Stone Guide
Your Guide to Stone Types
From engineered quartz to natural granite, every stone has its own character, strengths, and ideal applications. Understanding the differences helps you choose the perfect surface for your project.
Quartz
Engineered stone combining natural quartz minerals with resin. Non-porous, stain-resistant, and available in hundreds of colours.
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Granite
Natural igneous rock quarried worldwide. Extremely hard, heat-resistant, and unique — no two slabs are identical.
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Marble
Metamorphic natural stone prized for its dramatic veining and timeless elegance. Softer than granite, requires sealing.
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Sintered Stone
Ultra-compact surface created by simulating natural stone formation under extreme heat and pressure. Virtually indestructible.
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Porcelain / Ceramic
Large-format porcelain and ceramic slabs offering exceptional durability, UV resistance, and design versatility in ultra-thin profiles.
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Quartzite
Natural metamorphic stone harder than granite. Known for its sparkling crystalline appearance and exceptional durability.
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Onyx
A rare, translucent natural stone with dramatic veining. Its unique ability to be backlit makes it the ultimate luxury feature surface.
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Slate
Fine-grained natural stone with a distinctive layered texture. Naturally heat-resistant, durable, and full of rugged, authentic character.
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