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Practical features of decorative tiles:

• The complete absence of harmful and toxic substances when the materials are heated;
• The high level of heat resistance and mechanical strength;
• The ability to design a variety of forms;
• The installation of the artificial stone greatly simplifies due to its light weight in comparison with natural stone;
•  It is perfectly compatible with a variety of facing materials such as glass, ceramics and metal.

One of cheapest way is to use plaster. But it gives you possibility to create a lot of decorative effects.  Using gypsum plasterboard, it is easy to diy fireplace mantel shelf. It is mounted on a metal frame. Plates are connected only to the vertical and horizontal elements. The basic criteria and factors in choosing the material are: color, appearance, texture of the stone, which must obligatorily fits into the composition of interior room design.