--- title: "Marble & Tile Blog — Page 12 | Expert Tips & Inspiration | Miconi Marble & Tile | San Rafael, CA" description: "Page 12 of expert advice on marble, tile, and natural stone installation from Miconi Marble & Tile in San Rafael, Marin County." canonical: "https://miconi.com/blog/page/12/" generated: 2026-08-25T02:14:50.783Z --- # Marble & Tile Blog Page 12 of 14 [![Cream subway tiles on a wall with exposed red brick above](/assets/images/blog/pexels-victor-zissou-220680.jpg)](/blog/choosing-tiles-project/) May 17, 2022 Blog ## [Things to Consider When Choosing Tiles for Your Project](/blog/choosing-tiles-project/) When you're planning a construction project, the surfaces will need quite a bit of your time. Keep reading to learn more! [Read More →](/blog/choosing-tiles-project/) [![Black and white image of a patterned tile floor with staggered rectangular tiles](/assets/images/blog/pexels-pixabay-220177.jpg)](/blog/marble-tile-flooring/) May 10, 2022 Blog ## [Marble Vs. Tile Flooring: Which Option Should You Choose?](/blog/marble-tile-flooring/) To help you make this choice, we have explained the differences between marble and tile flooring in this guide. Read more! [Read More →](/blog/marble-tile-flooring/) [![Wall with peach and light gray square tiles arranged in a simple pattern](/assets/images/blog/danny-howe-JQCcN6BGIvE-unsplash.jpg)](/blog/the-different-advantages-of-having-tiles-in-the-bathroom/) May 3, 2022 Blog ## [The Different Advantages of Having Tiles in the Bathroom](/blog/the-different-advantages-of-having-tiles-in-the-bathroom/) You may be curious to know what these specific benefits are. If that is the case, look no further than our pointers below. [Read More →](/blog/the-different-advantages-of-having-tiles-in-the-bathroom/) [![Modern kitchen with black marble countertop and backsplash, white chairs at the island](/assets/images/blog/pexels-max-vakhtbovych-6538939.jpg)](/blog/buying-tips-best-marble-for-home/) April 26, 2022 Blog ## [4 Helpful Tips on Buying the Best Marble for Your Home](/blog/buying-tips-best-marble-for-home/) If you are planning to use marble for some parts of your house, there are some things you should know before buying. Here are a few tips! [Read More →](/blog/buying-tips-best-marble-for-home/) [![Modern kitchen with granite island, white cabinets, and stainless steel appliances](/assets/images/blog/beautiful-luxury-kitchen-with-quartz-and-granite-c-2021-08-30-02-29-48-utc-1.jpg)](/blog/get-a-quartz-kitchen-countertop/) April 19, 2022 Blog ## [Reasons Why You Should Get a Quartz Kitchen Countertop](/blog/get-a-quartz-kitchen-countertop/) Quartz countertops are particularly well-loved, and we will discuss the reasons you should go for this material for your kitchen countertop! [Read More →](/blog/get-a-quartz-kitchen-countertop/) [![Close-up of turquoise ceramic tiles with visible grout lines and texture](/assets/images/blog/turquoise-tiles-2021-08-26-18-12-11-utc-1.jpg)](/blog/mold-and-stain-ceramic-tile-removal/) April 12, 2022 Blog ## [Tips to Remove Mold and Tough Stains from Your Ceramic Tiles](/blog/mold-and-stain-ceramic-tile-removal/) Removing stains from your ceramic tiles is a pretty straightforward process. All you need is to know the right cleaning solution to use! [Read More →](/blog/mold-and-stain-ceramic-tile-removal/) [![Bathroom with herringbone tile, vanity, round mirror, and bathtub](/assets/images/blog/pexels-christa-grover-1910472.jpg)](/blog/prep-work-tiling-bathroom-walls/) April 5, 2022 Blog ## [Crucial Prep Work You Need to Do for Tiling Bathroom Walls](/blog/prep-work-tiling-bathroom-walls/) Here are some tips you may want to consider if you're prepping your bathroom wall for new tiles. Continue reading to learn more! [Read More →](/blog/prep-work-tiling-bathroom-walls/) [![Modern bathroom with freestanding tub, blue stone tiles, and floating vanity](/assets/images/blog/pexels-max-vakhtbovych-6207947.jpg)](/blog/tile-tips-to-improve-bathroom-at-home/) March 29, 2022 Blog ## [Some Helpful Tile Tips to Improve Your Bathroom at Home](/blog/tile-tips-to-improve-bathroom-at-home/) Improving your bathroom may be less complicated than you think, especially when you follow our tile tips in this article. Continue reading! [Read More →](/blog/tile-tips-to-improve-bathroom-at-home/) [![Top-down view of green and white geometric star pattern tiles with sneakers visible](/assets/images/blog/alex-block-AtUTJiKaFxo-unsplash.jpg)](/blog/prevent-brand-new-tiles-cracking/) March 22, 2022 Blog ## [How You Can Prevent Your Brand New Tiles from Cracking Early](/blog/prevent-brand-new-tiles-cracking/) Cracked tiles can also happen because of poor installation or lack of care. Continue reading this article to learn more! [Read More →](/blog/prevent-brand-new-tiles-cracking/) [![Modern kitchen with a central island, white countertop, stainless steel appliances, and brick backsplash](/assets/images/blog/pexels-get-lost-mike-5587945.jpg)](/blog/basic-types-of-kitchen-islands/) March 15, 2022 Blog ## [Kitchen Islands: Basic Types You Need to Know](/blog/basic-types-of-kitchen-islands/) In this article, we'll give you a rundown of the different kitchen islands, and by the end of this, you'll have a decision of what you want! [Read More →](/blog/basic-types-of-kitchen-islands/) [![Bathroom with white sink, gold faucet, toilet, and freestanding bathtub with subway tile walls](/assets/images/blog/bathroom.jpeg)](/blog/tips-choose-best-tiles-bathroom/) March 8, 2022 Blog ## [Simple Tips to Help Choose the Best Tiles for Your Bathroom](/blog/tips-choose-best-tiles-bathroom/) The following tips can help you choose bathroom tiles that are right for you. Here's what you need to know. Read on to know more! [Read More →](/blog/tips-choose-best-tiles-bathroom/) [![Modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel stove, and white tile backsplash](/assets/images/blog/kitchen-4.jpeg)](/blog/factors-affecting-tile-kitchen/) March 1, 2022 Blog ## [Factors Affecting How Long It Will Take To Tile Your Kitchen](/blog/factors-affecting-tile-kitchen/) This article will run you through the factors that can affect how long it takes to tile your kitchen. Keep reading to learn more! [Read More →](/blog/factors-affecting-tile-kitchen/) [![Living room featuring brown sofa, wicker stools, and wood-look vinyl flooring with wall art](/assets/images/blog/flooring.jpeg)](/blog/vinyl-flooring-ceramic-tile/) February 22, 2022 Blog ## [Vinyl Flooring Over Ceramic Tile: Is it Possible?](/blog/vinyl-flooring-ceramic-tile/) Is it possible, however, to install vinyl flooring over tiles? Vinyl can be used to cover almost any hard flooring material, including tiles. [Read More →](/blog/vinyl-flooring-ceramic-tile/) [![Bathroom with marble-patterned porcelain tiles, walk-in shower, sink, and toilet](/assets/images/blog/bathroom-tiles.jpeg)](/blog/considerations-porcelain-tiles/) February 15, 2022 Blog ## [7 Considerations When Looking for Porcelain Tiles](/blog/considerations-porcelain-tiles/) It's a durable material and can withstand lots of foot traffic. Check out this guide to learn what to look for in porcelain tiles. [Read More →](/blog/considerations-porcelain-tiles/) [![Close-up of a wall with rectangular white stone tiles in a staggered pattern](/assets/images/blog/tile.jpeg)](/blog/pei-rating-tile-flooring/) February 8, 2022 Blog ## [PEI Rating for Tile Flooring, Explained](/blog/pei-rating-tile-flooring/) To make it easier to categorize tiles based on their surface durability, the Porcelain Enamel Institute developed a rating system. Read more! [Read More →](/blog/pei-rating-tile-flooring/) [![Kitchen featuring warm-toned marble countertops, wooden cabinets, and mixed wood and stone flooring](/assets/images/blog/Miconi-Marble-Tile-Kitchen-3.jpg)](/blog/kitchen-and-bathroom-flooring/) February 1, 2022 Blog ## [Kitchen and Bathroom Flooring: Should They Match?](/blog/kitchen-and-bathroom-flooring/) There are many advantages to matching kitchen and bathroom flooring, but that doesn’t mean it will work for your home. Read on! [Read More →](/blog/kitchen-and-bathroom-flooring/) [![Beige tiles with water droplets showing grout lines in detail](/assets/images/blog/tiles-1.jpeg)](/blog/importance-tile-grout/) January 25, 2022 Blog ## [Understanding the Importance of Tile Grout](/blog/importance-tile-grout/) While many homeowners have a bad perception of grout, it plays a pivotal role in your structures’ overall architectural integrity. Read on! [Read More →](/blog/importance-tile-grout/) [![Modern kitchen with white marble backsplash, wooden island, and red oven](/assets/images/blog/kitchen-3.jpeg)](/blog/household-items-damage-stone-counter/) January 18, 2022 Blog ## [5 Household Items that Can Damage Your Stone Counter](/blog/household-items-damage-stone-counter/) Before hiring a professional kitchen remodeling contractor, everyday household items can damage a stone counter. Read on to know more! [Read More →](/blog/household-items-damage-stone-counter/) [![Modern kitchen with white quartz island, pendant lights, and wooden flooring](/assets/images/blog/kitchen-2.jpeg)](/blog/kitchen-reasons-makeover-2022/) January 4, 2022 Blog ## [New Year, New Kitchen: 6 Reasons for a Makeover in 2022](/blog/kitchen-reasons-makeover-2022/) Remodeling kitchens can be a major undertaking, from a monetary point of view. Here are 6 reasons for a kitchen makeover in 2022. Read on! [Read More →](/blog/kitchen-reasons-makeover-2022/) [![Construction site with exposed walls, scaffolding, and a worker in action](/assets/images/blog/remodel-1.jpeg)](/blog/tips-remodel-project-new-year/) December 28, 2021 Blog ## [5 Tips For An Amazing Remodel Project in the New Year](/blog/tips-remodel-project-new-year/) In this article, we have some tips to help you prepare for a remodeling project so that it goes as smoothly as possible! Read to know more! [Read More →](/blog/tips-remodel-project-new-year/)