Our Stone Collections

Kinds Of Rock And How Are They Formed

Various sedimentary rocks, including those found in river and sea beds, can be polished into magnificent slabs, showing the character of the original rock. When magma, the molten rock beneath the earth's surface, cools and solidifies, it traps complex minerals within its structure, which makes it igneous rock. The crystals in the stones may appear in layers or randomly, resulting in beautiful effects when the surface is polished. Granite is one of the most common igneous rocks, which provides a hard and incredibly beautiful work surface. Colours in Granite are formed by its minerals, which vary in shape and form. Metamorphic rocks are formed when either of these rock types is subjected to intense heat and pressure below the Earth's crust. Slate, on the other hand, is formed much nearer the surface. Metamorphic rocks like marble are often characterised by striking fractures, cracks, and folds due to stretching, compression, and growing pressure.

Natural Stone

Natural stone collections from the quarries have been used as a prime building material for centuries by all civilisations for interior and exterior building projects. Greeks were the earliest group to bring them into the homes, kitchens, sinks, bathroom worktops, fountains, etc.

Every part of the world and each layer of the Earth's crust have some or other stone worktops; all these varieties have a unique style, capable of adding ineradicable beauty to a place when integrated. In this wide range, some will have huge potential to become masterpieces if explored.

Why Should You Choose A Natural Stone:

Durable

Marble worktops, Quartz worktops, etc, are highly resistant to deterioration and undoubtedly more durable than most artificial products on the market. They show minimal wear and tear during use and offer homeowners a more sustainable indoor and outdoor design alternative. Specifically, Granite worktops are unparalleled in strength, making them ideal for construction projects like building walls, monuments, and home supports. This durability of our natural stone collection makes it a laudable choice for countertops, kitchen taps, breakfast bars, sinks, splashbacks, worktops, and other items used in the kitchen. They are also naturally fire-resistant, waterproof, and mouldproof, making them an ideal choice for rooms in your home that are more prone to water or fire damage, such as your living room or bathroom.

Environment-Friendly Stones

Natural building materials require less energy to manufacture than most artificial materials, so they are a sensible and eco-friendly solution for all your housing needs. The modern methods of extraction minimise the environmental impact and are highly efficient. They don't release toxic gases or chemicals that might harm your family or deteriorate the air quality. Besides, natural stone worktops are easily recyclable, which means that if a homeowner decides they don't want to use them in one room, they can find someone who can use them elsewhere. Additionally, they help to increase energy efficiency in your home. It can absorb heat from the sun or cold air from air conditioning systems. Doing so lets you keep a consistent, well-balanced temperature in your home all year round.

Hygienic

They are excellent options for those who suffer from allergies. For example, Granite, Composite, Slate, or Marble floors offer a more hygienic option than carpets, which are easily polluted by dust, dirt, and other environmental pollutants.

Versatile

Our stone collection for worktops are not the same, and you will always have a distinct design to match your style and taste. Therefore, they make one of the most versatile materials used in home reconstruction, available in many colours, hues, textures, shapes, and sizes. They can be incorporated into virtually any design, from contemporary to traditional, available as white sparkle worktops to grey worktops. Homeowners need to know which slab to select from our stone collection for their kitchen. Most homeowners opt for stones like quartz and Granite as they retain their natural beauty and require minimal care.

Easy To Maintain Stones

They require no regular maintenance, unlike ceramic and laminate floors. For instance, natural stone collection worktops can be scrubbed, polished, or waxed only a few times a week. If anything spills, you can wipe it out as you would for any other surface at your home. It is a small deal that requires a lot of energy.

Natural Stone Properties

Colour, intensity, colour blend, grain size, structure, and texture are all important properties of rocks. It is also critical that the appearance and colour of the stone surface be durable and that the rock withstands weathering and discolouration.

Stone Countertops For Your Kitchen:

Granite

Those familiar with interior design will notice that Granite is listed first. Because of its beauty and durability, Granite stone collection has long been the preferred countertop material among designers and builders. Simply put, there is no better natural stone countertop material.

Once almost exclusively found in high-end homes due to its cost, Granite has become increasingly popular as the "go-to" stone collection for countertop.

Quartzite

Quartzite is a naturally occurring stone that adds beauty and significant durability to countertop surfaces. Although it is becoming more popular, it is less commonly used than Granite, possibly because it is a slightly more expensive option.

Quartzite is a metamorphic rock formed by subjecting Quartz Sandstone to the same extreme pressures and temperatures as Granite.

Dolomite

Dolomite is a lesser-known stone slowly gaining popularity as a more durable and less expensive alternative to marble. It is sometimes referred to as "dolostone" to avoid confusion with the mineral dolomite, even though it is a significant component of the stone's composition.

Marble

Marble is included here primarily because it is considered a high-end design material. Marble is a metamorphic rock that forms naturally when Limestone or Dolomite is subjected to extreme pressure in the Earth's crust. Impurities allow marble to form in a wide range of colours and styles, adding to its appeal as a piece of design. Hope our stone collection page helped you pick the right stone.