| Granite is an igneous, or volcanic, stone. All granites are composed of feldspar and quartz, which are very hard minerals. Additional minerals and trace elements can render granite in every conceivable color. The exceptional hardness makes granite suited for heavy-duty applications, such as commercial flooring and kitchen countertops. |
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| The elegance and class of marble is unrivalled. Since the beginning of civilization, marble has adorned the homes of those with impeccable taste. Created by metamorphosis, marble forms when limestone is subjected to intense heat and pressure deep within the earth. This stone is available in a wide array of color: from Carrara White, quarried in the same mountains from which Michelangelo Buonarrotti selected the blocks for his masterpieces, to the dark and mysterious marble that bears his name. |
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| For a refined and delicate touch, nothing surpasses limestone. Our French and German limestones are ideal for a sleek, modern appearance. The occasional appearance of fossilized sea animals in some limestones is a stunning feature. |
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| A sedimentary stone, slate is many-layered in its versatility. From the rustic charm of cleft tiles to the sophistication of honed slabs, this stone has a remarkable range of character and application. |
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| Similar to limestone and marble, travertine evokes the grandeur of the Colosseum and recalls the old world charm of an ancient Roman villa. The grain can be left open for an aged, rustic look, or filled with resin for a cleaner appearance. |
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| Onyx is a translucent sedimentary calcite, commonly marked by bands, rings, or stripes. Due to change in the meaning of the word over the ages, when ancient texts refer to “alabaster” they actually mean the stone that is now called onyx. |
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| Sandstone is a sedimentary stone, made by the accumulation of compressed sand in riverbeds. |
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| Quartzite comes in a variety of rich, vibrant colors. It is metamorphosed sandstone; what marble is to limestone, quartzite is to sandstone. |
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| Similar to talc, soapstone is quite soft and smooth. It is popular for use in kitchens and bathrooms, with entire sinks often built of soapstone slab. |
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