(This article is composed from Email interaction with a Home Owner from Bangalore)
Q – I just got a new house in Bangalore. I would like to know what’s the best option for flooring Marble or other Natural stone?

A – You can choose any of stone you like. I would suggest you to look for your budget and your living style/pattern before you choose any stone or marble for flooring of the house. In marbles you have Indian marble, Italian marble and many more to choose from. If your budget is on lower side, you can opt for Kota or Shabad or Tandoor. Very few (who have high budget) prefer to have Granite as flooring. It is mostly used for commercial and Industrial purposes. All these stones come in various colours and designs, so you can choose as per your budget. These days Marble is most commonly chosen for flooring in Indian homes.

Q – What type or category of Marble is best for flooring?

A – Indian marbles are very good for Indian homes. Indian marbles are available in different price range. So you can choose from as per your budget. But if you have really good budget Italian Marble is best. Italian marble also adds style and value to your living.

Q – How are these marbles available, in slabs or tile like? And what do you suggest me to opt for?

A – If you have hired an Architect or Interior Designer, then marbles would be brought as per their designs and budget given by you. But Marbles are can be brought in slabs (which are 4’x6’, 8’x4’,etc. in size) and small pieces (i.e. 1’x1.5’, 2’x1.5’, etc. in size)too. The cost will depend on sizes and whiteness of marble. I would suggest you to opt for new slabs if you have good budget. And if Otherwise, you can opt for marble cut-outs.