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2269: I would like to know your opinion on using Caliza Capri Limestone honed
slabs inside a swimming pool. The designs
call for the entire inner wall and floor to be clad with this material. My concern
is whether there will be a noticeable deterioration in the stone over the years
from the effect of the Chlorine on the stone. We can accept slight etching or
loss of shine but we would be very concerned if the stone would deteriorate considerably
to the point of pitting or cracking. David, Philippines. July 20, |
| R1:
Dear David: I don't know much about that particular limestone, but it being
a calcite-based stone I would have your very concerns myself. Try honed granite.
Maurizio, USA |
| A 1577: I wish
to cover an area around a swimming-pool's deck with loose stones. These
stones must be barefoot friendly (wet bare feet at that). What type and size of
loose stone would work for this project. Thanks. Noah, March 21. |
| R1: Noah,
Whoa! Loose stones? Could you please elaborate on why you want something loose
around a wet and potential slippery area? Steven,
USA |
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| A
1296: I need to know what is the most practical / used natural stone for pool
deck. I need to buy about 50 tons of stone for a project. Stone must be cool,
flat and 1 to 2 inches thick. Jan 2.
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| R3:
Where are you located? Have used several Texas limestones for this purpose with
very good results. JVC, USA,
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| R2:
Many types of flagging would be good here. I think you should start with slates
and bluestones first. Then try some sandstones. Steven, USA, |
| R1:
Pool Decks have been covered by a variety of stones . Currently the most practical
solutions are: Flamed Granite : The rough texture make the area slip resistant
and provides the excellent surface. As Granite is available in a number of colours,
you have a large range to choose from. The desired thickness slabs can be easily
made available. Sandstone: Sandstone with its natural slip resistant texture is
the most IN thing today. Pool decks can be covered with a wide variety of Natural
sandstones. It is necessary to seal the sandstones applied on pool deck to protect
water marks and water penetration in the stone as sandstone by nature is porous.
If you require any further help please feel free to e-mail us. Arun, India,
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| A 1262: Are there any types of stone,
marble or granite that can be used for lining swimming pools? Sarah Dec
15, |
| R2: Most stone types are suitable for lining
a pool if they are set in concrete and properly grouted. If you used a polished
finish, marble may lose its shine due to surface attack but this should not affect
its structural integrity. The main area of concern is where stone may be
subject to wet/dry cycling, in this area the stone must be very dimensionally
stable, that is, it will not grow when we and shrink on drying - granites and
most marbles are fine. The use of sandstone as coping requires careful selection.
Jim, Australia, |
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| R1: Dear Sarah: Yes, there are, but are very
difficult to pin point. Dolomitic marbles from Italy, Greece and India,
and some Ophicalcite represent in general a good choice on the marble side
(for as long as you don't want them polished). Most dark "granites" do,
too. If you like a light color granite, then the only choices are the Sardinia
ones (White or Gray) , the Porrino (pink and gray), and some US granites
from South Dakota, NY State, Rhode Island, and maybe a few others. Stay
away from very absorbent "granites" (see my "lemon juice test"). And remember,
by the pool surrounding, whatever marble or "granite" you choose, make sure
that it has a flamed or bush hammered finish. Any other finish would be
very slippery when wet! Maurizio, USA, |
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