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Using natural stone in home décor isn’t exactly a new practice. Having been an element of interior design and architecture for centuries, natural stone has been a star, especially for residential dwellings.
In recent trends though, we’ve seen natural stone be used for a number of creative endeavors, from backsplashes for minimalist kitchens to floors for luxury bathrooms, and the latter choice is what we’ve exploring today!
Natural stone has a beautiful, bold and elegant look, which is probably why it was typically used as building material in olden times. Paired with its strong and durable qualities, natural stone offered much that made it worth the expensive price.
At present though, natural stone isn’t the only building material anymore that’s even stronger and more durable. This is why in many cases; natural stone has now become a lot less pricey than what it was a few decades ago. And that makes it more accessible, which is great news for those who value it because of its style and exclusivity.
Aesthetically, almost every type of stone has a different form, different veining and different coloring. From a homeowner’s point of view, this makes their home uniquely distinct. It also helps that with natural stone, it adds to the overall value of the property as well and that’s always a strong positive.
When using natural stone in a wet location such as a bathroom, there are certain points you have to take into consideration:
Depending on the type of natural stone you get, the price could easily go upwards of $100 to $300 and even more. Pair that with the combined labor and material cost and you’ll have yourself a hefty bill. In such cases, it’s always best to research on the best stones that won’t cost you a fortune.
While beautiful, natural stone is cold. So unless you have a radiant floor heating system in place, you might not feel comfortable, especially if you live in an area that has cold weather round the year. This is usually why most people opt for floor heating along with stone flooring as well, though that also causes their bill to hike up.
Stone floors are usually sealed for protection, and it’s this sealing that causes the floor to become slippery. Not a great option for homes with children and elderly people! In addition, stone floors can be brittle as well and do require quite a bit of structural changes if they are damaged.
However, to counter all these disadvantages, the best thing you can do is choose the right stone in the first place. And that’s where we come in.
NYLoft offers bathroom, kitchen and home interior services to all in NYC.
So if you’ve got a question about natural stone, contact us at 212-206-7400. We’ll help you choose the best stone for your bathroom!
Think of it as the final touches to an aesthetic masterpiece!
Molding — millwork used as elements for crowns, casings and baseboards etc — adds a lot more to a home than just the perfect finish.
Typically used to incorporate a facet of sophistication and character to your overall interior design, home moldings can pretty much take your architectural design to a whole new level.
So let’s dive into the details and learn as much as we can about moldings and how we can use them to beautify an otherwise simple home.
Moldings are broadly separated into three categories:
These are the crown moldings, casings and baseboards. Also the most functional trim since they cover the gaps or seams between two sections, the primary trim is usually decorative, and used to set the tone and style of the room.
These are the trims on the walls and entryways. Also chair rails, architraves and panel molding. These add an extra dimension and depth to the style.
This is the additional detailed molding, the corner blocks, rosettes, plinth blocks and more that add specific detailing to different aspects of the room.
Typically, crown moldings are used to soften the look from wall to ceiling, whereas panel moldings are added as basic wall frames that can be dressed up with fabric or wallpaper.
Base caps, base shoes and baseboards are added to cover the gaps between floor boards, adjoining walls etc to create a smoother transition from room-to-room.
Especially for entryways, architraves are used to establish an overall style for the house. Casings are then used to incorporate the windows with the home design.
Additional moldings and trim elements such as screen beads; lattice and corner moldings are used to add a special touch of design to an otherwise simpler home interior.
Basic materials that are used for molding and millwork include:
Choosing the right material usually depends on the design you want. And for that, you need to have a professional at hand who can do the job right!
NYLoft offers custom millwork and interior design services to all in NYC. As a leading firm in home and interior design, we have the materials and the professional skills necessary to give your home the touch of perfection it deserves.
Contact us today at 212-206-7400 and book a consultation!
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