Natural Stone
Natural stones can be a great way to revamp any space you’re looking to remodel. Natural stones even work just as well outside as they do inside, which is an advantage over using regular tiles. But oftentimes, it’s hard to decide between the five different natural stones we carry. We’ve detailed a little bit of background information as well as key differences between marble, granite, limestone, terrazzo, and travertine. Want to know if our services are right for you? Take a look at our Yelp reviews and once you feel comfortable be sure to contact us to request your quote.
Marble is a beautiful choice for a natural stone to have in your home or business. It’s a metamorphic rock composed of recrystallized carbonate minerals. The aesthetic qualities that marble has might not be noticeable to the naked eye. Marble is partially translucent and reflects light. Marble is perfect for a lighter look for your kitchen and bathroom when the decor is generally light. The reflection from the sun or your lighting accents the marble, creating an airy effect. With marble, the patterns on the stone tend to look more natural because they have a “free-flowing” design.
Granite is an igneous rock. It’s a hard stone and requires great skill to carve. It has a natural high compressive strength that withstands a lot of pressure, which makes it an ideal material for walkways and flooring. Granite also tends to be opaque and solid. Pairing granite with solid colors and designs highlights its natural beauty. Granite tends to have a more consistent pattern, unlike marble. Granite’s durability is great for any residential or commercial project.
Limestone is a sedimentary rock that has been used as a building material for centuries. Limestone has the ability to produce a look that emulates the beauty of hardwood while having the quality minerals that a natural stone possesses. What makes limestone an amazing natural stone is the variety of neutral colors it can come in, from beige to brown, even grey, white, and sand. The neutral colors that limestone has makes a perfect companion for any type of decor when thinking about using limestone as a natural stone choice for your space.
Terrazzo is a composite material that is poured in place or precast. Created by Venetian marble workers years ago, it creates a unique look for any space. Today we use glass, quartz, granite, and marble chips to complete the terrazzo look. Some of the benefits of using terrazzo have been its lightweight, stain and scratch resistance, as well as its ability to be used on top of a pre-existing floor. Customers tend to enjoy terrazzo for their lively and decorative patterns.
Travertine is a white or light-colored calcareous rock deposited from mineral springs. The beauty of travertine material is in the natural colors it comes in. This adds simple elegance to any space. Used for centuries in Italy and Turkey, Travertine is now used universally for a classic look. Made from natural materials travertine is a great alternative for people who typically drift towards porcelain tiles, because they both offer a similar look, but travertine is more environmentally friendly.
