 | Marvin Niedens is owner of Texturite, LLC. He has been involved in every facet of the construction industry since his childhood when his father was a general contractor in the ‘50s and ‘60s. He enjoys working with his hands to create something people enjoy using, as well as being appealing to the eye. He also likes to work on projects often times neglected by others. Such was the case with ceilings and walls of residential and commercial structures. This is how his company, Texturite, came into existence. You may contact Marvin at 316-393-0836, or by e-mail at marv1096@msn.com. |
Home Improvement
2005-07-01 10:52:00
Adding stone at home
: I read where adding ‘stone’ to your home's decorating scheme is hot right now in Tuscany décor. What are some of the uses?
ANSWER: When it comes to home décor, adding stone is literally the salt of the earth. Natural stones and rocks from the earth itself bear this evidence. Even bricks, which are made by man, begin with clay and other elements of the earth. Stone is used in Tuscan style decorating very effectively in kitchens and in bathrooms. Other uses include fireplaces and hearths as well as in foyers and other entrances. Creating a faux stone wall adds an immediate Tuscan air to any room. Before choosing stone for your Tuscan style, know the physical qualities of any stone you're considering. Before you decide which stone to use and where to use it, you need to know its limits. The three most commonly used stones are granite, limestone and marble. • Granite is strong, long-lasting and heat-resistant. This stone creates a stunning Tuscan style decorating focal point, but is expensive. • Limestone is natural in appearance, but very absorbent and stains easily. It is typically used in flooring and for shower interiors but is not recommended for areas that receive frequent traffic. • Marble is soft and porous, unsuitable for kitchen countertops, recommended for bathrooms and floors. Stripes are good.Beside stone, metal is another salt of the earth material which is popular in Tuscan style decorating. Instead of using highly polished metals that have a shiny appearance, you'll be incorporating metals from the past. Select basic tin pieces to create a feeling of genuineness. You can go as basic or bold as you like from doing a simple picture frame to a tin insert for an antique cabinet. Mix in other unpolished metals like copper, iron and pewter as well for dramatic effects.
