big box stores have a variety of styles to
choose from. Your biggest problem will
be choosing just one design to go with!
years. Beautiful tiled surfaces have been
found in the oldest pyramids and ancient
Greek ruins. Decorative tile has come a
long way since then. Today's tiles offer a
wide range of versatility in terms of style.
In the cold winter months, tiles absorb
sunlight and act as a natural heat bank. In
the evening the tiles re-radiate that stored
heat. In the summer the tiles soak up the
heat during the day to make the home
cooler--which is great for Mainer's with-
out air-conditioning units. If you keep the
sun off of your tile floors in the summer
they'll remain nice and cool.
Belt" extends from Waterville to Brown-
ville Junction, with most of the slate quar-
rying today happening around Monson in
southern Piscataquis County.
to fading, weathering, and, with a little el-
bow grease, will look brand new no matter
how old they are. Tile and stone flooring
have become the most popular options in
flooring thanks to their durability and va-
riety of choices.
(rather than carpet) to reduce symptoms.
Tiles also do not fade over time with ex-
posure to sunlight, are not generally af-
fected by moisture, are resistant to stains
and household chemicals, and are a low
maintenance surface.
and blacks and a variety of shapes and
sizes. Using natural stone tiles in your
home is a great way to go green and bring
a taste of the outdoors inside. Get creative
in your use of color and texture through-
out your house. Using tile is a relatively
easy way to give your home an interior
face-lift.