Flooring is like the diligent super mom. It works the hardest with the whole world walking all over it, yet tries to look attractive at the same time. Floors are the most used space of any home or office. So, flooring material should be one that is enduring as well as elegant. Marble fits the bill on both counts. It is a very stylish yet durable flooring material.

Marble tiles are an excellent option for those who are tired of the same old linoleum and want a makeover without breaking their wallets. Marble tiles are long lasting, good to look at and fit various budgets. They are easily available, not only in hardware stores but also on the Internet. Marble tiles require little maintenance and maybe be self installed using care and carefully following some guidelines.

Accurately measure the area to be covered and only then order the tiles. Any mismatch may result in a real headache - a shortage will make you run to and from to complete the set and excess may result you in being saddled with surplus tiles. So measure well and order just enough budgeting for breakages and chipping.

Use an excellent adhesive during installation. It might be worthwhile to invest in a reputed quality sealant. Layout the tiles carefully keeping the design (if any) in mind and allow to dry for 6-8 hours. After drying, fill in the gaps with concrete and wipe away any excess carefully, Wash the entire surface later to get a gleaming floor.

Marble requires some maintenance. Marble stains easily and spillages or water spots really spoil its looks. Just wipe away with a clean, dry cloth. If necessary, use lukewarm water and some gentle soap. Do not use acidic cleaning agents. After this, try to keep the floor dry. Regularly sweep or vacuum to remove dirt and dust. Try to avoid scratches or chipping of the tiles Marble tiles should be sealed and polished often to maintain the shine of the marble.