On Sep 13, 11:09*pm, Higgs Boson wrote:
I have to replace the deteriorated tiles around my sink, so might as
well redo the whole counter. *A while back I researched extensively,
but maybe technology has moved on?

How long did the tile last? Were you satisfied with its
appearance and performance? New tile might be
the best choice for you. After all, it's been used
for centuries.

Cindy Hamilton

Cindy Hamilton wrote:
On Sep 13, 11:09 pm, Higgs Boson wrote:
I have to replace the deteriorated tiles around my sink, so might as
well redo the whole counter. A while back I researched extensively,
but maybe technology has moved on?

How long did the tile last? Were you satisfied with its
appearance and performance? New tile might be
the best choice for you. After all, it's been used
for centuries.

Cindy Hamilton\

depends upon the tile and usage. i've had tiles next to the stove only last
a handful of years if you're in the habit of sliding pots around on them.

my current house has granite tiles. no stains or marks even with items that
normally would: red wine, grease, acids, etc.

you should test a piece of your sample granite with various items to
determine if it needs to be sealed. a lot don't require this.

On Sep 14, 7:13*am, Cindy Hamilton
wrote:
On Sep 13, 11:09*pm, Higgs Boson wrote:

I have to replace the deteriorated tiles around my sink, so might as
well redo the whole counter. *A while back I researched extensively,
but maybe technology has moved on?

How long did the tile last? *Were you satisfied with its
appearance and performance? *New tile might be
the best choice for you. *After all, it's been used
for centuries.

You're right about much of this, Cindy. I did have the counter itself
re-tiled few years ago, but I made this mistake of having a handyman
do it, so result did not wear as well as orig. installation decades
ago by a real tile-setter. This time I had to go to a special place
to get the matching tiles, as they are from long, long ago. Dunno if
there could be a difference in quality? This job has a lot of dings
and cracks around the sink.

Satisfied? Appearance, yes, but grout got dirty easily , and my
attempts at re-grouting were less than stellar. Still, as you now
remind me,
retiling the damaged areas might still be the best option. After all,
I am not building for the ages...

However, have also seriously considered the latest in "formica", if I
can halfway match the tiles, and I promise not to put down a hot pot
while screaming. Some people have a sort of trivet built in, of metal
or tile, to avoid this problem.

Thanks for your thoughful response.

HB

Cindy Hamilton