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Ordering 10 to 15 percent extra is suggested for cuts and waste; so is mixing tile from different boxes to randomize natural variations. Requires a penetrating sealant before and after grouting and every one or two years to reduce staining. Clean with warm water and natural stone cleaners. Deep stains require a poultice.
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