Howard
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Cantera?
I am thinking about using Cantera for my patio floor but have been told that it is not a good idea "because it is too soft." I really like the look
but has anyone had experience using it and putting outdoor chairs and tables on it? It will not get a lot of foot traffic except in one area and I
could always use something else for that.
I have a rocking chair that was given to me as a retirement gift and they said it would not be good for Cantera.
Anyone with suggestions? The area is only around 28 square meters.
Thanks,
Howard
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DENNIS
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Are there different grades?
http://saltillotileconnection.com/cantera-stone-tile-pavers/
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great for statues and fountains - but i would want more durability for floor traffic.
Cantera depending on where it is mined and carved / quaried can be very soft indeed, chips peels fracks spalls etc.
go to a fire treated stone or ceramic - mexico is king of supply there.
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I am using cantera for some columns and for trim around some doors etc but not for any flat surfaces. Not only is it soft but some of it is
susceptible to erosion in a frequently whetted area (such as around pools) and it stains badly. If you spill your wine or drop a burger on it it will
be hard to remove the stain.
It is unfortunate as it is a naturally non-slip surface and it remains cool to the touch in direct sun, perfect characteristics for around a
pool......dt
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Howard
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Spill my wine?
After taking all of your suggestions into consideration I was torn on what to do. What put me over the edge is if I spilled my wine (sh-t happens)
and it stained it, shame on me for not only spilling my wine but for not listening to you guys.
NO CANTERA PATIO FOR ME! 
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dtbushpilot
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| Quote: | Originally posted by Howard
After taking all of your suggestions into consideration I was torn on what to do. What put me over the edge is if I spilled my wine (sh-t happens)
and it stained it, shame on me for not only spilling my wine but for not listening to you guys.
NO CANTERA PATIO FOR ME! |
If you spill wine on it you could always buy a couple of bottles of cheap wine and stain the rest of the patio the same color
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Loretana
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Howard, the "Vitropiso" ceramic tiles, 18" square are the ticket for outdoor applications.
I know they aren't the real deal stone (or tile for that matter) but they don't ever stain, and don't mind the sun. And if the abanil doesn't use too
much grout, all the better.
Braulio has them, and they are reasonably priced.
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