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  "name": "Can natural stone tile be installed in wet areas like walk-in showers?",
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      "name": "Can natural stone tile be installed in wet areas like walk-in showers?",
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      "acceptedAnswer": {
        "text": "Natural stone can be used in showers, but careful material selection and comprehensive waterproofing are mandatory. Denser stones like granite, slate, or properly treated marble perform well, whereas soft, highly porous limestones or unhoned travertines with open voids can absorb excessive water and deteriorate. Before any stone goes up on shower walls or floors, a continuous waterproof membrane must be installed over cement board. Additionally, because acidic shampoos and body washes can etch polished marble, many homeowners opt for honed finishes. Stone shower floors also require periodic sealing to guard against mineral buildup, discoloration, and mold penetration.",
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        "description": "Yes, but wet areas require a certified continuous waterproof membrane, denser or honed stone varieties, and frequent sealing to prevent moisture absorption and etching."
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  "description": "Yes, but wet areas require a certified continuous waterproof membrane, denser or honed stone varieties, and frequent sealing to prevent moisture absorption and"
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