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Here you can find interesting articles about natural stone, the technology involved in fabricating, and tips on designing and caring about your countertops. Keep checking back as we're constantly expanding our knowledge database.

Design

Using natural stone for interior decoration can be a very gratifying experience. The articles in this section will help you understand what can be done using natural stone, and show you various tips on how to design with natural stone in mind.

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Articles from this category:

Bring a little luxury into your home	2006-04-24
Choosing the kitchen layout	2006-04-23
Advantages of Granite	2006-05-23
Granite - aesthetic statement in your kitchen	2006-05-23
Stone Names	2006-05-23
What is the best countertop for your kitchen?	2006-05-30
Countertop Edges	2006-05-30
Granite Applications	2006-05-30
Marble Applications	2006-05-30
Selecting the Right Color	2006-05-30
Stone, naturally	2006-07-24
Bring a little luxury into your home – get floored (and more) by natural stone	2006-07-24
Counter-question – what’s the best counter top for your kitchen?	2006-07-24
A natural symphony in stone	2006-07-24
Natural stone or synthetic?	2006-07-24

Installation and Care Related

Traditional fabrication machines are getting rejuvenated by the computer revolution. Various bridge saws, milling and routing machines are CNC-controlled and run by CAD/CAM programs. Many projects are becoming more intricate with the availability of computer-assisted design and manufacturing.

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Articles from this category:

Stone Outside	2006-04-14
Granite countertop installation	2006-05-23
Granite and Marble Fabrication Process	2006-05-30
Maintenance of Natural Stone	2006-05-30
Sealers and Preservation	2006-05-30
Study shows granite very cleanable	2006-06-08
Caring for marble part 1	2006-07-24

History of Granite and Marble

From the beginning of mankind, stone was always used in our homes for its strength, durability and natural look. This phenomenon continues today, as granite and marble are widely available for home use.

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Articles from this category:

History of Natural Stone Applications	2006-04-19
Types of natural stone	2006-05-23
Natural stone – durable yet aesthetic through millennia	2006-07-24
Natural stones pave Industry’s path to success	2006-07-24