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Granite
is an Igneous rock that is formed by volcanic activity. It is made up
of 60% feldspar and 30% quartz which makes it a very hard. It is
highly resistant to wear and tear. It is available in a
variety of colors and grain patterns. |
Grays, Blacks, Browns, Reds, Greens, Blue-gray |
Very Hard |
Igneous |
Indoor and Outdoor Counter Tops, Floors, Back Splash, Walls, Kitchens, and Bathrooms |
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Marble is medium in hardness and is formed by fine grain crystals, which contributes to a mirror like finish when polished. |
Whites, Grays, Greens, Reds, Black, Variegated |
Medium |
Metamorphic |
Indoor Floors, Fire Place Mantles, Tilling, and Statues |
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Limestones
form in shallow, calm, warm marine waters. they contain at least 50%
calcium carbonate. limestones can contain small percents of the
materials including: quartz, feldspar, pyrite, siderite and other
minerals. |
Gray, Buff, Variegated Gray/Buff |
Soft |
Sedimentary |
Facing Stone, Floor Tiles, Stair Treads, Window Sills, Patios and Many other purposes. |
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Travertine
stone is a form of limestone with a pitted surface that can be left for
an aged look or filled with a resin for a more finished look. It can be
obtained as slabs as well as tile |
Ivories, Creams, Golden Browns, and darker browns |
Soft |
Sedimentary |
Backslashes, Travertine Sinks, Floors, Mosaic Tiles, Statuary, Fireplace Surrounds, Tub Surrounds |
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onyx
is a cryptocrystalline form of quartz. Its mesmerizing jewel-like
translucence and exotic banding in diverse shades make it ideal for
backlit panels and backslashes. |
Browns, Oranges, Greens, and Grays |
Medium Hard |
Semi Precious |
Backlit Panels, Back Splashes, and Other various home decor uses |
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semi
precious stone can include petrified wood, amethyst, blue agate, and
much more. the individual stones are cut and bound together with an
epoxy resin to create unique surfaces. |
Blues, Greens, Reds, Purples, Whites, Cream, Blacks, Grays, and more |
Medium |
Semi Precious |
Counter tops, Back Splashes, and Sink and Tub Surrounds |
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Sandstone
is a coarse-grained rock formed by the consolidation and compaction of
sand and held together by a natural cement, such as silica. |
Earth Tones, Beiges, Creams, Browns, and Reds. |
Soft |
Sedimentary |
Floor Tiles, Wall Tiles, Fireplaces, Decorative Pavements |
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Slate
is a stone that is made up of shale and clay that has been compacted
for many years. It is a rustic material that offers a unique weathered
look. |
Shades of Grays, Browns, Rust, and Graphite |
Soft |
Metamorphic |
Indoor and Outdoor, Floors, Walls, and Back Splashes |
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Engineered
Stone is completely man made. It contains 90% natural quartz (the
hardest non precious stone) bond together by a resin. it is just as if
not more durable as natural granite. Engineered stone is also more
resistant to bacteria, which makes it great for use in health care
buildings. |
Almost any color is available. |
Hardness |
Engineered |
Counter tops, Shower and Tub Surrounds, and Other various surfaces around the home. |
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