Dotting the streets of historic towns and beloved in meandering garden paths, cobblestones are some of the most recognizable (and  charming!) stones used in hardscaping. Simply put, cobbles are rounded stones that are traditionally used to pave roads and paths. They are usually between two and ten inches in diameter or length and are often […]
Take a deep breath: no matter how much you might baby your stone countertop, scratches are inevitably going to appear. It happens to everyone at some point or another, and it’s nearly impossible to prevent — so cut yourself some slack! The good news is that minor scratches can be easily fixed no matter what
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Beloved by emperors and artisans alike, marble has been one of the most beautiful and sought-after stones for centuries. Whether it’s as pure white as snow or streaked with dramatic, colorful veins, each piece of marble is a unique and stunning work of art and, when used in
Mosaics — flat, colored tiles of glass, stone or ceramic arranged to create intricate scenes of people, places, animals, and designs — is one of the oldest forms of art in the world. Although mosaics can be found in many countries and were developed in many different ancient civilizations,
Now that the temperature is warming up we’re heading full-steam into spring, how is your yard looking? A great way to spruce things up after winter’s wrath is by doing a little hardscaping or adding stone accents to enhance your front and back yard. However, you can forget about adding Belgian block around the driveway
If you’re lucky enough to have a fireplace in your home, you know that it can actually be a tricky design feature to deal with. The existing fireplace may not match your design style, or the color may be too dark or too light for your room. Or, maybe it takes up too much visual
The beauty of natural stone is that no two pieces are exactly alike. Your piece of stone is a unique piece of art forged by mother nature over centuries using heat, pressure, and lots of different minerals and organic materials. The way these minerals settle into the stone is what causes the huge array of
Question: I love took cook, but it’s annoying to use and clean cutting boards all the time. I’m thinking about getting a new stone countertop, and I’ve heard people say you can cut directly on them without scratching the surface. Is that true? The answer is — it depends, and it’s still better to use
I’m thinking about installing natural stone in my home, but I keep hearing about having to re-apply sealants every so often. I’m worried that this is going to be expensive and time-consuming. Why does natural stone need a sealant, and what are the facts about upkeep? Why Sealing Natural Stone Is Necessary In short, all
One of the most exciting parts of choosing a new stone for your kitchen or bathroom countertops is deciding on the color. From soft, pale marbles to bright, multi-hued granite speckles and swirls, the options can be overwhelming. How do you know which color would look best in your space no matter how trends change?
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