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Tag: back to basics

01Jul

Granite: The Versatile Stone

Posted by mrymnnon July 1, 2020July 30, 2021in Technical articles

What is granite, what makes it so versatile and how can we choose a good-quality stone? Article: Jim Mann Take a moment to look around and you are most likely to find granite. Inside you may find it on the…

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01Jul

Travertine: Back to Basics

Posted by mrymnnon July 1, 2020July 30, 2021in Technical articles

Travertine is often associated with the Colosseum in Rome and its history of use over thousands of years. Now, this unique stone type has made a comeback. But what is it? Article: Jim Mann How does Travertine differ from Limestone?…

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01Jul
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Limestone: Back to Basics

Posted by mrymnnon July 1, 2020July 30, 2021in Technical articles1 Comment

Here we explore what limestone is, what makes it so versatile and how to choose a good-quality stone. Article: Jim Mann Limestone's popularity is partly due to its subtle tonality and broad palette of neutral greys and browns. The versatile…

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01Jul

Marble: Back to Basics

Posted by mrymnnon July 1, 2020July 30, 2021in Technical articles

Marble has been synonymous with prestige and elegance for thousands of years and Australia is now witnessing a resurgence in its use, both inside and out. The subtle colours and delicate figuring allow marble to be used as a minimalist…

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16Jun

Basalt: The Warping Issue

Posted by mrymnnon June 16, 2020July 30, 2021in Technical articles

The popularity of basalt has spread Australia-wide. With this popularity has come a wide range of imported stone types, some of which tend to curl or warp upon installation. Read on to understand the warping phenomenon. Article: Jim Mann If…

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16Jun

Onyx: Back to Basics

Posted by mrymnnon June 16, 2020July 30, 2021in Technical articles

"Wow!" is what people want to hear after installing onyx. It can be used to add a sense of mystery, set the mood or make a statement. It is indeed a special stone in that it makes people stop and…

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