5 najboljih vrsta kamenih podova za kuhinje, kupatila i još mnogo toga

Različite vrste kamenih podova će raditi u većini prostorija, bilo da imate savremen ili moderan dom. Pločice od prirodnog kamena u kuhinjama zapravo su jedan od najpopularnijih izgleda. Iako su odlična opcija za kupatila i hodnike. I nije samo izgled ono što čini podove od prirodnog kamena solidnim izborom.

From the palest marble and limestone to the darkest slate and granite, the design possibilities of stone flooring are vast and many are very durable, making them one of the best types of flooring materials to choose if you want to add value and character to your property.

DA LI JE PRIRODNI KAMEN DOBAR ZA KUHINJSKE PODOVE?

Podovi od prirodnog kamena koji se koriste u kuhinjama pružit će i stil i funkcionalnost. Izdržljiv, dugotrajan granit je popularan izbor koji se često koristi i za radne ploče, dok će krečnjak dati toplu rustikalnu završnu obradu i neće se lako istrošiti. Idealno ako vaš kuhinjski prostor ima puno ljudi. 

KOLIKO KOŠTA PODOVI OD PRIRODNOG KAMENA?

Prices vary enormously and will depend on the grade and quality of the stone. But, this is usually one of the downsides to natural stone flooring as prices compared to other types of floor tiles are elevated. Most stone is newly quarried but reclaimed slabs are available, which, although considered more environmentally friendly, are usually more expensive. Expect to pay upwards of £30 per m² from a high-street or national retailer and up to and over £500 per m² for high-grade or rarer stones. 

U SAD-u možete očekivati ​​da ćete platiti od 8 do 18 dolara samo za instalaciju. Sa više jedinstvenih dizajna koji koštaju više.

KOJI JE NAJBOLJI KAMEN ZA POD?

Stone floors are widely considered to add value to a property, but choose wisely as once laid you won’t want to change them for years. The most durable option is granite while many would say that marble is the most popular (albeit expensive) option.

1. GRANIT

Dostupan u širokom spektru boja, često sa mineralnim mrljama ili granitom sa suptilnim venama, fleksibilan je izbor koji se može prilagoditi većini stilova kuća. A kako je vrlo izdržljiv, radit će iu područjima s velikim prometom, poput hodnika. Dolazi u različitim završnim obradama, ali je uglačana forma koja u potpunosti otkriva boje i uzorke. Kolous se kreće od plavih i ljubičastih nijansi do sive i maslinastozelene, a često uključuju zarđalo crvene oznake.

Granite floor tiles typically cost from £30 per m²/ $4/sq. ft. ($4 /case)for basic and uniform, black small format tiles. Expect to pay, on average, between £50-£70 per m²/ $14 for larger format tiles, that have a more interesting and colorful finish. The limitless variations of granite flooring colors and textures means that it is hard to put a price on some of the rare examples available. It is very possible to spend in excess of £150 per m²/$200 /sq.ft to find the perfect patterning for your floor.

2. ŠKRILAC

Lako se dijeli na različite debljine i dostupan sa teksturiranom završnom obradom, škriljevac dobro funkcionira u vlažnim prostorima kao što su kupaonice i kuhinje (ovisno o tome ko kuha!).

Slate sits at the cheaper end of the spectrum, costing as little as £10 per m²/$3.49/sq. ft. ($34.89 /case) from a high street or online supplier, up to £50 per m²/$11.00/sq. ft. for interesting colors and textures from specialist suppliers.

3. MRAMOR

Započevši svoj život kao krečnjak, pod određenim uslovima njegove komponente kristališu i formiraju žile tipične za mermer. U svom najčistijem obliku, može se naći u širokom spektru drugih nijansi, od raznih sivih do zelenih i crnih.

Marble floors come in at a similar price to granite, with an equal number of variations in color and texture on the market. It's as great in a kitchen as it is in a bathroom. Expect to pay from £50 per m²/$10.99/sq. ft for the most basic tile, to as much as £150 or £200 per m/$77.42/sq. ft. ($232.25 /case)² for decorative tiles or tiles with specialist color-ways and finishes.

4. KRAČNJAK

Occurring in many tones, from nearly white to the more common warm honey, as well as rarer greys and dark browns Limestone is often a rustic. Textures range from even-grained stones through to smoother types with fossils and coarser, open-textured varieties. Some can be polished to resemble marble. It can scratch easily as it's quite soft so be careful in kitchens. However, as it's resistant to mold and bacteria, it works really well as a bathroom flooring option.

There is a lot of variation in the price of limestone tiles. The cheapest you will come across are around £30 per m² for a basic option, the average price is between £50 – £80 per m²/ $2-$11 per sq. ft, but much like granite and marble, you can end up spending up to £200 per m²/($200.00 /case)².

5. TRAVERTIN

Travertin ima poroznu površinu s malim rupama koje mu daju izgled poput spužve; viši kvalitet, premium travertin ima manje udubljenja sa živopisnijom bojom. Može se nabaviti gotova od nekih dobavljača; u suprotnom će ga trebati popuniti na licu mjesta. Kada je pravilno postavljen, travertin je jedan od najotpornijih kamena za kupatila i tuševe.

The cheapest travertine options are very affordable, starting from around £15 to £30 per m²/$468/case and giving a similar effect to limestone. The most you will look at spending on travertine tiles is around £70 per m²/ $50.30/sq. ft, $133.02 /case.

KOJU ZAVRŠNU OBLOGU PRIRODNOG KAMENA DA ODABRATE ZA SVOJE PLOČICE?

Završna obrada koju odaberete će utjecati na cjelokupni izgled vaših pločica i, kao rezultat, vaše sobe. Ovaj pojmovnik vam govori šta je što u završnim obradama podnih pločica.

• Honed – a smooth, matt surface for a natural look.
• Tumbled – an aged or distressed finish created by the tumbling process, which uses a machine with water and stones to give softer edges.
• Riven – stone, usually slate, is split to expose the natural texture for a rustic look.
• Brushed – a finish that is created by stiff bristles for a slightly rough appearance.
• Hammered – the surface has been finished with a pocked effect.
• Na jastuku – a description used for stone that has soft, rounded edges.
• Polirano – smoothed for a glossy finish.
• Flamed – a textured, non-reflective surface produced by a flame; sometimes referred to as a thermal finish.

KOJI SU NEDOSTACI KAMENIH PODOVA?

Stvari na koje treba obratiti pažnju kada razmišljate o podovima od prirodnog kamena u svom domu su troškovi i održavanje. Nekim vrstama kamena potrebno je redovitije brtvljenje jer su porozne i riskiraju izblijediti i pucati. Također treba obratiti pažnju na njihovu izdržljivost jer se neke vrste kamenih podova lakše ogrebu od drugih. Osim toga, može biti vrlo teško i skupo za uklanjanje.

Kamene pločice mogu biti hladne i tvrde pod nogama, i to treba uzeti u obzir kada odlučujete gdje ćete ih postaviti. U prostoriji okrenutoj prema jugu, kamen će usvojiti temperaturu okoline i zagrijati se na suncu, ali ako imate sobu okrenutu prema sjeveru koja ima potencijal da postane hladna, kameni pod možda nije idealan izbor. To znači da možete omekšati kameni pod tepihom. 

China and glass will almost certainly break if dropped on a solid stone floor. Some polished surfaces can be slippery in bathrooms, but there are textured tiles with non-slip finishes. The best way to find out if a floor covering is suitable for your space is to ask your supplier; if your selected tile isn’t appropriate, they will be able to suggest a similar option that is.

DA LI SU KAMENE PODNE PLOČICE KOMPATIBILNE SA PODNIM GRIJANJEM?

Solid stone floor tiles are the perfect partner for underfloor heating because of the ease at which it absorbs and emits heat. This can be especially useful in a bathroom or kitchen. Not only will it feel pleasant under bare feet, but it is also an effective way of reducing the risk of damp because of the constant ambient temperature in the room.

KAKO POSTAVITI KAMENE PODNE PLOČICE

It is possible to tile a floor yourself if you're a keen DIYer with the correct tools, time, patience and you don’t mind making one or two mistakes. For the sake of a weekend’s work, you could use the money troškova instalacije negdje drugdje. Ako se ipak odlučite sami postaviti, prvo uradite domaći ili barem neka vam profesionalac procijeni posao.

This said, many suppliers recommend professional fitting for natural stone, so if you're not confident in your abilities it may be worth getting the help of a professional if you want the perfect finish – especially if you've spent a lot of money on your natural stone floor tiles. 

Other considerations include whether your joists will take the weight of large tiles or thick flagstones – timber floors may need strengthening. 

KAKO ODRŽAVATI PODNE PLOČICE OD PRIRODNOG KAMENA

Natural floor tiles will need to be sealed to prevent damage, staining, and to avoid repairing stone floors yourself. Your supplier or installer will be able to recommend the most appropriate products to use and should provide you with advice on looking after your chosen material. Once you have the correct product, cleaning stone floor tiles is a simple job.

Using cleaning products that aren’t recommended can leave behind a film, which can attract dirt and may need chemical removal at a later date. Regular sweeping will keep loose dirt away and, if needed, stone can be professionally cleaned and restored.