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When you are selecting
any natural stone product, it is very important
to consider the application to ensure the
suitability of the item. Choosing the correct
material is a balance between aesthetics
and practicality and our friendly and knowledgeable
sales staff will assist you to ensure you
get the best product for your project.
Slate
Slate is a dense and non-absorbent
material which is known for its natural
shade and colour variation. As a result
of its density and low absorption rate,
slate is highly resistant to stains, bacteria
and heat.
Despite these natural qualities,
it is still recommended that slate be properly
sealed. After proper installation, it can
be cleaned with a mild soap. Scratches can
be buffed out.
Travertine
Travertine is also known as
travertine limestone and travertine marble,
even though it is neither a limestone nor
marble. This stone is characterized by naturally
occurring pitted holes and troughs in its
surface which give the appearance of considerable
wear and tear. Some installers use a grout
to fill these holes, whereas other leave
them open.
Travertine can be supplied
with a smooth, honed finish or a tumbled;
brushed & chiseled for a more rustic
appearance. The colour of travertine ranges
from from pale to dark cream and it is available
in various sizes. As is the case with all
natural stones, Travertine must be properly
sealed.
Limestone
Limestone is typically
more porous marble. It ranges in colour
from light beige to golden brown and it
is usually given a honed finish. It is imperative
to properly seal limestone and care should
be taken to keep it away from acidic substances.
Granite
Granite is the hardest
and most durable of all natural stones.
Second only to diamonds in hardness, granite
resists stains and scratches.
It comes in an assortment
of colours and patterns depending on the
mix of minerals it contains. It is an ideal
choice for countertops, however a protective
sealer must be applied periodically to help
prevent stains.
Marble
Marble is characterized
by coloured veins set against a consistent
background. It comes in an assortment of
colours, however, it is vulnerable to knife
scratches and food stains from acidic substances
and so care should be taken when it is used
for countertops.
The non-stick surface
is popular for rolling out dough. A protective
sealer must be applied periodically to prevent
stains.
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