| Question from: R Menna |
Posted: Dec 31, 1969 (17:00) |
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Re: Kitchen remodeling. We have installed kinawa granite countertops and porcelain tile floor (13" tiles set at diagonal). Now we are ready to do the backsplash. We plan to use the 6" version of the floor tiles set square. We want to add small diamonds of the kinawa (2-4" squares, not sure yet what size) to accent the backsplash and tie everything together. Questions: (1) Does it make sense to try to fabricate the small tiles out of the hunk of leftover slab (from the cooktop cutout)? Or (2) Should I buy some kinawa tiles and cut them? (3) If 2, then what about the slight difference in thickness between the granite and ceramic tiles (1/16")? Should I worry about polishing the edges of the small squares?What would you do?thanks
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| Question from: Randy Ellison |
Posted: Dec 31, 1969 (17:00) |
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There is a new product call Solo5. It is a much thinner type(only 1/2 inch) of Granite use for countertops. They heat it up and use a epoxy in the expanding pores.Then they use a fibreglass mesh on the backing. They use a plywood substraight underneath the slab on installation. It is installed for thousands less than the normal granite installations. One of the selling aspects that they use is unlike 1 1/4 granite that this material flexes and don`t break. Have you heard of this new thing and can you give a breakout of advantages and disadvantages ?ThanksRandy
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| Question from: Tod Gourley |
Posted: Dec 31, 1969 (17:00) |
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Where can I learn about and/or recieve training on stone fabrication? I am specifically interested in polishing irregular shaped slabs of quartzite and sedimentary stone.
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| Question from: leroy oliver |
Posted: Dec 31, 1969 (17:00) |
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ungauged slate some pieces are 3/4" thick on 1 side and 1/4" on the other.Also some have like small mountains in the middle of the 12x12" tile. Particular care was used in setting to get a level as possible plain but homeowner is not happy with uneveness. Can I stone chisel some of these areas to get a flatter surface?
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| Question from: Alicia Gartrell |
Posted: Dec 31, 1969 (17:00) |
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I would like to know which granite fabrication process is better - By hand or using the Italian Machinery/CNC Machines?
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| Question from: ann sawdon |
Posted: Dec 31, 1969 (17:00) |
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How do i change the size of marble tile? Sand it or cut it and with what?
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| Question from: Michel Boux |
Posted: Dec 31, 1969 (17:00) |
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How much does it costs (avg) in US$/ft2 to flame stone surface with a Pelegrini flaming equipment ?
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| Question from: Jack Pesaner |
Posted: Dec 31, 1969 (17:00) |
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I am trying to find a shop in the Hollywood/Ft. Lauderdale area that can bullnose 1/2 inch granite tile. Any suggestions?Thanks.
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| Question from: ROBERT PIPER |
Posted: Dec 31, 1969 (17:00) |
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We have a new kitchen countertop made with 2cm "crazy horse" stone. What is an acceptablejoint width when joining two stone slabs in the field? We have heard that the thickness of a dime is an acceptable width. Please advise. Best Regards.
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| Question from: Mark Baron |
Posted: Dec 31, 1969 (17:00) |
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I have a piece of Granite and i would like to chisel cut it to a size I need . it is approx. 1 1/2" thick. Is there a good "how to" site or can anyone recommend how to chisel it.
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| Question from: Eric Decker |
Posted: Dec 31, 1969 (17:00) |
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Hi, I have been fabricating granite countertops as a hobby for friends and family. They have turned out well using common Home Depot tools, diamond blades and diamond pads. I want to start a fabrication shop and plan on taking the NTC school but would like to purchase some tools now. I have a budget of around $6000.00 to buy a table or track saw, Router and a professional polisher, what tools (brands please) would best suit my needs. Also what is the best granite sealer (brand please) on the market. Any info you could provide me would be a great help. Thank you Eric
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