For a number of solid, natural reasons.
Natural stone is strong and stable to live with. It exudes a rich, organic, beautiful surface and has a confident, timeless “presence” in any room. Go ahead -- rub your hand across any natural stone product. Can you feel the eons of time it took to produce this natural wonder of Mother Earth?
It’s a fact. The formative process for natural stone began millions of years ago, deep beneath the surface of the earth. A combination of heat and pressure created blocks of natural stone, including granite, marble, travertine, limestone, and slate.
From ancient monuments like the pyramids in Egypt and the majestic Greek and Roman temples, to the great civilizations of India and China, natural stone has been an important part of architecture throughout history. It is the world’s oldest building material -- imagine its beauty and elegance in your new home or remodeling project.
How old? In 2500 B.C., in Egypt, the first structure to be made entirely of natural stone, was constructed using huge blocks of granite and limestone. During that time, natural stone was considered too opulent for average homes and was found only in temples, palaces, government buildings, or in the homes of the very wealthy.
Today, natural stone quarries are found in many countries throughout the world such as Italy, China, Spain, India, Canada, Mexico and also here in the United States. Recent advances in the stone industry’s equipment technology have greatly impacted the process of extracting stone from the quarry and installing it in a home. Maybe your home.
Indeed, nothing compares to the beauty of natural stone, and nothing can create pride quicker than when you walk into your home with a natural stone floor. Count on “oohs and ahs” from your friends and neighbors, too. And while it is typically more expensive than artificial materials, natural stone will virtually always increase your home’s resale value. That’s another important consideration when shopping.
Today, there is a large selection of natural stone to choose from for any style of design: from classic to modern. Contact us - and we will show you open you the door to the beautiful world of fantastic nature creation - NATURAL STONE.
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