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Is it wise to use limestone tiles in the shower
Anonymous user 23 February 2024 - 2.45 PM
I'd like to use a natural stone throughout our family bathroom. I'd prefer a lighter coloured stone than travertine ( i have it in another bathroom) and really like limestone which I've found in Wickes. The shower is going to get a lot of use but I'm not sure how porous limestone is. I don't like the ceramic alternatives. Are limestone tiles ok? Or unwise?
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Anonymous user
Hi, in my opinion limestone should not be used in a shower - they are very porous even after sealing. With constant use, the sealer would wear away and they will be high maintenance. If you do not like ceramic, maybe use a porcelain that looks like limestone. The other thing is to check the weight ratio of the tiles if fixing to plaster it will need overboarding with a cement board glue and screwed due to the weight of the tiles. Check with a local tile shop (not at wickes they would not have a clue) about this issue.
Answered4 June 2013
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Steve Gray Tiling Services
Hi I would not recommend using any natural stone in a shower because they are porous and even if sealed with require re-sealing on a regular basis. I have recently completed a bathroom with a limestone floor and ceramic tiles on the walls with a limestone appearance. If you shop around you will find a ceramic or porcelain tile that looks good without the high maintenance.
However if you proceed then please check the weight ratio for the substrate as previously advised.
Steve
Answered11 June 2013
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