Italian stone flooring is world renowned for its elegance, charm and exquisite craftsmanship. It is famous for adding a touch of luxury to any space where it is installed. The installation process of Italian stone flooring is based on detailed planning and skilled craftsmanship.
Goyal Marble and Granite, expert in italian stone flooring chennai, provides a detailed insight into how the Italian stone is installed which is mentioned below:
1.Selection of Design and Material:
Installation of Italian stone flooring begins with the selection of design and material. Homeowners collaborate with designers to choose the stone type, stone color and stone pattern which aligns with the aesthetics of the space. Italian stones like marble, travertine and limestone come in a wide range of textures, colors which allow for personalized customization based on individual’s taste and preferences.
2. Preparing the surface:
In the next step the surface is prepared for successful installation of Italian stone flooring. The floor is inspected if it has any imperfections. If need arises, the subfloor is leveled and cleaned for smooth and stable base. Preparation promotes that new stone is installed securely and no further issues like cracks or shifting arise.
3. Setting Layout:
Setting layout is crucial to achieve more appealing and even flooring. Measurements are done to make sure the placement and alignment of the stone tiles is correct. Factors of symmetry, focal points and room dimensions are considered for the layout. For a seamless installation, attention is given to patterns, joints and transition lines between rooms.
4. Stone cutting & shaping:
The tiles of Italian stone are cut and shaped as per the decided layout. Craftsmen make use of specialized tools like wet saws, tile cutters for precise cuts. Special care is taken for matching prints, veins, colors and creating an aesthetically pleasing flooring design.
5. Application of Adhesive:
After the cutting and shaping of stone tiles, they are installed in the floor. Good-quality adhesive for natural stones is put on the back of each tile. The adhesive is applied using a notched trowel for proper coverage and adhesion. Expertise is required to ensure adhesive consistent thickness and distribution across the tile surface.
6. Tile Installation:
The stone tiles which are ready are placed onto the adhesive following the decided layout. Precise alignment and spacing of tiles allow grouting the lines to the desired width. Tapping and leveling tools are used for a level and even surface. The tiles are put in place, grout is applied and the gaps between the tiles is filled. Excess grout is wiped off which leaves a clean and polished surface.
7. Finishing:
The durability of the Italian stone flooring is enhanced with a sealant which is applied to protect the surface. It protects the tile surface from stains. The sealant depends on the type of stone used. When the sealant dries off, final polish for bringing out the luster in the stone.
