Start with the application
Compare the actual material, finish, thickness, dimensions, maintenance expectations, and fabrication requirements for the intended use.
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Begin With the Material Family
Natural stone is formed by geological processes, and every slab carries its own pattern, color range, texture, and variation. Marble, quartzite, granite, onyx, limestone, travertine, and soapstone each bring a different combination of appearance and material characteristics.
Review the full slab
A sample or photograph cannot show the complete range of movement and variation. Full-slab review is especially important for natural stone.