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Product Care and Information - Custom Map Marble Coasters

Where will the address appear on the coasters?

The location on the map of your address is just up and to the right of the center of the four coasters, (the center would be the inner corner of the four coasters). The exact address location will appear one inch to the East (to the right) and one in

Where do the tiles come from?

The tiles are imported from various points in the Mediterranean. The type of marble used is named after the Italian botticino which is a marble industry word for that particular color of marble.

Why are there spots/cracks on my tiles?

The marble used for the coasters is a natural product, created over millions of years. It is not a manufactured resin or polymer composite. Therefore, the tiles will have natural discolorations, fissures and veins which all add to the beauty of the s

Why are the edges of my tiles cracked/chipped?

The tiles go through a deliberate tumbling process to give the edges a rough-hewn antique look. The tiles are meant to have this ancient look to them.

What type of maps are used for the Coasters and the Survey Map Print?

U.S. Geological survey maps are used for the coasters and the survey map print.

Why isn't my street name on the map?

The subject street name may or may not be included in the U.S. Geological survey map, and consequently, may not always appear on the map coasters or print. Huge amounts of data are conveyed on to the coasters. In some areas, the street names simply w