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What Causes Stone Delamination?
Natural stone is often associated with permanence, strength, and longevity. Some stone buildings have survived for centuries. So when stone begins: separating...
Are Cobblestones Suitable for Vehicle Traffic?
Are Cobblestones Suitable for Vehicle Traffic? Yes — cobblestones can absolutely be suitable for vehicle traffic. In fact, cobblestones have been used...
Crazy Paving — Why Imperfection Creates Better Design
For decades, architecture chased perfection. Perfect lines.Perfect repetition.Perfect symmetry. But increasingly, architects and designers are rediscovering something far more powerful: imperfection. And...
What Is the Ideal Thickness for Stone Cladding?
One of the most common questions asked when specifying natural stone cladding is: “What is the ideal thickness?” The answer is not...
What Makes Stone Slip Resistant
What Makes Stone Slip Resistant? Slip resistance is one of the most important — and most misunderstood — aspects of natural stone...
How to Avoid Stone Installation Failures
One of the most important things architects, builders, and homeowners must understand about natural stone is this: Natural stone is not a...
5 Ways That a Garden Project Will Lift Your Mood
The garden gives many of us an additional room to spend time in. Even the smallest courtyard can be a source of motivation...