How to Use a Hand Grinder to Cut Granite

How to Clean Stains from Granite Countertops

Install a cement backer board over the surface you are tiling. Cement backer board is sturdier than drywall, and will also smooth out an uneven surface. Attach the backer board to the surface with flat head masonry screws.

Granite floor tiles are an elegant and durable addition to any home. Granite is harder and more durable than marble or limestone, but still brings the look and beauty of natural stone to an area. While granite is extremely dense, it can be damaged by repeated exposure to dirt, spills and stains. To help protect the stone, and give you time to wipe these substances up, seal granite floor tiles on a yearly basis.

You will make many decisions when choosing a granite countertop, including what thickness, which color and what pattern. Another option that isn't commonly considered is what type of edging? The edging on the countertop can be any one of a number of styles including rounded, beveled and squared. You can choose a style that complements your decor and appeal to your personal taste.

Install the faucet on the marble top by placing the faucet stems through the holes cut in the top. Use a wrench to tighten the bolts on the underside of the vanity top to hold the faucet parts in place.