Category Archives: stones marble
How can I turn a flat glass stone into a charm or pendant?
I have some flat glass stones/marbles and want to turn them into a pendant or earrings. I’ve tried searching online and found only a few instructions but I tried and came out fruitless. Perhaps there are findings for such material? … Continue reading
What are some stones that people would use in Science?
What are some stones that people would use in Science? I have down Sandstone, Limestone, Marble, Mica, Granite But what are some others that may be mentioned in Science? Also could you tell me if there a mineral etc & … Continue reading
Is this pink, flat, round hard "marble", a gall stone?
I am on a special diet since having an operation for gall stones. Yet to have my gall bladder out but have been drinking my own vegetable juices and no fat diet, etc. and am feeling 100% better. This morning … Continue reading
which is least expensive marble or granite? which is a better stone?
I am trying to choose a headstone for my father’s grave and I dont know the difference in price and quality. My father has a flat granite stone on his grave with a bronze plate over it with his name, … Continue reading
Why does marble etc stay cold to the touch, even when it is in a warm environement?
My living room table top is marble, and I’ve often wondered why it remains cold–does that mean stone buildings are cold? Marble has a higher specific conductance than the air which means it can obtain heat or cold better. Air … Continue reading
Can Marble tile be used for sort of outdoor applications?
HI, I need to put stone tiles down on the balcony floor of my condo. Not a large surface area, only 36 sq ft. When it rains, it does get wet. I saw some Marble tiles that were tumbled (not … Continue reading
HAS any one ever painted their concert floor to make it look like marble or a stone slab floor?
If so what kind of paint did you use??? Did you put a sealer on if??? Does it wear will?? Does it peel or chip of??? I just painted my concrete porch and painted a faux area rug on it. … Continue reading
How do I treat unglazed marble?
I would like it to have a gloss finish and it is VERY porous. I put 3 coats of sealant (for marble tile) and 3 coats of gloss top coat (for ‘stone’). I gave all top coat layers, and the … Continue reading
What are the lines in marble (i.e. stone counter top) called?
Like say you wanted to "call out" (as in building plans) that the marble should be set with the _________ verticaly. other than veins… Vein is the most appropriate word. If they are more round, they are vugs. If an … Continue reading
What are the lines in marble (i.e. stone counter top) called?
Like say you wanted to "call out" (as in building plans) that the marble should be set with the _________ verticaly. other than veins… Vein is the most appropriate word. If they are more round, they are vugs. If an … Continue reading