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The Difference Between Marble and Stone Floors

July 12, 2017 by Flooristics staff Leave a Comment

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Do you know the difference between marble and stone flooring? As business owners and home owners look for ways to make their spaces more beautiful, yet want something durable and easy to care for, they are turning to solid surface flooring. Products like marble and stone floors are growing in popularity, and the installation business for these types of floors is booming. However, it’s important for everyone to know the differences between marble and stone floors.

While marble is a type of stone in general, it exhibits certain characteristics that are not associated with other types of stone like granite and travertine. Marble is softer than granite and is also more porous, which makes it more susceptible to stains. Granite is more durable and denser, so it repels stains better than marble. These are just a few things that are different between marble and stone floors.

When deciding whether granite flooring or marble flooring is the better choice, many consultants and flooring contractors will ask the client where the flooring will go. Marble is more likely to be affected by scratches and wear by high traffic areas, while granite and other stone flooring is more resistant. That means that marble is a better choice for low traffic places like bathrooms while granite and other stones may be better suited for entryways, kitchens and more.

Knowing the difference between marble and stone floors makes it easier to recommend to clients which one will work best for them. Choosing the right material for flooring is a key part of ensuring that clients are happy with the product and that they get years of enjoyment out of them.

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