This page is designed to be a growing collection of information regarding natural and engineered stone. Each stone has its own characteristics. This is meant to give you reference information that may prove helpful.
Get information about how several different materials used in fabrication compare to one another and how it translates into selecting the right material for a project.
Since the term granite is used to describe a variety of stone we will use term natural granite. Natural granite is the granite rock that forms in nature. Here is some information regarding natural granite.
Natural limestone is used to describe a variety of stone that contains particular minerals. Natural limestone forms in nature around water in more than one way. Here is some information regarding natural limestone.
Natural marble is used to describe a variety of stone that contains particular minerals. Natural marble forms in nature via heating and pressurization of limestone. Here is some information about marble.
This article offers some basic reference information about the natural quartzite stone. It briefly mentions some advantages & drawbacks to quartzite as well as maintenance and care.
Get a quick description of the properties of natural sandstone and an overview of how it is formed including the colors that it is available in, its hardness, and how to go about caring for it.
See what kinds of applications make use of this unique natural stone material, learn about its advantages and disadvantages when used for a building material, and learn how to care for and maintain it.
Find out what makes soapstone unique and see how to care for it and the minerals that compose this interesting, highly heat resistant, and stain resistant natural stone surface material.
Get a quick description of the properties of natural travertine and an overview of how it is formed including color availability, hardness, maintenance and how you can care for it on a regular basis.
