polymer clay tiles

Please help & answer my questions about polymer clay, Im new to this and i want to make jewelry and stuff...? I bought a bunch of polymer clay and everything i need to make jewelry with it and some clay tools. Should i buy a toaster oven as well, or do i use my stove? What do i cook the clay on? foil? a pan? someone told me paper? or a tile in the toaster oven? a bead rack? what is best? and how long do i cook it for and at what temp? id be making mostly small charms and beads. do i put the metal jewelry pieces into the clay before or after i cook it? please help me, answer as much as you can, i really want to start doing this but i don't know the best ways to do it and i don't want to overcook it or ruin my stove or anything. thank you ^_^ I think you should purchase some instructional books. You should be able to where you bought the materials and supplies. Here are some videos to watch: http://www.expertvillage.com/video-series/4825_polymer-clay.htm Keep Arting! Jeff (weseye) Wesley http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=5660189 http://www.absolutearts.com/portfolios/w/weseye/ Member of MMAG, http://www.midmichiganartguild.org/ Member of MSG, http://misilversmith.org/ Member of LAC, http://www.lansingarts.org

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Tile and Stone Flooring

Tile and stone flooring ranks among the most durable of options that when installed properly can withstand the lifetime of your home and even more.  Other than the inherent strength, these offer almost everything that you will ever need for a flooring that is both functional and stylish.  Though these choices make up for great investments, there are still essential things about tile and stone flooring you need to know for you and your New York home to fully avail of all the possible benefits.  Read on to find out and make the selection easier with information ideal whether you are in Long Island, Staten Island, Queens, Manhattan or Brooklyn.

Tile and stone flooring are basically different materials but somehow meet somewhere.  Tiles are hard-wearing floor option of fired clay that comes glazed or unglazed and in a very wide range of sizes, colors, and patterns that make up for unlimited designs.  Stone on the other hand is a natural material that owes its exquisite beauty and strength to time and all earthly elements.  Some of the most common stone floor materials include granite, limestone, travertine, marble, slate, sandstone and limestone.  Stone can also come in the form of tiles—composed of genuine aggregate attached to polymer binder, which can be a relatively cheaper alternate for pure slabs.

Stone flooring can be classified among the high-end choices but nevertheless boosts home value considerably.  Though pricey, it can prove to be a great investment so ensure proper installation and hire qualified contractors to handle the job efficiently for you.  Tiles offer a very varied price range with costs depending on size, material, and how they are manufactured.  Ranking first among the most expensive when it comes to both labor cost and the material itself is stone tiles.  Custom-made art tiles are priced around $25 or more depending on the intricacy of the designs.  The cost for ceramic tiles stretch between $5 to $20 per square foot with contractor service not yet included.  The cheapest you can get is opting for vinyl.

When considering your tile and stone flooring options, it is important to assess the needs and functions of the room where it will be laid out.  Each choice has its own sets of advantages and disadvantages.  Generally, these floor alternatives are hard with the exception of vinyl tiles that offer resilience.  Though most popular when it comes to bathrooms and kitchens, they can also serve living and bedroom areas sufficiently.  Certain types like unglazed tiles and marble floors can easily be stained.  And the list of the pros and cons goes on, so take time and weigh things carefully to land with the best fitting choice.  Other than being practical when it comes to cost and functionalities, your choice will also be a matter of personal taste.

Another very important factor to consider when selecting through your tile and stone flooring options is the long term benefits.  If you plan on selling the house in months time, having stones for your floor may not be ideal.  The floor is among the greatest contributors to any room’s ambiance.  It is also the main element with which the design and color of the rest of the décor and furnishings.  With this in mind, natural stone flooring would be most appealing and timeless.

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