Beauty
Natural stone is quarried in several places around the world, each location yielding different characteristics. Quartz, sandstone, slate, limestone, and ledge stone are some examples of natural stone that Global Natural Stone works with. Colours, shades, and textures vary depending on the source and mineralization. Patterns and striations between any two pieces are never identical and their natural variation only enhances their beauty. Thin veneer stone never fades in colour as a result of environmental factors like sun and extreme temperatures.
Uniqueness
Stones like sandstone and limestone are created from fossils, water, heat, and from being under continuous pressure. The rock formation is a result of the chemical changes that take place over time. Imperfections like veining and pitting are simply natural occurrences that add substantially to the natural beauty of the veneer.
Durability
Stone is stone and virtually nothing can outlast it. Note that while most of the structure of old buildings deteriorate or burn down, what remains is usually only the stone fireplace. Real stone veneer possesses all the durability of whole stone.
Ease-of-Application
When real stone is cut into more uniform, thin pieces, the natural strength remains. However, application is far easier than attempting to cut real stone on-site. The savings derived from eliminating the transport, waste, foundation, iron angler for weight and labour is substantial and the results are amazing.
Space Savings
Real stone veneer is cut into easy-to-apply one to two-inch units. As a result, the stone ads very little to the thickness of the wall making it perfect for smaller rooms, spaces, and narrow walkways.