Tips Before Starting Stone Processing and Installation

Correct selection of stone type by purpose: Not every stone can be used everywhere. Marble is highly aesthetic, but it is soft and porous, making it less recommended for kitchen countertops. For kitchens and high-traffic areas, durable granite, quartz, or porcelain stoneware are the best choices, while travertine is ideal for facades.Surface preparation and tile adhesive: Standard tile adhesive will not suffice when installing heavy stone slabs (especially on floors and walls). It is essential to use highly elastic and high-adhesion specialized adhesives (Class $S_1$ or $S_2$) to prevent the stone from loosening or falling off over time.Protective treatment (Hydrophobization): Natural stones (marble, travertine, basalt) have a porous structure. Immediately after installation is complete, the surface must be treated with a specialized water- and oil-repellent penetrant (sealer). This protects the stone from stains, moisture, and discoloration.Mechanical fastening at heights: When installing large, heavy stone slabs on facades, relying solely on adhesive is a violation of safety regulations. When working at heights above 3 meters, it is mandatory to use a combined or fully mechanical fastening system — using specialized metal anchors, profiles, and brackets (the so-called ventilated facade system).Joint processing (Grouting): To fill the seams between stone slabs, a specialized two-component epoxy grout or stone adhesive-paste is used, which perfectly matches the tone of the stone. Improperly filled joints allow water to penetrate the stone, causing it to crack during freezing winter temperatures.💡 Trust true masters of stone: Find marble, granite, and quartz processing workshops, facade cladding experts, and stone carving professionals on the platform: services.ss.ge