Stone for shower: What is the Best Stone for Shower Walls?

What is the Best Stone for Shower Walls?

There’s nothing quite like a warm shower to help you unwind at the end of a stressful day. Adding natural stone elements to your bathroom can elevate this space and help you create a serene sanctuary, but what is the best stone for shower walls?

We invite you along as our experts discuss.

What is the Best Stone for Shower Walls?

Durability, aesthetics and ease of maintenance can all factor into the materials we choose for our homes. When it comes to selecting the best stone for shower walls, homeowners have several gorgeous options to consider. Let’s dive in. 

Marble for Shower Walls 

Marble is synonymous with luxury. This impressive stone has many desirable features for bathroom uses. Known for its soft, light coloring and intriguing veining patterns, marble is a timeless classic that will serve you well in the bathroom for many decades.   

Natural stone marble is porous, and one of the most notable points about selecting it for the shower is the importance of sealing and cleaning it often. Very light variations of marble can stain over time if homeowners neglect the necessary maintenance steps. 

As some marble has a high iron content, frequent exposure to water can cause it to rust and discolor unless it is properly sealed. By using an impregnating (penetrating) sealer, you’ll protect your marble investment from moisture damage, mold and staining or discoloration.

Marble sometimes gets a less favorable reputation as a high-maintenance stone, which might concern some homeowners. It’s wise to remember, however, that any material in the bathroom will require a little extra TLC to keep it from taking on moisture damage, discoloring with use and developing mold/mildew growth. 

Learn all about how to clean a marble shower here. 

Pro Tip: The vein composition in marble can be slightly more vulnerable to moisture damage. To mitigate this, opt for high grade marble with fewer inclusions and minimal veining. 

Granite for Shower Walls 

Granite is a beloved natural stone in the home. Durable, easy to maintain and available in a wide range of dramatic colors and patterns, granite can help you design the bathroom of your dreams. 

Granite is durable with a dense composition. This makes it less prone to absorbing moisture. Just like marble, however, granite will also need to be sealed and resealed often to protect it against moisture damage, staining and mold/mildew growth. 

Homeowners looking to incorporate a darker color scheme in their bathroom design will find plenty of gorgeous options in granite, though a range of lighter shades are available too. 

Pro Tip: Homeowners looking to install natural stone on shower floors will want to go with a slip-resistant natural stone finish, like a flamed or leathered finish.  

Quartzite for Shower Walls 

Quartzite is one of the hardest surfacing materials, which makes it perfect for standing up to daily wear and tear in a busy bathroom or kitchen. Compared to marble, which stands at a 3 on the Mohs hardness scale, quartzite has a Mohs hardness of 7.

Even though quartzite is so hard, it is still porous, which means it needs to be sealed. You can expect to have to seal quartzite about once every 10 years, or when you notice that the surface seems to be absorbing water and turning darker in wet areas. Properly sealed quartzite is easy to clean with mild household cleaners and a soft sponge.

Most quartzites are white or light in color due to their quartz content, but additional minerals in the stone can produce vivid colors. If you’re thinking of a lighter color scheme in your bathroom, quartzite is definitely a natural stone to consider.

Porcelain for Shower Walls

While not a natural stone, large format porcelain slabs should also be considered for shower walls. A porcelain slab shower is a low-maintenance, hardwearing option that is available in a wide range of colors and patterns. It can be cleaned with common household cleaning products and doesn’t need to be sealed. Porcelain is slip-resistant, which makes it a safe option for bathrooms. Some porcelain is even antibacterial and antimicrobial.

If you love the distinguished look of marble but want a lower-maintenance option for your shower, porcelain that looks like marble is a great option. Thanks to an advanced engineering process, porcelain can be made to mimic the characteristic veining and smooth texture of marble. Although porcelain slabs may be more affordable than natural stone, they can come with higher installation costs due to the experience and equipment needed to handle them.

Natural Stone Care for Bathrooms 

Diligent care is always important to help preserve natural stone investments in the home. This fact is even more pronounced in bathroom areas. Neglecting the proper cleaning and maintenance requirements can lead to cracks, mold growth, staining and discoloration. 

To care for natural stone in the shower, consider these cleaning tips:

• Clean Stone Weekly — Opt for non-abrasive, neutral cleaners and clean stone showers weekly to remove dirt, grime, soap scum and mineral deposits. Always check in with a manufacturer to ensure that a cleaner is safe to use on your natural stone of choice. 

• Ventilate the Area —  To prevent mold and mildew growth on stone surfaces and in grout, ensure proper ventilation after using the shower. This includes running the fan and opening doors and windows after each use. 

• Wipe Down Excess Water —  Stones like marble can take on water stains and lose its luster with constant exposure to water. Homeowners can mitigate this by wiping down excess water after each use (a squeegee can also help remove residual water). 

• Clean and Seal Grout — Whether you opt for natural stone or porcelain, the grout between any kind of tiles can become porous and vulnerable to staining and mold growth. It’s important to keep up with cleaning and sealing grout lines. You can find a primer on sealing grout here.  

• Seal Stone Regularly — One of the most important maintenance activities you can perform on natural stone in the bathroom is to seal it regularly (every 1-3 years) with an impregnating sealer. Be sure to check in with a natural stone fabricator on how often to reseal your natural stone.  

Buy Natural Stone for Shower Surfaces 

If you have any questions about selecting the best stone for shower walls or bathroom areas, reach out to Cosmos today! We bring decades of expertise to the table, and our pro team is always happy to help. 

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Using Natural Stone in Showers

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Natural stone in the shower is largely about appearance. It looks great on shower walls, ceilings, and floors, as well as on the floor outside the shower. Where it’s not so great is the areas of performance and maintenance. Stone must be sealed regularly, and it can be difficult to clean if it’s highly textured or has wide grout lines. You can certainly use natural stone in a shower, but stick to stone tile or slabs and small grout joints, and choose a slip-resistant surface for shower floors. Seal the tile on a regular basis, exactly as directed by the tile supplier.  

Types of Stone Used in Showers

Common types of stone used in showers include slate, marble, and granite, but other stone species can be suitable. Slate tile is perhaps the most widely used form of stone in showers. If sealed properly and cleaned regularly, it’s an all-around good performer in this application. Just make sure to use the right type of slate for showers; some types can flake and deteriorate over time.

White marble is a popular choice for showers because of its light coloring; most people like light colors in bathrooms. Choose a high grade of white marble to ensure minimal veining and inclusions, which are vulnerable to damage in the shower environment. Lower grades of marble tend to have more veins and inclusions. Some marble has a relatively high iron content and can literally rust, discoloring the stone, if the stone is not properly sealed.

Granite, particularly in lighter colors, also works well in showers. Many types of granite are not damaged by acid, ammonia, or alcohol, making them seem somewhat lower-risk or lower-maintenance than marble and some other natural stones, but this is a limited benefit since most people don’t clean with alcohol or ammonia. As for acid, all stone should be cleaned with non-acidic or pH-neutral cleaners.

Problems With Texture and Grout

Many natural stone products are smooth, while others are rough or highly textured. You can probably guess which is better for showers. If you’ve ever had a conventional tiled shower and experienced the joys of keeping the little (but numerous) grout lines clean and mildew-free, you can imagine what it would be like cleaning a shower that’s basically all grout or at least textured like grout.

The lesson here is simple: Use smooth—or relatively cleanable—stone, and if you use stone tile, keep the grout joints small. Grout, like textured stone, is gritty and therefore holds onto all the gunk that flies around in the shower.

This lesson rules out two huge mistakes that people have made with stone in showers: pebble floors and stacked-stone walls. Pebble, or river rock, floors use round stones, and that means lots and lots of grout. Stacked-stone walls are not only roughly textured, but they’re also completely riddled with nooks and crannies. No amount of sealer will keep water, soap, shampoo, or hair out of those crevices—even if it technically protects the surfaces of the stone.

Sealing Stone in Showers 

Most types of natural stone need to be sealed once a year. The best type and application of sealer depends on the stone, so this is something to learn from your stone supplier. Typically, a penetrating-type sealer is recommended for stone in showers. Topical sealers and enhancing sealers generally are discouraged because they can flake off over time or discolor the stone or grout in this wet environment. Stone sealed with penetrating sealer resists water to some degree, so the water may bead rather than soak in, but the stone still gets wet and simply has to dry out between showers.

Don’t Slip Up

If you’re putting stone on your shower floor, make sure it won’t be slippery when wet, soapy, or even scummy. Shower accidents are often serious and almost always painful. Don’t let your (or your designer’s) aesthetic vision get in the way of practicality—or your desire to keep your bones intact.

Using Natural Stone in Showers: Everything You Should Know

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Natural stone showers are beautiful and make any bathroom feel more high-end. But is this a good choice for your bathroom? That depends! Natural stone showers require more maintenance than tile, acrylic, or even LuxStone_® shower walls.

Let’s discuss what you need to know before you opt for natural stone in your bathroom.

What Stone is Best For Shower Walls?

If you’re interested in using natural stone in your bathroom, you have quite a few choices. No matter which you go with, there are a few things to keep in mind.

First, use smooth stone. Textured stone is more difficult to clean and tends to hold on to grime, making it difficult to get your shower truly clean.

Similarly, pebble or river rock floors and stacked stone are popular, but that means you’ll have a lot of nooks and crannies to clean. It is very difficult to keep that many grout joints and small stones clean.

Slate

Slate is among the most commonly used stone in showers. It is available in a variety of rich colors, from traditional slate gray to warm terracotta. Just be sure to choose the right kind of slate, as some varieties are more prone to flaking and deterioration. If you keep this in mind and make sure your slate shower is cleaned and sealed regularly, you’ll enjoy it for years to come.

Pros: Slate is widely available and comes in a variety of colors, allowing you to create the natural stone shower of your dreams.

Cons: Some varieties of slate are prone to deterioration or flaking, especially if it is not sealed correctly.

Marble

Marble is a classic option for any bathroom, especially lighter shades of marble. Before choosing this for your bathroom, it’s important to remember that lighter colored stones are more porous, making them more likely to stain. In addition, some varieties of marble have a high iron content, which will rust if it is not properly sealed.

Pros: Marble never goes out of style and always looks high-end.
Cons: Light marble may stain and marble with high iron content will rust if not sealed regularly.

Granite

Granite is another popular choice, particularly lighter shades of granite. If your bathroom vanity or countertops are granite, choosing a granite shower is a great way to instantly create a cohesive look in your bathroom. Granite shower walls are available without grout lines, creating a neater appearance and making cleaning much easier. Like other natural stone options, a granite shower should be sealed at least annually.

Pros: Granite is available without grout lines, making it easier to clean. You’ll also be able to coordinate your shower with granite countertops in your bathroom for a cohesive look.
Cons: Granite is the most expensive natural stone option.

Engineered Stone

Engineered stone is made of crushed stone and other materials for added durability. It’s a great way to get the natural stone look with minimal upkeep. Engineered stone shower walls like KOHLER_® LuxStone are durable, stain-resistant, and grout-free. Available in gorgeous finishes like Calacatta Crema and CrossCut Dune, you’ll get the stone look you want without the need for sealing or other time-consuming maintenance.

Pros: Engineered stone is low-maintenance, allowing you to enjoy your shower without a lot of upkeep.
Cons: If you want a more rustic or textured look, engineered stone may not be right for you.

KOHLER LuxStone Calacatta Crema shower walls

Should You Seal Natural Shower Tiles?

Yes, your natural stone shower should always be sealed! To keep your shower in great shape – and keep mold and mildew at bay – we recommend having your shower sealed at least once a year.

Instead of a topical sealant that may flake off or discolor the stone, choose a penetrating sealant. Penetrating sealants absorb into the stone, allowing it to repel water without the risk of flaking or chipping. Your local stone supplier can make a recommendation about the sealant that is best for your natural stone shower.

How Do You Clean Natural Stone in a Shower?

Cleaning a natural stone shower isn’t as simple as cleaning an acrylic, fiberglass, or tile shower. It’s important not to use harsh or acidic cleaners like white vinegar, bleach, or even traditional bathroom cleaners. You’ll also want to avoid traditional grout cleaners. These, along with abrasive cleaners like powders, will break down the sealant much faster than appropriate cleaners.

Only use cleaners made specifically for the type of stone in your shower. Your local stone supplier or hardware store should have several options and recommendations.

Get the Natural Stone Look Without the Upkeep

With KOHLER LuxStone, you can get the look of natural stone in a low-maintenance package. With our shower walls, you have a variety of options that look as rich and unique as natural stone, without the extra work.

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Can I use natural stone in the shower?

Natural stone is a popular material to use in the bathroom due to its ability to add instant visual impact, transforming what once was a utilitarian space into a thing of beauty. Stone has long been used for countertops, however more are considering the material to finish entire bathrooms including the shower.

Natural stone is a suitable material for the shower if you opt for the right type of stone and it’s installed correctly. Here are the top considerations when using natural stone in the shower.

Types of stone to use in the shower

The most common types of natural stone in showers are marble, slate and granite. However, some limestone and travertine are being used in this application. The type of stone you choose will affect the performance and level of maintenance required.

Marble

Marble is a classic choice due to its light coloring and natural veins adding a subtle level of interest. If you’re choosing marble in your shower, you’ll want to choose the highest grade possible for the minimal inclusions and veining. This is because the vein composition is vulnerable to moisture damage. Lower grades of marble typically feature more veining. Very light, white marble can also be subjected to discoloration over time due to its naturally occurring iron content rusting. To avoid this and to preserve the natural beauty of the marble, you’ll need to ensure it is properly sealed and cleaned.

Granite

Granite is a highly durable and dense material that offers an endless array of custom possibilities making it a popular choice for bathrooms. Granite stone is also easier to maintain than some natural stones as it won’t react to acid, ammonia or alcohol. Even still, it’s important to seal the stone to protect its natural beauty and ensure its performance long-term. It may be appropriate to dip seal all six sides of the granite tile when installing in a wet area. You’ll also need to ensure you choose a slip-resistant finish, particularly if you’re installing the granite on the floor of your shower or bathroom.

Slate

Split-stone and slate are also one of the more common natural stones in the shower as they are available in a range of color tones and sizes, and are considered a cost-effective option. When choosing a type of slate or split-stone, it’s important to consider the quality as some types are known to flake and deteriorate in a wet environment over time. Like granite, you’ll also want to ensure it has a non-slip finish and properly sealed for longevity.

Travertine and Limestone

Bathroom using Dover Antique Limestone on the floor and walls by Michelle Attard Designs

Travertine and Limestone in their earthy tones are being used more and more in bathrooms. Both feature a visually striking patina and can be used to complete a contemporary aesthetic or add age and texture for a classic feel. As with granite and slate, there are some finishes that are more slip resistant than others. Also, some types of travertine and limestone will be more porous than others. In general, you’ll want to choose a stone with the lowest water absorption rate to prevent stains from being absorbed and damage. It’s also recommended you seal the stone for a bathroom application.

Understand the maintenance

Some people shy away from using natural stone in a shower or bathroom due to concerns about its upkeep. Truth be told, all material in a wet environment requires regular maintenance. Avoid caring for your porcelain tiles, for example, and your grout will darken and the tile will discolor. This is particularly noticeable in an all-white bathroom.

Most natural stone will require resealing annually. This will depend on the stone type you opt for and the sealer you use. In a wet area, using high quality penetrating sealer is recommended to help repel water from soaking into the stone. It is, however, important to talk to your supplier and a sealing professional about the type of stone you are considering and the individual application.

Some stone such as marble may also benefit from being re-honed or re-polished every three to five years. Over time, marble may lose its natural luster due to regular water exposure and a build-up of calcium deposits.

Cleaning tips for stone

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Like any material or surface in the bathroom, it’s appearance and performance long-term greatly comes down to how you care for it.

1. Cleaner the stone weekly

As a general rule, keeping things simple is best for natural stone. Harsh cleaners including vinegar can damage the surface of the stone. Overly soapy cleaners may also build up on the surface and attract dirt. Look for a non-acidic, neutral clearer with a pH of around seven. This will help remove water deposits and soap scum as well as prevent grime and mildew building up.

2. Remove excess water

Excess water and mildew can dull the appearance of your stone over time, especially if you’ve neglected to reseal your material. Removing excess water with a squeegee after your shower can help maintain the natural luster of the stone.

3. Ensure proper ventilation

Regardless of what stone you choose, ensuring your bathroom and shower is properly ventilated will help prevent mildew and mold growing on the surface or in the grout. After wiping your shower down to remove excess water, open the shower door or window, or keep your fan on to help the stone dry faster.

4. Clean the grout

Grout whether it’s between natural stone or porcelain tiles is prone to mold and mildew growth if not cared for. Simply use a stone-safe grout cleaner that’s non-abrasive and gently lift the grime with a soft nylon brush or a toothbrush for hard to reach areas.

Best Tile for Showers (Ceramic, Porcelain or Stone?)

In this post I’m going to show you what type of tile (ceramic or porcelain or stone) is the best choice for your shower walls & shower base, and why.

This is Steve from SKG Renovations (Steve’s Bio) with one of three new additions to my Redblock shower remodel series, entirely dedicated to shower tile and shower tile installation.

I have installed a lot of tile over the years and from this experience I have compiled a list of little known facts and advice to help you choose your tile with confidence.

Please keep in mind that this is strictly a “nuts and bolts” guide to choosing the right type of tile for your shower remodel – it is not a design guide. Remember, I’m a contractor, not a designer…….. although I do have a lot of opinions about design.  🙂

So let’s get into it!

Topics Covered:

Ceramic vs Porcelain Tile

The Main Difference

Porcelain and Ceramic Density

Ceramic Tile Permeability Problem

Use a Bonding Agent

Varying Sizes of Ceramic Tile

Advantage of Ceramic Tile

Ceramic Tile – The Bottom Line

Stone Tile

Marble Tiles & Travertine Tiles

Granite Shower Tiles

Pebble Mosaic Tiles

Quartz Tiles

Stone Sealer

Shower Base Tile vs Shower Wall Tile

Mosaics on the Shower Base

Larger Format Tiles for Shower Floor

Ceramic or Porcelain Tile – Which is best for showers?

Porcelain tile is the best tile for showers in my opinion. They can be as attractive as any other type of tile but they have the added advantages of high density and low moisture permeability. These are important factors when shower wall waterproofing is a priority.

In my humble opinion, a porcelain tile shower is generally better than a ceramic tile shower, but there are benefits to using ceramic over porcelain.

Below I will compare these two types of tile, assuming that they are being installed into an area of constant water immersion…….. in other words, a fish pond you plan to build in your backyard (just kidding), or a shower (much more common).

The Main Difference

In a word, the primary difference between porcelain tiles and ceramic tiles is density. The more dense a tile, the less permeable it is to water (more on that later), and the more load stress it can handle.

Porcelain and Ceramic Density

As mentioned above, the decision about ceramic or porcelain tile is all about material density. Although the density of porcelain tiles can vary significantly, porcelain is more like glass in the way it absorbs water.

Think of a porcelain tea cup that you may have in your kitchen cupboard. It is not completely water resistant like glass, but it does repel water similar to glass.

In contrast, ceramic tile absorbs water quite readily.

You can probably look in your kitchen cupboard again for another good example of this. On the unglazed base of any ceramic mug, you can see the tone of the ceramic gets darker when exposed to water. This indicates that it’s absorbing water.

I’m not suggesting that the top face of the ceramic tiles in your shower will be unglazed like the base of your coffee mug, but it’s a good way to see the major difference between the material used to make porcelain vs ceramic tile.

The fact is, the glazing on the top surface of all ceramic products only inhibits moisture from being absorbed. No matter how it is glazed, it will always be far more permeable than porcelain.

And speaking of permeability…..

Ceramic Tile Permeability Problem

If you’re considering ceramic tile in your shower, you should keep in mind that it’s significantly less dense than porcelain, which means that it’s more permeable to moisture. This can be a problem when you’re building a tiled shower.

When you are laying tile, the hydration of the mortar beneath your tile is extremely important for secure bonding to the substrate, and strength after setting.

Because the back side of all ceramic tiles absorb water extremely well (hygroscopic), they tend to remove the water from the mortar reducing its ability to bond and set properly.

As the mortar dries, it stiffens and become brittle as the ceramic draws the moisture out of it.

This also causes a serious and very irritating problem of tile immobility. Nothing is worse than your tiles being stuck in place after being set into the tile mortar…. not being able to adjust them at all because the mortar is too dry and stiff.

A terrible situation all around if you’ve ever experienced it. And because of the poor bonding, your ceramic tiles can eventually delaminate over time.

Use a Bonding Agent

If you plan to install ceramic tile in the shower, a simple solution to the permeability problem is to apply a bonding agent to the unglazed back of the tile.

If you use this strategy, the ceramic will be partially “sealed” allowing the tile to absorb only a small amount of moisture from the mortar.

This allows for perfect tile adhesion, perfect tile mobility, perfect bonding, and perfect mortar setting. A lot of extra work, but definitely worth it.

Wetting Instead of Bonding?

Some contractors prefer to just wet the back of the tile with a sponge and water before setting it into the mortar. I do not recommend this.

One of the problems with tile wetting is that you must do it while you are in the middle of laying your tiles. This adds another time consuming step to an already very hectic tile installation process.

There is also a very real risk of wetting the back of the tile too much using the sponging strategy. If it gets too wet, the mortar will also not bond properly.

If you are using modified mortar, the risk of delamination is a fair bit lower but I would still highly recommend pre bonding.

Varying Sizes of Ceramic Tile

In the debate over ceramic or porcelain tile, varying tile size is another strike against ceramic tile in the shower in my opinion. Ceramic tiles can vary in size significantly, even within the same box.

I have noticed this problem with both ceramic tiles and porcelain tiles, but it seems to be a bigger problem with ceramics. The problem is also more pronounced between different boxes, even if they belong to the same tile lot.

WARNING: In my experience, I have found that the lower the tile cost, the more exaggerated this problem becomes.

I have actually spent many hours measuring and sorting through tiles so that I can alternate rows of smaller and larger tiles on a shower wall. This is often the only way to keep rows of tiles uniform and symmetrical.

If your ceramic tiles vary too much in size, and you’re using a fixed size tile spacer, your grout lines will drift out of level and out of alignment.

I talk more about tile drift in my Tile laying post.

Advantage of Ceramic Tile

It’s time that I balanced the scales a bit on the question of Ceramic or Porcelain Tile.

I’ve made it pretty clear that I have a slight bias against ceramic tile…. 🙂 , but I must admit that ceramic tile is much easier tile to work with, especially if you don’t have access to a tile saw and you’re using a standard scoring type tile cutter.

Because ceramic is so much softer than porcelain (less dense), it can be a breeze to cut with a tile saw or a standard tile cutter. Everything about cutting tile is more difficult with porcelain tile.

And because you can quite easily shape your cuts with tile shaping hand tools, your rounded corners can  be made to look perfect without the need for an electric cutting or grinding tool. My diamond file is my best friend when I’m cutting the valve openings into a ceramic tile shower wall.

Ceramic Tile – The Bottom Line

After all I have said about the deficiencies of ceramic tile, most of these can be managed with the strategies I have mentioned except one, the permeability problem.

The main problem that I have with ceramic tile is that the shower wall is always going to be exposed to vast amounts of moisture, regularly throughout the life of your shower.

The more permeable a tile is, the more work the shower wall waterproofing membrane has to do to keep moisture from getting behind the shower wall.

This is not necessarily a terrible thing if your membrane is great and you live in a relatively mild climate.

But if you have a shower wall waterproofing membrane with a poor perm rating, and you live in an area with more extreme temperature variations throughout the year, the permeability of your ceramic tile may become a problem.

Of course there are other measures like increasing your outside wall insulation that can lessen this risk, but the risk is simply higher with ceramic tile vs porcelain tile.

So the bottom line is….

Because moisture can permeate a ceramic tile, there is a risk of condensation and mold growth behind the tile and eventual tile delamination if mounted on an outside wall.

And if there is no shower wall waterproofing membrane present this scenario only gets worse, as moisture condenses within the tile backer board or within the stud wall cavity.

Porcelain tile has a clear advantage over ceramic tile in the shower but you must weigh the risks and decide for yourself.

Stone Tile

One way to eliminate the ceramic or porcelain tile question is to skip both these options and go with natural stone or quartz stone tiles instead.

Natural stone tiles are quite popular in the bathroom and in the shower, but they can be tricky to handle, install, and maintain. So if you want these tiles in your shower, there are a few things you should know.

Stone tiles can include marble tiles, slate tiles, travertine tiles, granite tiles, pebble stone tiles, engineered quartz tiles and a few other less common stones.

A huge benefit of these tiles over ceramic or porcelain tiles is simply that their color is the same throughout the tile. That means that there may be no need to install tile edging, as long as your cuts are clean and you are willing to do a little hand finishing.

Any of these tiles are dense enough to be used on the shower walls or shower base…… with conditions.

Marble Tiles & Travertine Tiles

Marble tiles are by far the most popular natural stone tiles chosen for the bathroom and shower. I’m guessing that because of it’s extensive use throughout history, it’s become an important part of classic bathroom styling (so I’ve heard… 🙂 .

Anyways….. both marble and travertine tiles are sedimentary rock, which means they are quite soft and porous, travertine being the softer and more porous of the two.

They are also both made from carbonate rock so they are very sensitive to acids of all kinds.

So what does this mean to you, you’re wondering? It means that they must be sealed with a good stone sealer!

I routinely use Aqua Mix Sealers Choice Gold,

Because these stones are relatively soft, it also means that they can wear unpredictably over time.

It can also mean that the color and finish of marble tiles and travertine tiles can be altered or damaged with exposure to acids or organic stains. This damage can be mitigated but not eliminated by regular maintenance.

Is it worth it?

If you install either marble tiles or travertine tiles in your shower, you should thoroughly clean and dry out your shower a couple of times a year to apply a new coat of stone sealer.

Even if you do seal these tiles regularly, you must be ok with the possibility of damage from soaps and other personal care liquids that may pool on the stone surface. Many of these liquids are acidic enough to damage the finish, or cause staining on marble or travertine tile.

And if you are unlucky enough to use a some of the many household cleaners that are not suitable for travertine and marble, you may end up damaging the surface instead of cleaning it.

It is also fairly easy to chip, scratch or mark their surface permanently. All it takes is to drop something solid, sharp or heavy near the edge of one of these tiles to cause a chip or compression mark.

After all that, I still love the look of a marble tile shower…… just not quite enough to install it in my own shower. A bit too much work for me. 🙂

All of a sudden ceramic or porcelain tile doesn’t sound so bad does it?  I’ll leave it up to you to decide if it’s worth it.

Granite Shower Tiles

Granite tiles are extremely dense so they can be used anywhere in your shower. They are also pretty much worry free when it comes to cleaning and maintenance.

I regularly see the advice that granite needs to be sealed regularly, much like marble. Like I’ve said before, I’m not a scientist, but I can tell you that granite is not porous and does not require sealing …. Period.

Granite has fissures and pits in it’s surface that can accumulate material so it may look like it’s staining but it will not absorb liquids, so it cannot stain.

To clean granite, you simply have to remove or bleach out the material in the fissures.

Oxi-Clean powder dissolved in water and sprayed on the surface, works great for this purpose. Let it rest for about 10 minutes and then wipe clean with a good microfiber rag (also works great for grout lines).

Pebble Mosaic Tiles

Pebble stone tile shower floors are very unique and compelling but there are some risks associated with them.

This type of mosaic tile is most often made out of granite pebbles glued to a mesh sheet or matt, but they can also be made out of small marble, travertine or sandstone pebbles.

If the pebbles in the mosaic matt are granite then these tiles do not need to be sealed, unless you are using a unsealed cementitious grout. In this case the grout would obviously need to be sealed.

If the pebble mosaic tiles are made of sedimentary rock, then they would definitely need to be sealed the same as you would for marble tiles and travertine tiles.

Installing these pebble mosaic tile sheets in the shower can also be a problem if the mesh sheet that the pebbles are mounted on is not rated for use in the shower.

Most of these mosaic pebble tile matts are specifically made for installation on the base of the shower however, I am aware of some cheaper products out there using paper based matts and inferior glues.

Because this is a risk you cannot afford, you should be sure to ask for the specs on any mosaic tile sheet product you intend to buy and install in your shower.

Foam Shower Base Problem

Because these tiles are composed of small pebbles, they share the same disadvantage of all small mosaic tiles when it comes to installing them on a foam shower base.

As I talked about in my shower tiling post, the downward pressure applied from someone walking on larger format tiles is distributed across the entire tile.

On a mosaic tile, this same downward force is focussed on an individual tile or a small group of tiles making the point source pressure extremely high.

This can be a problem with foam shower bases because they can be damaged by point source compression. The cement coated foam shower bases being a possible exception to this rule.

See my Shower Tile Installation post for more info about mosaic tile installation.

Quartz Tiles

Since quartz or “engineered stone” became so popular for kitchen counter tops, there has been an increase in the production of tiles made out of this material for use in the bathroom and shower.

If you have thought about using these quartz tiles in your shower remodel, here are a few things to keep in mind.

Installation of these tiles is very similar to any other natural stone tile and their maintenance is quite similar to that of granite tiles.

Quartz tiles are not quite as hard as natural granite but this difference is not really important when it comes to installing them in the shower. Both quartz and granite are very hard and essentially non porous.

The benefit that quartz tile has over granite is that it’s manufactured under controlled conditions so it’s quartz surface is smooth and uniform. This makes it super easy to clean.

Granite is made from naturally forming quartz crystals, so it has dents and fissures in its surface which can trap dirt and bacteria.

Stone Sealer

If you decide that you’d like to install any of the porous natural stone tiles that I mentioned earlier, you need to be prepared to seal these tiles regularly if you want them to last long and look beautiful.

That means using a good tile and stone sealer.

There are a lot of them around and I have used about a dozen different brands to seal stone tiles and regular cementitious grout.

The one I have had the best results with is Aqua Mix Sealers Choice Gold. I left a link to buy this product in the Marble and Travertine section above, but it’s also quite easy to find at most home improvement stores.

Shower Base Tile vs Shower Wall Tile

As I said earlier, porcelain tiles are significantly more dense than ceramic tiles. It is for this reason that I believe that porcelain tiles are the best choice for your shower base.

But there are also a few other things you should consider before choosing your shower base tile.

One such consideration is tile size. Depending on your choice of shower bases this could be an important restriction.

Mosaics on the Shower Base

The size of the tile you choose depends on the shower base you installed in your shower remodel.

Schluter and most other foam shower base manufacturers indicate in their instructions that “mosaic tile” installation is not recommended on their shower bases.

They recommend instead that a mortar base shower pan should be installed if you plan to use mosaics for your shower floor tile.

Unfortunately, this is not too helpful to the novice installer because mosaic tile can vary so much in size, but I can tell you that this warning is intended mainly for those planning to install mosaic tile sheets with the small 1″ square tiles attached.

Although they make no attempt to explain themselves, they are recommending this because of the risk of “point source compression”.

This means that the foam base might compress slightly when someone is standing on these tiles because they are too small to adequately distribute the weight. After all, these bases are made out of foam so they are quite easy to damage.

So, if you want to install a tile ready foam shower pan like the Schluter shower tray, I would recommend that you not choose any tile smaller than 4″ square for your shower floor tile.

See my shower waterproofing membrane post for more information about compression risk and other important considerations if you plan to install a mosaic tile shower floor on a tile ready foam shower base.

No Paper Matt Mosaics!

The small mosaic tiles are pretty much always mounted on a matt (or sheet) (usually 1′ x 1′) to allow you to more easily install them and to keep them relatively evenly spaced.

The problem with these mosaic tiles is that the matte is sometimes made of paper and a light duty glue, which basically dissolves when exposed to water. This type of mosaic tile sheet is designed for decorative tiling applications like kitchen backsplash tile.

That means that you should absolutely NEVER install these particular mosaic tile matts in any shower or tub surround.

If you decide to take a chance and install these in your shower, you will inevitably experience tile delaminations as the tiles disconnects from the paper matte and pop off your shower wall or shower base.

You do not need to take this kind of risk because there are plenty of mosaic tile sheets that are designed for showers. These are manufactured with fiber matts and waterproof glue.

Just make sure that you verify the specs with documentation from the manufacturer because tile distributors and retailers often don’t have the knowledge required.

Even the mosaic tiles with fiber matts may not be rated for showers, so it’s always best to make certain of this before you buy. 

Large Format Shower Floor Tiles

Tiles larger than 4″ always pose a challenge if you want to install them on any shower pan / base with a standard round drain.

The problem is that the slope is not linear towards the drain….. instead it constantly changes as a tile position changes on the base. This can cause big tile lippage problems with larger tiles.

The 12 x 24 tiles (large format) are a popular choice because they are often used for the main bathroom floor area and many people are intent on maintaining the continuity between the bathroom floor tile and the shower floor tile.

The only way to solve the tile lippage problem in the shower with these large format tiles is to lay them adjacent to each other from the wall towards the drain, tapering the cuts diagonally and smaller as you approach the drain.

This results in eight intersecting flat planes leading to a square drain (see image below). This is the only solution if you insist on a standard left hand drain (LH), right hand (RH), or center drain(CD).

Linear Drain?

Another solution to the large tile problem is a single slope shower base with a linear drain on one end. This arrangement poses no problems at all to installing larger tiles in your shower.

However, it can cause some issues if you’re planning to install a curbless or barrier free shower due to the large drop in elevation required from the high end of the shower pan, to the drain.

A 5′ long shower will drop in elevation 1-1/4″ from one end to the other, which cannot be accommodated with a standard 5/8″ – 3/4″ subfloor. Custom structure would be required in the floor in order to drop the pan below the top of your floor joists, or you’ll have to jackhammer the slab if it’s a concrete subfloor. Or… you can simply raise the shower pan and create a standard shower with curb.

This is also a more expensive option because linear drains are quite pricy, and you’ll likely have to relocate the shower drain, and possibly restructure your subfloor.

Wrap Up

Ceramic or porcelain or stone tiles in your shower? Its not an easy choice because they are all very different products, and there’s a lot of confusion about each of them.

Hopefully I was able to open your eyes to a few new things about these tiles, and give you the knowledge and confidence to choose the best tile for your shower remodel project.

Please let me know what you think of the post in the comments below, and please ask me any question you like about choosing the best shower tile.

Good Luck with your project!

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A shower tray in natural stone is designed to last for decades. Here are the key tips to looking after it so it never loses its original beauty

A natural stone shower tray is a stylish choice that brings another dimension to the entire bathroom and elevates its aesthetic, particularly when its hardwearing properties are combined with modern, elegant design.

To ensure it remains as beautiful through the years as the day it is installed, there are a handful of simple guidelines to follow. In this article we share valuable tips on how to clean and look after your gorgeous natural stone shower tray, with a particular focus on the following:

• maintaining and protecting natural stone;
• how to avoid limescale build-up;
• cleaning products;
• how to remove stubborn dirt.

After all, a shower with a base in natural stone not only adds elegance to a bathroom, but is also surprisingly easy to look after as long as you clean regularly so that dirt and limescale don’t become engrained or form crusts, as that is when they become difficult to remove.

• Everyday maintenance and protection
• How to avoid limescale build-up
• Cleaning products for a stone shower tray
• How to remove stains from a stone shower tray

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The advantages of a natural stone shower tray

Warming us up in winter, keeping us cool in summer, taking a shower is a ritual that delivers unique sensations in every season, and when your feet find stone beneath them, that special link with nature brings an added element of magic to the experience.

That sensorial aspect is just one of the many advantages of a natural stone shower tray, a solution that seamlessly combines aesthetics and quality. The undeniable beauty of this material represents a long tradition of workmanship and fine-tuning and it contains the key characteristics required for modern comfort levels.

Its hardwearing properties and durability mean it scarcely changes its appearance over the years, but here there is a proviso: it does require a minimum of intervention to ensure it doesn’t deteriorate and that you can enjoy its undimmed beauty decade after decade.

Another aspect of natural stone that is often overlooked is its eco-compatibility, because it represents the very opposite of today’s “use and discard” approach. Our philosophy is based on reducing waste and championing sustainability and as such, we adopt working processes that impact the environment as little as possible.

In short, when you choose a natural stone shower tray, you are not only choosing a unique décor element that makes the bathroom a safe, elegant space, but you are also making a contribution to a more sustainable use of resources.

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Everyday maintenance and protection

Protecting and looking after your shower tray is as fundamental as cleaning your shower if you want to maintain the wonderful natural characteristics of stone.

There are three key points to focus on: regular cleaning, rinsing abundantly and applying a suitable protective treatment.

The good news is that it doesn’t need to be complicated. All you need is a quick daily clean to eliminate the impurities that taking a shower inevitably creates, whether that is dirt, soap scum or the residue of hard water. Ideally you should use specific detergents and make sure you rinse them off thoroughly so that no trace of your cleaning product remains as this could build up over time and dull the surface of your lovely stone.

Given that stone is, by nature, hardwearing and extremely resistant to wear and tear and scratches, it makes sense to look after your shower tray by making it impermeable so that you avoid the creation of unsightly blemishes and ensure it remains in perfect condition throughout the years.

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How to avoid limescale build-up

One of the worst enemies of bathroom beauty has to be limescale and rule number one in combatting it is to dry your shower, including the tray, after use. By doing this, drops of water cannot form little pools on the stone and stagnate, which can lead to tiny dull-looking stains.

An important thing to keep in mind is that stone tends to be porous and while on one hand this is part of its innate charm, it also makes it slightly vulnerable as it absorbs dirt and limescale. All our bathroom products are treated with a sealant that creates a barrier, but there is no viable product on the market that completely prevents absorption. That’s why you need to rinse off any traces of substances that could potentially cause damage, including shampoo and shower gel, after every shower, and ideally also dry off your shower tray.

It can sometimes happen that we are in a rush and neglect this cleaning ritual, and skipping it occasionally is not the end of the world, however if it becomes the norm and you notice a build-up, there are products available that can remove limescale stains without damaging the stone.

These products do NOT include anti-limescale cleaners, so please stay away from them as they are aggressive and can actually end up doing more harm than good. There are professional products available that are specifically designed to remove limescale stains and prolong the beauty of your stone.

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Cleaning products for a stone shower tray

There is nothing particularly complicated or onerous about cleaning a stone shower, as long as you remember that stone does have some particular characteristics, but in reality, it is actually extremely tough and able to withstand wear and tear. However, it does have a few enemies such as aggressive cleaning agents, ammonia, bleach, limescale remover and even those classic homemade remedies such as vinegar and baking soda. All of these do have the potentially to irretrievably damage limestone or marble, so our strong advice is to avoid them at all costs.

Instead, look for pH-neutral cleaning products for removing dirt and always follow the instructions provided. One such product is Fila Clean&Shine spray, which is widely available and has been expressly developed for looking after natural stone, protecting and enhancing its unique characteristics. The key thing is to look for a product that will remove limescale or encrusted dirt without attacking the surface of the stone or altering its colour and lustre.

At the risk of repeating ourselves, however, the golden rule is to dry off your shower tray so that water doesn’t accumulate and stagnate, as prevention is, as always, the best form of cure.

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How to remove stains from a stone shower tray

Despite our best intentions, as we said above, it can happen that we don’t clean as regularly as perhaps we should, and residues of shampoo or soap remain. If they build up over time and become stubborn stains that are difficult to remove, you may need to turn to a specific product.

Once again, Fila Clean&Shine is your friend. Simply spray it over the tray, or even the shower walls if they are also affected, and use a clean dry cloth to spread it. This will remove the dirt without damaging the stone. A microfibre cloth or soft sponge is all you need, while scourers or abrasive pads should be avoided as they could scratch the surface.

This handful of simple cleaning and maintenance rules is all you need to follow to look after the natural stone of your gorgeous shower tray.

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Manufacture of shower cubicles with stone tray. Shower cabins and trays made of natural marble or quartz agglomerate can be standard, or they can be created according to an individual project. Having our own, certified production using the latest technologies, equipment and components from leading European companies, as well as vast experience and highly qualified personnel, allow us to ensure the release of unique products in a short time with the highest quality.

Environmentally friendly stone shower enclosure

Environmentally friendly material Natural granite and marble trays have antibacterial properties and do not absorb moisture, which prevents the formation of fungus. Quartz agglomerate is resistant to household chemicals containing alkali and acids, does not absorb dirt.

Easy to clean stone shower enclosure

Easy to clean. The stone is easy to use due to its non-porous surface. All dirt can be easily washed off the surface of the artificial stone tray with plain water.

You may get the impression that the price of a shower tray made of marble or granite is very high, but thanks to the availability of CNC equipment, we have reduced the cost of such a product to 15-20 thousand rubles from inexpensive marble or agglomerate, and 20-30 thousand rub from agloquartzite and granite, depending on the size.

Shower cabin with stone tray absorbs noise

Quiet. Products made of natural stone, unlike other materials, completely absorb the noise generated by the water jet.

Shower cabin and stone tray keep heat for a long time

Keep heat for a long time. During shower procedures, the stone from which the shower tray is made heats up and maintains a comfortable temperature all the time until they are finished.

Stone shower enclosures and trays are durable

Durable in use. Stone is a durable and practical material. A high-quality stone pallet will last for decades, retain its original noble appearance for a long time. Or you change a plastic bathtub every five years, or put one made of natural stone or quartz agglomerate – and for the next 15-20 years you forget about all the inconveniences.

Wear resistance of stone trays and shower enclosures

Wear resistance. The stone is very difficult to scratch. Shower trays made of stone do not break, cracking is also impossible, since the stone is very durable; they will not lose their shape and color from constant contact with water.

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Shower tray available in any shape

Any shape. The ability to make the most of your bathroom space, the shower tray will be custom-made, taken from your bathroom. This solves the problem of “fitting” the purchased bath to the room with the help of additional materials and fixtures.

Anti-slip stone tray

Safety. Stone shower trays have a non-slip surface and the risk of falling off while showering is minimized. The surface of the tray when taking a shower does not rattle and does not deform under the weight of a person, which minimizes household injuries during shower procedures. It is recommended to purchase a product with a special corrugated or rough bottom that prevents slipping.

The beauty of a natural stone tray

Beauty. The stone is unique, since it is impossible to repeat the pattern and color scheme of natural stone created by nature. Products made of natural stone for bathrooms have always been a luxury, because they are carved according to a personal project from a single block and are truly exclusive products.

Guarantee. Our company provides warranty and post-warranty service for its products.

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Designation	art.	qty	Unit rev.
1. Pedestal 1000x1000x120mm		1	pcs.
2. Stone shower tray		1	pcs.
2.1. Water drain siphon	364755	1	pcs.
3. Aluminum glass groove 2000x10x8	TA-159	2	pcs.
4. Tempered glass 8mm 2000x300mm	Bq	1	pcs.
5. Glass-to-glass hinge with chamfer	T-302	2	pcs.
6. PVC corner profile 8 mm 2.2 m	T-203	1	pcs.
7. Tempered glass 8mm 2000x700mm	Bq	1	pcs.
8. Tempered glass 8mm 2000x1000mm	Bq	1	pcs.
9. Magnetic PVC profile 8 mm 2.2 m	T-209A	1	pcs.
10. Knob	T-698	1	pcs.
11. PVC profile door bottom 8 mm 2.2 m	T-206	1	pcs.
12. Top mount bar	T-900	2	pcs.

1.Pedestal. Installed on a flat surface.
Mounting method: to the base using 2-component epoxy adhesive.
2. Shower tray. It is installed either on a flat surface, in a niche or on a pedestal.
Mounting method: to the pedestal with 2-component epoxy glue.
2.1 Siphon for draining water. Installed in the shower tray drain hole.
Mounting method: threaded connection.
3. Groove for aluminum glass. Installed vertically against the wall.
Mounting method: dowel-nails to the wall.
4.Side wall panel. It is installed in the groove of the shower tray and in the aluminum groove for the glass.
Mounting method: sealant, silicone.
5. Glass-to-glass hinge. It is installed in the grooves previously made in the glass panels.
6.PVC seal. Installed on the door glass panel.
7. Door glass panel: Installed to the side glass panel.
Way of fastening: Loop glass-glass.
8.Side glass panel.
9. PVC seal with magnetic latch. It is installed at the junction of the door and side glass panels.
Mounting method: sealant, silicone.
10. Handle-knob. Mounting method: threaded connection.
11. PVC seal. Mounted on the edge of glass panels. Mounting method: sealant, silicone.
12. Upper corner fixing rod: Installed to the wall and to the side glass panels.
Mounting method: dowel-nails to the wall and end fasteners to the panel.

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• The essence and purpose of soul stones
• Using soul stones and enchanting
• Where to get soul stones
• Charging Soul Gems
• Types of soul gems
• Secrets

The essence and purpose of soul stones

In the world of Skyrim, there are enchantments that are applied to armor or weapons, but such enchantments are not durable and cease to give their effect over time. When the magical effect dries up, then you need to replenish the level of magic in the ammunition, using a special item, and soul stones will serve as this recharge tool. The soul that rests in the stone will replenish the level of the spell partially or completely, it all depends on the stone, what size soul it holds inside. If the armor is not enchanted, but you want to add enchantment to it, then soul stones are one of the main ingredients that are needed for this. Soul stones will play a significant role if your character wears heavily enchanted armor and weapons, because without them you can forget about powerful features, so you should constantly monitor the presence of charged soul stones and constantly replenish their supply.

Using soul gems and enchanting

To charge an item, just select it in the inventory and press the T key, the item will be filled based on the capacity of the soul gem. To enchant an item, you need to find the “Pentagram of Souls”, a special enchanting table, it is in every city, then select an enchantment, an enchantment item and a fully filled soul stone. Initially, only one type of enchantment is available, others can be studied by disassembling enchanted items on the Pentagram of Souls.

Soul stones are not uncommon in the game world and getting them is not difficult. The main source for their extraction will be the killed enemies, you just should not be lazy to drip in their inventory. Among other things, soul stones are found in abundance at merchants, however their assortment is rather limited, but the supply is replenished every game week.

The Dwemer were skilled magicians and engineers, so they used soul stones as fuel for their animatrons. Once in the Dwemer ruins, they can be found almost everywhere, all Dwemer mechanisms have one of the types of soul stones. In this case, everything depends on the size, the larger the security system, the larger the stone is inside, it is not difficult to guess that the largest stones feed the Dwemer Centurions, by the way, it is in Dwemer ruins that you can get more soul stones in one go than all merchants in Skyrim.

Deep underground in the “Black Limit” you can get a huge amount of soul stones. All you need for this is to have a pickaxe with you and find where the minerals come to the surface, spending a little time, you can get a good handful of soul stones. But the surface can also be obtained in the same way soul stones, however, the probability of obtaining the “Black Soul Stone” is much less here. On average, you can mine from two to three stones of different types at a time.

Charging Soul Gems

Loading a soul stone is a simple task, for this you need to cast a spell from the Witchcraft school “Soul Trap” on the intended victim, and then end it before the effect of the spell wears off. The duration of the spell’s life is determined by the level of development of the spell skill, but it will still count by seconds. It is much easier to grab with a weapon that has an enchantment that is associated with the theft of souls. After death, the soul will automatically fill the corresponding soul stone, and the procedure on enemies can be done until all the soul stones in the inventory are filled.

But not everything is so simple, souls, like stones of different sizes, and therefore not every stone will be suitable for a particular soul, and the souls of intelligent races can only be placed in a special type of soul stones. What stones are intended and for what souls, consider further.

Types of Soul Gems

All living creatures in the game have a soul, the smallest among wild animals, and the largest among sentient races of Tamriel. Each soul has a volume, like the stone in which it is placed. The smallest stone has a volume of 250, and the largest 3000.

Type of stone	Capacity	Suitable showers
Tiny Soul Gem	250	All small animals: hare, chicken, goat, fox, skeever, mudcrab, as well as all creatures whose level does not exceed the fourth.
Small Soul Stone	500	Medium animals: wolf, horker, corus, cow, elk, frost spider, as well as all creatures whose level is not higher than the sixteenth.
Common Soul Gem	1000	All large animals: bear, sabertooth, troll. Falmer, atronachs and witches, as well as all creatures whose level does not exceed the twenty-eighth.
Large Soul Stone	2000	Draugr warlord, giant, spriggan, as well as all creatures whose level does not exceed thirty-eight.
Great Soul Stone	3000	Mammon, Dragon Priest. Can capture souls regardless of the level, however, a small soul may not completely fill the stone.
Black Soul Gem	3000	This stone can capture any souls and even the souls of intelligent races, but as in the previous case, a small soul will not completely fill the stone, however, the souls of representatives of intelligent races have the maximum available volume.

The main disadvantage of soul stones is their one-time use, when the soul stone loses its supply, it simply collapses. Thanks to the Daedric artifact Azura’s Star, this can be avoided, because the artifact has an unlimited number of uses and a volume for storing souls. Depending on the choice made, when completing the quest of the same name, you can get two different artifacts, one can contain the souls of intelligent races (“Black Star”), the other cannot.

Secrets

Game merchants buy empty and charged soul stones at the same price, but charged ones sell back for three times as much, which makes such a trade extremely unprofitable, but this applies only to great and black soul stones.

If you throw out an incompletely filled soul gem from your inventory, then placing it back in your inventory you will find that it is empty. This feature will allow you to clean the stones of souls and refill them, avoiding the destruction of the stone, by complete devastation.

In Cairn, it is possible to fill completely empty soul gems using cracks in the surface. There are also special devices that allow you to transform large and great soul stones into black ones.

In the location “Witch’s Nest” you can find the dagger “Bloody spike”, which will be an excellent weapon for filling soul stones, it does not absorb only the souls of dragons.

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19 examples of bathrooms with artificial stone finishes

Stone in the bathroom is one of the most fashionable interior trends. You can sheathe the walls with onyx, marble or granite, or you can choose a seamless cladding made of artificial stone. We look at options for interiors from designers.

Author of the project: Architectural workshop of the Titov brothers.

Stone cladding for bathroom walls and ceilings is a fresher and more original alternative to ceramic tiles. Surfaces finished with stone look status, noble, perfectly protected from dampness and rapid wear. Unlike the same tiles, they are not threatened with chips and cracks. Manufacturers offer a wide range of stone facings: onyx, marble, granite, sandstone. But a truly rich palette of shades surprises an artificial stone. Today, quartz agglomerate panels can imitate the texture of any natural stone in a wide variety of shades. Another important advantage of artificial stone is the ability to create entire surfaces without a single seam of any shape and size. Thus, the artificial stone in the bathroom easily embodies even the most extraordinary design ideas. A photo selection of nineteen bathroom interiors demonstrates the wide decorative possibilities of artificial stone.

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See also:

• Bathroom without tiles: designer Ekaterina Demidova
• 20 interior stone projects
• Sergey Ozhogin about the possibilities of decorative stone in the interior

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Author of the project: Dina Mezhevova.

1. The bathroom is decorated in a brutal “cement” scale, conveying the purely masculine character of the interior. The correct geometry of structures, architectural bath, mirror wall. There is nothing here that would distract from the original charisma that the “concrete” texture has. On the contrary, it is this stone finish that performs solo in the interior.

Project author: Mill-Studio design bureau.

2. The artificial stone in this interior imitates marble in a rich range of gray shades. Furniture and sanitary ware are chosen to harmonize with the aristocratic atmosphere of the room. And black and white colors, served in verified proportions, favorably set off the beauty of marble.

Author of the project: Dominanta Design Bureau.

3. The designers of this bathroom combined stone and wood in the decoration. The duet sounded emotional, and the room itself acquired a non-trivial architectural embodiment. The furniture and plumbing of characteristic forms that fill it organically fit into the interior ensemble.

Author of the project: design bureau A-Design.

4. Stone is a cold material, but it can look very warm and cozy, just like in this bathroom. The main thing is to choose the right shade. Here, the soft beige walls and bathtub work wonderfully with the wooden furniture and the somewhat cooler flooring. Glass shower structures, a large mirror and a window make the interior light and airy.

Project author: NG-Studio design studio.

5. This bathroom looks solid, because the decorators chose stone of the same shade and texture for the walls and floor. Again, the dark wood perfectly complemented the picture. Pebble decor on the walls and an orchid on the top of the washbasin gave the interior a subtle hint of Japanese style.

Author of the project: design studio SL project. Photographer: Ilya Ivanov.

6. Stone in the interior is not necessarily polished, smooth surfaces. The designers of the SL project studio chose pebbles for their project in a country house. It covers the floor, matching the wooden platform at the center of the tub. Panoramic window, bamboo walls. And the bathroom no longer looks like a bathroom, but like a real Japanese garden.

Project author: Alla Shumeiko. Photographer: Sergey Ananiev.

7. The modern bathroom often goes beyond the utilitarian into something more. For example, in the exposition of art objects, as in the design project from Alla Shumeiko. The dark gray embossed stone of the walls has become an excellent backdrop for bright avant-garde paintings, unusual plumbing and accessories.

Project author: VECOR design studio.

8. The theme of river pebbles in the interior of the bathroom is quite relevant. Someone uses it to decorate the floors, and someone chooses plumbing stylized as river pebbles. The result cannot but be liked by its natural aesthetics, environmental friendliness. The gray stone of the walls in this case acts as a natural, the only true background for such filling.

Project author: Katerina Kolegova.

9. Stone on the walls is a good reason to afford stone sanitary ware. Marble sinks look like real works of art, complemented by beautiful faucets and a mirror in a decorative frame.

Project author: Stanislav Orekhov.

10. Stone floor and wooden ceiling – one of the most successful combinations in the decoration of the bathroom. The main thing is that the shade of wood is in harmony with the color of the stone. The author of the interior managed to perfectly match the combination of these two natural materials. The picture was complemented by popular plumbing in the form of river pebbles, which fits especially well into such interiors.

Author of the project: design studio IQ Design.

11. Bathroom walls can be a place to combine several types of stone. The resulting stone mosaic in this case turns into the main interior decoration. Therefore, plumbing and accessories should be selected according to the principle – the simpler the better, do not “slide”, however, into primitiveness.

Author of the project: Alexandra Kazakovtseva, MK-interio, Maria Makhonina.

12. Stone is a very characteristic material. It can be used partially as an unusual decoration. In this case, a stone with a particularly beautiful texture, such as onyx, is suitable.

Author of the project: design studio Odnushechka. Photographer: Kulibaba Evgeny.

13. Fashion trend – a stone with history, aging, covered with patina spots. It will look great in any ensemble, as an addition or as the brightest accent, combined with any plumbing, materials and accessories. But it’s important not to overdo it. It is enough to decorate them with only one wall.

Project author: Alexey Katyushin.

14. Brick is also a stone, no less charismatic than the most noble rocks. In addition, it is magnificent in combination with aged wood, tiles. It is he who will become the “highlight” of the interior, giving him a somewhat eclectic incarnation.

Project author: Yulia Oskolkova.

15. Stone also loves classic interiors. The bathroom has fine wood furniture, hanging curtains, chandeliers with lampshades, a richly framed mirror. The stone must match the situation. For example, onyx with a richness of color transitions will fit perfectly. But the surplus is useless – an onyx shower panel will be enough. And it is better to refuse continuous wall cladding.

Author of the project: DIA Architectural Bureau (MAO).

16. Onyx is an exceptionally beautiful stone. The interior with it takes on a resemblance to a palace. And if the onyx is still illuminated, as the decorators of the DIA architectural bureau did, a truly magical impression arises.

Project author: Art Spice design studio.

17. Decorate the bathroom wall with a stone panel whose lines and veins look like a real abstract decor. Such a panel will successfully replace a picture or a panel, moreover, it will look much more original.

Project author: Varvara Zelenetskaya.

18. Stone in the interior of the bathroom by designer Varvara Zelenetskaya became a source of warm, amber light flooding the room. And again, the effect turned out to be simply magical thanks to the backlight. All other filling of the room became only a background for the onyx panel, but at the same time, it acquired a more sophisticated look thanks to it.

Author of the project: Architectural workshop of the Titov brothers.

19. Dark and light marble, patterns and sharp edges – all this fills the interior with a special, solemn splendor. To enhance this effect and turn the bathroom into a real hall, the authors of this design project added crystal chandeliers and gilded faucets to the interior. The result is impressive.

How to Capture Soul Gems in Skyrim

As you explore the dungeons, hideouts, and towns in The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim , you may stumble upon soul gems. These small minerals contain the souls of the dead and can be used for enchantment. Often you can find these stones lying around to loot them; but you can also fill them out yourself.

In this guide, we’ll look at how to capture soul gems, as well as the different types of gems that are available, and how to use them. Using soul stones in Skyrim is completely optional, but they will greatly improve your abilities when used for enchanting.

Types of Soul Stones

There are several types of Soul Stones you can find. Empty stones can be looted and can also be bought from regular merchants and members of the College of Winterhold. In addition, you can mine Soul Stones in Blackreach. By mining stones, you can find basic stones and have a chance to get a black soul stone.

Below you will find all the base and special variants of this item.

Base Soul Gems

These gems are most commonly found during exploration. All of these stones break when used.

Soul Stone	Tank	What type of souls can be captured?
Fine Soul Stone	250	Chicken Cow Deer Dog draugr moose fox frost spider goat horker Mud crab Rabbit Skiver Skeleton Killer fish Light Wolf
Lesser Soul Stone	500	Alpha wolf Ash Jumper Bear Korus Draugr Master Dead Draug Falmer Falmer Skulker Flame Atronach Giant Ice Spider Horse Ice Wolf Ice Ghost Restless Draugr Saber-toothed cat Ghost Warhound Snow Saber Spriggan Troll Venomfang Skiver Werewolf Wounded frostbitten spider
Common Soul Gem	1,000	Ash Spawn Cave Bear Corus Reaper Kuralmil Draugr Scourge Draugr Scourgelord Falmer Grim Lurker Falmer Nightwalker Falmer Shadowlord Frost Atronach Ice Troll Vorozheya Hulking Draug Lurker Rickling Snow Bear Seeker Matron Spriggan Udefrikte
Large Soul Stone	2,000	Corus hunter Draugr Lord of Death Draugr Lord of Death Giant Lightning Atronach Spirit Mother Spriggan Mother Earth Burnt Spriggan
Great Soul Stone	3,000	Ash Spawn Corrupted Shadow Daedra Dragon Priest Draugr Lord of Death Draugr Lord of Death Fulmer Warmonger Guard Saerek Guard Torsten Mammoth Rickling

Special Soul Gems

These gems are rarer and can be more difficult to acquire. Unless otherwise noted, these gems break upon use.

Soul Stone	Tank	What souls can be captured?
Azura’s Star	3000	This will capture the same creatures as Greater Soul Gem, but will not break when used.
Black Soul Stone	3000	Black Soul Gem will capture every creature as a base soul stone, as well as human souls.
Varla Crack Stone	1000	It captures the same creatures as a normal soul gem, but does not break when used.
Soul Tomato	3000	The Soul Tomato captures the same creatures as the Large Soul Stone.
Black star	6200	It is similar to the Black Soul Gem, but does not break when used.

How does the capacity of the soul gem work?

The capacity of a soul gem determines how large a soul it can hold. For example, small creatures will have a smaller soul and won’t need a large capacity gem.

Capturing a Soul with a Soul Trap Spell

To capture a soul, you need to use the Soul Trap spell. This spell can be cast on creatures, causing their soul to fill an empty soul gem in your inventory when they die.

Attention: It is important to remember that you must have an empty soul stone of the appropriate capacity. If you don’t have an empty soul gem, the soul will be lost.

Trapped Soul Stones will consume a person’s soul, sending them to the Soul Cairn. This is the place you visit during the quest “Beyond Death”, where the souls of the dead dwell.

Below you can see the different ways to get a tome for the Soul Trap.

Buy book	Court magicians. Falion in Mortal. Nelakar in Frozen Hearth. Finis Gestor at College of Winterhold. Talvas Fatryon at Tel Mithrin. Dravinea Stoneweaver in Kynes Grove. Morwen Stroud at Soul Cairn.
Use Atronach Forge	Combine the following items in the offering box: Firefly Thorax Destroyed Book Salt mound Any soul gem
Boss chests	The Soul Trap tome can be randomly found inside boss chests.

Soul Trap Weapon

Weapon can be enchanted with Soul Trap to also take souls. Often the weapon will not indicate that it is enchanted with the Soul Trap. For example, in the image above, you see the Iron War Ax of Souls. This is a soul trap weapon that will fill a soul gem if the target dies within 3 seconds of being hit.

With the Soul Reaver perk, the associated weapon will place a soul trap on the target, causing their soul to fill a soul gem on kill. To get this perk, you need to unlock Arcane Binding and also have a level 30 Conjuration skill.

Tip: While looting, you can also find weapons with the Soul Trap ability.

Using Soul Stones

Once you have a filled Soul Stone, you have two options.

• Go to the enchantment table and select the weapon you want to enchant;
• Reload previously enchanted weapons from your inventory:
  • Larger soul gems will take longer to charge weapons.

Note: After using a gem, it will either break or empty the soul if it is not broken.

That’s all you need to know about soul stones! If you plan on doing a lot of weapon enchanting while playing Skyrim, you should definitely get some soul gems and grab some souls.

How to fill the soul stone in Skyrim

Good afternoon Skyrim lovers.

Today we’ll talk about how to fill the soul stone in Skyrim.

The main one will be spell “Capture souls” from the school of Witchcraft, which must first be learned.

To do this, the character must:

1. find, buy or create in the Atronach Forge spell tome;
2. have at least 25 points in Conjuration magic to be able to cast it.

If the target dies while affected by this enchantment, their spirit is encased in stone.

Contents

1. Where to get the tome
2. Usage
3. Description of the stones
4. Whose souls are accepted?
5. How to fill a soul stone in Skyrim of the usual type?
6. Where to find gems
7. Pay attention
8. Tricks
9. Features

Where to get the tome

The easiest way to buy this spell in Skyrim is to buy it for 100 septims from a merchant. It is sold by the following characters:

• Court magicians in all major cities.
• Falion in Morthal. You can collide with this magician if you want to be cured of vampirism.
• Nelasar at the Frozen Hearth Inn in Winterhold. You will definitely meet him during the passage of the Black Star quest.
• Finis Gestor at the College of Winterhold.
• Dravinia the Carver in Kynesgrove. This Dunmer, in addition to selling the book, can also become the wife of a Dovahkiin.
• Wife or husband if you live with them in Markarth at Vlindrel Hall.
• Ghost of Morven Stroud in Soul Cairn for 25 pods (Dawnguard DLC).
• Talvas Fatryon in Tel Mithrin (DLC Dragonborn).

Alternative ways:

Create at the Atronach Forge in the College of Winterhold. To do this, you need 1 piece:

• standard salt,
• firefly thorax,
• spoiled book,
• any soul gem.

Also found randomly in any boss chest.

Use

To capture a soul in Skyrim, a Dovahkiin must have at least one empty gem in its inventory. Moreover, the pebble must be large enough to accommodate it.

The sequence of actions is as follows:

1. When everything is available, either cast the Capture spell on the target, or attack it with a weapon with an enchantment that allows you to capture souls.
2. If you can kill the enemy before the spell ends, the victim’s spirit will be trapped and imprisoned in the smallest stone of sufficient size.
3. If a stone of the required size is not available, the spirit will be trapped in a larger one.
4. If there are no suitable containers, the soul will not be captured.
5. If by mistake a valuable and rare stone is filled with all sorts of riff-raff, throw it out of inventory on the ground to clean it.

Description of stones

How to fill the soul stone in Skyrim? To begin with, it is worth paying attention to what type of “vessel” the player has. Without an empty soul stone, it will not be possible to cope with the task. Here are the souls and “vessels” that are combined with each other:

• tiny stone – souls up to level 4;
• small – souls of creatures up to level 16;
• normal – up to level 28;
• large – creatures up to level 38; black – filled only with the souls of people; great – can be filled with a soul of any level.

In fact, everything is simpler than it seems. How to fill the soul stone in Skyrim?

Whose souls are accepted?

To do this, you will have to find an opponent of the desired level. His soul can be placed in an empty prepared stone. To fill the tiny “vessel”, the player will have to fight with:

• chicken;
• dog;
• fox;
• deer;
• mud crab;
• goat;
• wolf;
• skewer;
• skeleton;
• killer fish.

A small stone is suitable for the souls of such creatures:

• koruses;
• draugr;
• Falmer;
• ghosts;
• brown bears;
• horses;
• saber teeth;
• guardian skeletons;
• snow wolves;
• wolves;
• ice ghosts;
• zombies;
• trolls.

How to fill a soul stone in Skyrim of the usual type?

The following opponents are suitable for this: black or cave bears; draugr warriors; fire atronachs; ice trolls; skeleton heroes; ancient ghosts; haze; Spriggans. But that’s not all. As already mentioned, the player can prepare large “vessels” for souls. They are ideally filled with: deidroth; giants; draugr warlords; terrifying zombies; Storm or Frost Atronachs; ogres; champion skeletons; smoke mothers; ghosts. With a great stone, there is usually no problem. It, as already mentioned, is great for any souls.

Where to look for stones

When thinking about how to fill a soul stone in Skyrim, players often face the problem of finding the appropriate “vessel”. You can find stones of one type or another: at some merchants; in dungeons and chests; in homes and market stalls. In addition, if desired, the player can use the console to issue empty and full stones. This greatly simplifies the process.

Note

1. If a target is killed in Skyrim within the allotted time, a text message will appear on the screen, a specific sound may be heard and an absorption animation (such as the one that occurs when absorbing a dragon soul) will appear. If everything went well, the inscription will appear: “The soul is captured!”.
2. If the main character does not have an empty stone or is too small, you will see a message: “There is no stone large enough”, and the spell will not work.
3. If the spell runs out before the target dies, nothing will happen, so the “Capture” spell must be cast again.
4. The target can resist the spell, and if successful, the spirit will not be captured. If this happens, a message will appear in the upper left corner of the screen: “[target name] resisted soul capture.”

Tricks

There are a few tricks to avoid the situations described above:

• The Soul Reaver perk in Skyrim imbues any summoned weapon with the Capture enchantment. The target still needs to be killed before the enchantment expires in order for the capture to take place. Only one target can be affected by this effect at a time. Note that when a spirit is captured with a perk, there are no audio or visual effects, but the message “Soul captured!” is shown.
• Enchanting a dagger with a gripping enchantment in combination with the Assassin’s Blade perk from the Stealth tree, a very effective method of filling stones.

Features of

Before you go to fill the pebbles, it’s worth clearing up a couple of things:

• Sentient creatures captured by the Black Stone will always have a higher value compared to the same size ordinary spirit in the Big Stone.
• Enchanting a bow with Soul Trap (or its fiery variant) for only one second is very effective for archers. This way you can achieve the most economical charge consumption and never miss your prey, since each arrow re-casts the spell, and the last shot is guaranteed to lock the target. You can get the enchantment of fiery grip by dismantling the steel ax of Ardent Souls from the last hall of the Iron barrow (quest “Coming of Age”).
• While the capture spell is on the corpse, it cannot be resurrected, so spells like Revive Zombie and Revive Corpse will not work at this point.
• After completing the Dark Brotherhood quest and fully equipping the torture chamber, the trap can be placed on any (or all four) of the captives. This will help you quickly pump up the Witchcraft skill.
• Also in Skyrim, you can raise the skill of this school by throwing a trap on the corpses and bodies of animals.
• Dragon souls cannot be caught, only consumed.
• The spell can be used to execute Astrid after completing the Dark Brotherhood questline. To do this, you need to throw a trap on her burnt body.
• The Dragonborn himself cannot be caught by this enchantment. Even if the enemy tries and kills the main character, having the Black Stone in his inventory, the Dovahkiin’s spirit will not leave his body.

Where is the Soul Stone from in Genshin Impact: where to find Gears

B Genshin Impact Where does the soul stone come from? is a quest in the world of the Rift, in which you have to purify the crystal by finding and activating five mechanisms. Prepare also to fight the serpent of the ruins Worm Haftwad. If you’re having trouble completing these tasks, check out our guide.

How to start the quest

It starts automatically immediately after completing the mission “A Threat in the Dark”. Next, you will need to chat with Zhi Qiong, who can be found in the southern part of the Nameless Ruins. She will be on top.

Then you will need to return to the camp with the girl. If you have already unlocked the teleport in the right place, then just use it. Otherwise, take the road ahead. As soon as you get close to the tent, the screen will go dark. Then an adventurer will appear ahead – talk to her again.

Go to the gate and read the inscriptions

After talking with Zhi Qiong and the Khedive, head to the Luminous Passages, following the marker. A zigzag road will lead there. First, jump into the hole and land on the very bottom to enter a new area with giant mushrooms. Now run forward. On the way, you can collect crystals and resources.

We also advise you to activate the teleport on the hill. Turn left and run into the cave. Run to a dead end where Zhi Qiong will be waiting for you. Chat with her. Then open the gate using the Stone Hall Key.

Continue exploring

Go through the opened passage and move deeper into the cave. Along the way, you’ll find Luminous Ore and Fatui’s Journal. Move on and deal with the slimes. You will find yourself in a spacious location. Plan down.

Hydro Knight Rethel will be waiting for you on the ground. Deal with him using Cryo and Pyro attacks. It will drop an Abyssal Pearl. Run up to the fairy and start leading her to the marker. Keep moving forward, leading the spirit.

Bringing the fairy to the house will unlock the chest. Continue down the only path and up the stairs. You will be taken to a new open area. There will be a teleportation point on the left, and a strange stone tablet on the right. Approach her to start a new cutscene.

Clear the crystal

To clear the huge crystal in the center of the location you will need to find and charge 5 mechanisms. Their location is shown on the map below. To power the devices, you will need to stand next to them and use your Lightstone Adjuvant. Next, deal with the enemies that appear. The mechanism will be activated only after its energy scale reaches 100% (do not go far from the monument).

Note: Dark wind currents will emanate from the crystals. On them you can track the location of the mechanisms.

So, to find the first mechanism , go straight along the main road from the passage to the last location.

You will find the second mechanism southwest of the southern teleportation point of the Luminous Passages. Here you will have to fight Hydro Herald of the Abyss.

Drop down to the area below the second device, and then glide west to find the third mechanism . The device will be guarded by Electro and Cryo mages of the abyss. Pyro attacks work well against them. When you start charging the monument, a mud sludge will appear – destroy it with a luminiferous stone.

Go back to the south teleport, then drop down to the lowest level and head southeast. Destroy the mud well and start charging fourth device . Rupture Hounds will attack you. Keep a good healer with you to resist the corruption.

The last fifth mechanism is located on a hill to the west of the northern teleport. Follow the stone pillar through the archway and then destroy the mud well with the Adjuvant. Before that, we recommend that you kill the abyss mages located here, otherwise you will then have to simultaneously fight with two Pyros and one Hydro abyss mages. Cryo attacks work well against them.

A borehole will also spawn regularly in this area, so keep charging your Luminous Stone and getting rid of the black goo. Don’t forget to use food to heal and resurrect characters.

How to defeat the Haftwad Worm

Now you will need to climb up to the crystal and hit it. Once in the right place, watch the new cutscene. At the end of the cutscene, a serpent of ruins will appear. You will need to kill this monster.

Note that this is a weaker version of the boss, so it shouldn’t be difficult to fight him. He has high resistance to physical damage, but low protection to elements, so try to hit him with elemental attacks. When the whirlwind appears, immediately run to the edge of the arena so that you don’t get sucked into it.

At some point, the serpent of the ruins will begin to spin, gathering an energy sphere in the center. Then there will be a powerful explosion, and energy balls will begin to fall to the ground. If you stand on the edge of the battlefield, you can avoid damage. Try to also destroy mud holes so that the boss can’t pick them up.

When the enemy has less than 10% health, a new cut-scene will start. In it, you will again see Ye Lan, who will help you by dropping the crystal on the monster. Next, return to the camp of the geo-reconnaissance squad and chat with Zhi Qiong.