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  When the weather outside is frightful, it’s hard to imagine using and enjoying your patio. However, if it’s a problem area for you, now is a great time to think about redoing it. Curl up by the fire, dream of sunnier days and get ahead so that when the good weather comes, you’ll be ready to enjoy it.

Stone floors can be made of large slabs, small slabs or thin tiles. In many cases, tiles are the best choice as they’re economical, lighter and easy to install over existing floor structures. With an enormous range of colours, textures and materials available, limestone tiles are a great choice for any home.

  You’ve probably heard that stone worktops are better for baking. You may even have heard that top pastry chefs use marble worktops or marble slabs in their kitchens, despite the fact that it’s simpler to meet health and safety regulations with stainless steel. If professionals are willing to spend time, money and effort on something, that’s a clear sign its worthwhile. But why, exactly, is a marble worktop better than a wooden or stainless steel one?