years many sustainable materials with innovative solutions have come onto the market. But there is also a sustainable material that has proved itself for centuries: Natural stone.
Natural stone as a sustainable material
Sustainable, nature-friendly building requires a lot of planning in advance and some extra coordination. In the long run, though, the effort pays off.\n\nWith natural stone you can follow the idea of ecological building quite simply and get a beautiful, lasting result. You have the properties of stones such as these to thank for that: Marble, Limestone, Travertine and Granite.Properties of natural stone
Natural stone is a product of nature and has many properties that make it sought after indoors and out. As it contains no toxins or other harmful substances, it is completely safe indoors.\n\nSome advantages of natural stone:- durability,
- long service life,
- resistance,
- recyclability,
- versatility,
- beautiful appearance,
- wide choice of colours and shades,
- easy care.
Uses for natural stone
Natural stone has a lot of charm and brings timelessness and elegance to the home. Here are some ways you can use this beautiful material at home.Stone floors
For natural flooring we recommend granite, marble, limestone or travertine. These materials are extremely robust and need little care. Natural stone on the floor, indoors and out, creates a pleasant atmosphere and brings nature into the house.stone wall cladding
Natural stone wall cladding gives your home new depth. It is important that it is installed professionally.stone window sills
Natural stone is also excellent for window sills. You can choose from many colours and patterns of different types of stone. Clarify in advance whether the window sills will be used indoors or outdoors.Other stone products
Many stone accessories enhance the house and garden, such as planters, switch plates, wall decorations or a kitchen worktop.
Laying natural stone properly
Laying natural stone requires a great deal of knowledge, patience and expertise. If you are not sure you have all three, turn to professionals. Natural stone must be laid perfectly, as only then does it fully do its job.\n\nThere are usually two tricky points when laying: first, moisture that can form between the substrate and the natural stone tile; second, the choice of the right adhesive and its colour. We always recommend choosing a slightly lighter adhesive.\n\nThis is how our professionals lay natural stone:- First the load-bearing substrate is prepared: sufficiently consolidated and level. Falls for drainage and enough drains must not be forgotten. The finished height must also be taken into account and the substrate prepared accordingly.
- Then the chosen stone is laid. It must be dry and clean beforehand. Mortar or adhesive must cover the whole back of the stone, and the joints must be of even width.
- Finally comes grouting, the last step in laying natural stone tiles. The right products and methods are very important here, as are completely and evenly filled joints. As soon as the grout starts to set, the stone surface is cleaned: with circular movements, a little water and a soft sponge.