A frequent query we receive at Stone Initiatives relates to “What are the properties of good building stones?” While there is no one-size-fits-all answer to this question, there are a number of considerations and guides that specifiers, architects, designers and…
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Which Stone Where? A Beginner’s Guide to Material Selection
Want to make a more informed decision when selecting stone for your next project? You can do so by better understanding the material's basic properties. Start with this beginner's guide to material selection, looking at sandstone, granite, limestone, travertine, marble,…
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Travertine: Back to Basics
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?…