The natural stone group are known for sourcing exquisite stone from around the globe. We have strong links to quarries around the world to offer only the highest quality stone. We employ international and local inspectors and go to great lengths to source truly first-class products.

You can use stone for tops, sinks, shelves walls, floors and even ceilings and furniture. Stone is one of the most versatile natural products in the world. Whether you choose marble, limestone, travertine or even a quartz composite, it can be installed in a variety of ways to create a stylish look tailored to suit anyone’s taste and budget to choose the right stone to meet your lifestyle, functional and style requirements. Our team will help you select the suitable stone for the required application.

Today, the principle advantage of natural stone in a bathroom is that it makes a bold statement of elegance and style. Aesthetically, every quarry in the world has a slightly different form of stone, this means that a floor, countertop, or wall surface made of natural stone can always have a completely unique look that is different from every other bathroom in the world. The fact that natural stone is both expensive and unique means that using marble or other natural stone in your home almost automatically improves its resale value. Estate agents will virtually always point out the presence of natural stone when selling a home, and prospective buyers always view it as a strong positive.

Generally, Granites and Quartz Composites are the most practical options as they are extremely hard with low porosity. Limestone and marble and slate will etch after contact with acidic juices and leave a dull patch, despite sealing. On a honed surface this can be re-honed and re-sealed but the same may happen again. It is important to be able to live with this aspect before committing to a purchase and to clean any spillage at the earliest opportunity. Despite this advice, we sell many limestone and marble worktops as our clients love the look and feel of natural stone and its many practical advantages.

We only supply natural stone slab, tiles and cut to size to general public, we also wholesale our products to individual retailers and chained stores. 

We recommend that all horizontal and wet internal stone surfaces are sealed using water based or oil based impregnators. This will help to give the immediate protection to the surface from staining from water and oil based liquids provided the surface is promptly cleaned. The amount of sealer to be used depends on the porosity of the stone.

However, we do not recommend that external paving in sealed as this may trap moisture which can damage the surface when it freezes and expands.

Daily maintenance and cleaning:

Certain products can be used to seal the marble to reduce its porosity. Lime-scale and greasy will make the stone dull and dirty but will not permanently stain the surface. Acid based drinks and foods will permanently etch and dull the surface of the stone. The marble may require occasional machine honing to remove acid etch damage or the surface can be covered with a special glass. This glass could be a permanent installation, or it can be placed over the surface temporally when hosting guests.  

On a daily based spray on the stone cleaning product ie. Lithofin MN Easy Clean. They are a PH neutral cleaner which will help neutralise some of the acid from the food and drinks. A dry microfiber cloth should be used to wipe down the surface.

If lime scale is building up on the stone around the taps, we recommend products such as Lithofin Power Clean mixed 1:20 to wash the area. Use a nylon pad to remove scale.

Spot clean: mixed Lithofin Power Clean 1:40 with water, apply with a sponge onto the stain and allow the solution to work for 10-15 minutes.  Use either a sponge or a nylon pad working on the stain in a circular motion and repeat this process until the stain is gone. Rinse with PH neutral product and allow to dry then buff with a microfiber cloth. 

Apply waxes polish on stone surface for protection. It is important to apply a number of coats with very thin layers as if it is applied as one thick coat it will cure with a dull smear. 

Marble can be re-polished to suit and depending on the amount of use. We would expect to carry out a polish every two to three years. 

Our team will be happy to discuss and advise your construction team on the most suitable backgrounds for walls, floors and tops. We will also advise on the floor build up if you wish to use under-floor heating. Generally speaking, in the UK, it is recommended to reinforce the wall and floor before installing the stones to prevent cracking caused by movements. 

Limestone is a sedimentary rock found in abundance around the world which has been used in construction for millennia. Limestone forms when shells, sand, and mud are deposited at the bottom of oceans and lakes and over time solidify into rock. There are many different types of limestone, varying in colour, strength and porosity, amongst other things.

Travertine is also a sedimentary rock but its characteristic holes are formed when bubbles of carbon dioxide are trapped in the formation process.

Marble forms when sedimentary limestone is heated and squeezed by natural rock-forming processes so that the grains recrystallize.

Granite is formed deep in the earth’s mantle at extremely high temperatures and is a very hard, resistant stone made of crystallised minerals.

Onyx is formed in limestone caves by drip water, as stalagmites and stalactites. It is a very soft stone, and somewhat brittle. This beautiful stone is characterised by its translucency, and can actually be backlit for striking, dramatic effects.

Normally it takes around 8-10 weeks. Sometimes depending on the availability of the stone it may be slightly quicker, around 4-6 weeks. 

Don’t worry, our friendly team will provide you suitable choices based on your brief, we will help you to choose the best suitable stone to meet your requirement and budget.

Yes. Marble is same quality from different parts of the world, it is only the popularity of certain marble and the finishing that make them costlier. Some marble have very beautiful patterns which tend to be more popular, hence the higher price. 

Marble from Italy is very popular all over the world, so they become rarer and  it is more difficult to harvest.  Now they are digging deeper for the stone. Technology has changed and the cost to get to the material has gone up. Apart from that, when polishing the marble, Italian factories tend to have better quality control system to make sure the finished stone is at its best appearance.  

Marble and other natural stones are quarried in countries all around the world. A big provider of granite used to make counter tops is Brazil. Africa is known for it's very black granites. White marbles come from Italy and Turkey. India also distributes various stones worldwide. Canada has a lot of granite mountains, a popular and abundant colour used in the counter top industry.

Quartzite is often compared to granite in terms of hardness and durability. Granite is an igneous rock known for being very hard. Quartzite, on the other hand, is a metamorphic rock composed almost entirely of quartz, one of the hardest materials on earth. Basically, quartzite comes about when quartz-rich sandstone is altered by the heat, pressure, and chemical activity of metamorphism. These conditions recrystallize the sand grains and the silica cement that binds them together, making it even harder. Both granite and quartzite are very hard, but on the Mohs scale of hardness (from 1 to 10, with 10 being hardest) quartzite has the slight edge. It measures around 7 whereas granite measures around 6 to 6.5. While quartzite is slightly harder than granite, it’s important to understand that it’s not bullet proof. Quartzite does have one particular flaw that you won’t see in granite: etching.

Since ancient times marble is associated with luxury, royalty and wealth. Now its beautiful patterns and shades are available to anyone and can be used both for indoor and outdoor tiling. Marble is a metamorphic rock that comes in different colours and can be the focal point of your bathroom with matching vanity tops or other items. As material it is quite resilient but needs some special attention since it can be scratched or stained. We strongly recommend sealing your marble bathroom tiles and avoiding treating them with chemicals.

Natural granite is a solid igneous rock that is granular in texture and comes in different shades. It is durable and long-lasting and is preferred for tiling of kitchens and bathrooms. As a material it is also quite easily maintained as it is resistant to acids found in cleansing materials. With the proper care it will hold shine and brighten the premises. A small disadvantage of this resilient natural stone is that it looks rather cold.

Granite is a great option for homeowners who have previously chosen granite slabs for their kitchen counters. Ideally, the floor tiles should be selected at the same time as the slabs for the counters for matching purposes. Granite looks great, and it also lasts for a very long time as long as it is properly maintained. Luckily for homeowners, cleaning and resealing granite can be accomplished by using a stone-safe granite cleaner and sealer. Granite looks best in gourmet kitchens.

Limestone is ideal for kitchens with a rustic or traditional style. Limestone that has been extracted from quarries in the Middle East and Northern Africa tends to have a very attractive and unique look. As limestone is very porous, it is important to choose tiles with higher density, and the protective seal must be reapplied often.

Marble may seem like an unusual choice for the kitchen, but it should be noted that it is the metamorphic result of limestone being exposed to higher igneous temperatures, which causes a process of crystallization. Marble is very durable and will look great in any kitchen. However, it requires a professional finish to make the surface less slippery.

Engineered stone surfaces are man-made from a mix of materials, most often quartz and resin. Colour can be added to the mix along with elements such as glass or mirrored chips to give a speckled appearance. These worktops come in a wide variety of shades and glossy or matt finishes, and are great for a low-maintenance, stone- effect look that's scratch-and stain-resistant. Nevertheless, it's advisable to use a chopping block to prevent chips or marks. Care must also be taken to avoid putting extremely hot cookware directly onto a quartz surface as it may scorch. It's possible to get an inconspicuous seam between two lengths of quartz but it won't be invisible.

Stone and mineral dust, acrylic, resin and pigments are just some of the elements that can make up a solid surface finish. The exact combination and proportions vary and you can choose from a huge number of colours in plain and stone-like effects. These worktops can be seamlessly moulded to create curved features and integrated sinks and joins are invisible. Avoid placing very hot pots and pans on them as they can melt, and cutting on the worktop isn't recommended as scratches will appear, although they can be repaired by a specialist.

Onyx topped bathroom units, Onyx shower units and tubs and other Onyx topped bathroom furniture/fittings can all be easily looked after and cleaned with most household cleaners – just be careful to not use something too abrasive and it is best to also not make a habit of cleaning the Onyx tops too frequently. A tip for keeping the Onyx stone looking its best is it use a cleaning product that will leave a protective gloss behind, so that there is always a layer of polish to protect the stunning shiny finish that the Onyx stone topped furniture provides.

• Marble is Very Durable
• It Can Be Used For a Variety of  Features
• Marble Is Simply Beautiful
• Enhance Your Home’s Style With Marble Features

Granite is used in buildings, bridges, paving, monuments, and many other exterior projects. Indoors, polished granite slabs and tiles are used in countertops, tile floors, stair treads and many other design elements. Granite is a prestige material, used in projects to produce impressions of elegance and quality.

Granite is typically one of the most consistently textured natural stones. Another feature of granite stone is a crystalline structure, which is considered the hardest of all natural stones. Granite’s qualities are resistant to acid etching or scratching Also fire and heat resistant. There are three finishes Flamed, Honed, Polished. Granite is virtually indestructible and so a good investment for your home.

Granite is used in buildings, bridges, paving, monuments, and many other exterior projects. Indoors, polished granite slabs and tiles are used in countertops, tile floors, stair treads and many other design elements. Granite is a prestige material, used in projects to produce impressions of elegance and quality.

Advantages for chooing Granite for countertop or flooring:

Sustainability is the mother nature of Granite;

Granite is heat resistance;

Granite is scratch resistance;

Granite have exotic options and variaty of colours to choose from;

Granite countertops are very resistant to chemicals. Acids and bases will not harm the material. 

 Granite countertops and flooring are considered to be a low maintenance.

Onyx is a form of quartz stone. It can vary in colours from white to yellow, green, red, blue, black and purple. When used as a thin 3-5mm veneer it can be used in many applications with a light to form a glowing natural surface. The translucency of this product even when not lit can convey a very strong depth making any surface it is applied to more interactive and interesting. 

Onyx is easily dyed so take caution when purchasing slabs or tiles in an “unnatural” colour. Most of this illuminated stone comes from Mexico, Arizona and Algeria. Amber onyx is a much richer red stone mined in Utah.

Onyx is becoming ever more popular within the UK homeowner market and also with property developers. It really does not come as so much of a surprise though as it really is a very good looking, or you could go as far as saying it is a stunning hard stone. The common shades being used are the golden/honey coloured Onyx and then the darker grey/black Onyx – both look great and being a member of the quartz crystal family.

As a matter of taste and feeling, different colours of onyx is chosen. All shades of Onyx stone are said to have healing properties though and apparently will help to rid you of any negative emotions you might be feeling while in their presence The Onyx topped vanity and storage units can also come fitted with a backlight which really helps to bring out the beauty of the stone and can make for a nice relaxing tone of light if one wants to soak in a warm bath and forget about the outside stresses.

Agate is a type of semi-precious stone. Despite it is mostly used in jewelry, interior designers love it too because of its pattern. It transmits the light very well and because of its dark edges looks very powerful when lit. Agate is very recognisable. Looks great on table tops of occasional tables. With their intrinsic gemstone quality, agate items offer a more glamorous and luxurious look to the home decor.

Agate balances well with various needs — for designers who want bright and big statements as well as for those who want to downplay the neutrals without dumping them altogether. In the latter cases, use of agate elements helped balance the decor with a mind-blowing focal point without being overwhelming.

The last few years have seen agate slowly creep into designers’ consciousness. And with increasing popularity of naturalist decor, it has dramatically increased in demand. Agate, with the array of amazing textures and colours that are grand and soothing at the same time, gives them amazing looks. The vivid colours of this stone match with its innate energy patterns that is said to protect and induce positivity at the same time. With more interest in Feng Shui, Vastu and naturalistic design, it is no surprise that agate is high on every designer’s list this year.

Engineered quartz, as it’s known, is made of quartz and flexible resins, a combination that has the strength of granite counters—with better impact resistance and more forgiving installation options. Colour can be added to the mix along with elements such as glass or mirrored chips to give a speckled appearance. Engineered quartz comes in a wide variety of shades and glossy or matt finishes, and are great for a low-maintenance, stone- effect look that's scratch-and stain-resistant.

Advantages of engineered quartz:

Non-Porous: An Engineered Quartz countertop is not only impervious to bacteria and germs, it is also unlikely to be stained by oil, tomatoes, coffee or any other common kitchen items.

Maintenance Free: Engineered Quartz has a durable, non-porous surface that is both scratch and abrasion-resistant, allowing it to maintain its original luster. Clean up is easily handled with soap and water, and it doesn’t require sealing.

Uniformity in Color Patterns: While color patterns present in a slab of natural stone can vary from one end to the other, they won’t fluctuate within an Engineered Quartz slab.

Wide Color Palette: This is the product’s true “Wow” factor. Engineered Quartz has a richer range of color options than can be found in Natural Stone, including bright greens, blues and yellows. Additionally, products like Mont Quartz have been custom designed to represent a wide array of contemporary designs such as marble, natural stone, solid and recycled glass patterns….even to the degree that they mimic the dramatic movement and exceptional brilliancy found in those stones.

Complete Versatility: Engineered Quartz allows for a variety of edging options, and unlike granite, it can be used on sizable vertical surfaces without the visible seams that are evident with natural stone.

Advantages of engineered quartz:

Non-Porous: An Engineered Quartz countertop is not only impervious to bacteria and germs, it is also unlikely to be stained by oil, tomatoes, coffee or any other common kitchen items.

Maintenance Free: Engineered Quartz has a durable, non-porous surface that is both scratch and abrasion-resistant, allowing it to maintain its original luster. Clean up is easily handled with soap and water, and it doesn’t require sealing.

Uniformity in Color Patterns: While color patterns present in a slab of natural stone can vary from one end to the other, they won’t fluctuate within an Engineered Quartz slab.

Wide Color Palette: This is the product’s true “Wow” factor. Engineered Quartz has a richer range of color options than can be found in Natural Stone, including bright greens, blues and yellows. Additionally, products like Mont Quartz have been custom designed to represent a wide array of contemporary designs such as marble, natural stone, solid and recycled glass patterns….even to the degree that they mimic the dramatic movement and exceptional brilliancy found in those stones.

Complete Versatility: Engineered Quartz allows for a variety of edging options, and unlike granite, it can be used on sizable vertical surfaces without the visible seams that are evident with natural stone.

Limestone is a natural, beautiful stone that has been used for thousands of years to create everything from monuments to coffee tables. Because of the credit it has gotten for creating monuments throughout history, people want to incorporate it into their own homes. 

• Limestone is very popular because:
• Limestone Has Historical Significance;
• Limestone is Resilient;
• Limestone Can Be Altered;
• Limestone is Versatile;
• Limestone Lasts Forever;
• Limestone is Timeless Beauty.

Engineered stone is a composite material made of crushed stone bound together by an adhesive, (most commonly polymer resin, with some newer versions using cement mix). This category includes engineered quartz, polymer concrete and engineered marble stone. The application of these products depends on the original stone used. For engineered marbles the most common application is indoor flooring and walls, while the quartz based product is used primarily for kitchen countertops as an alternative to laminate or granite. Engineered quartz is commonly known as 'quartz surface' or just 'quartz'. 

Engineered Quartz can be produced in either 12 mm, 20 mm or 30 mm thicknesses. The most common slab format is 3040 mm x 1440 mm for Quartz and 3050 mm x 1240 mm for Breton-based marbles, but other sizes like 3040 mm x 1650 mm are produced according to market demand.

Engineered stone is non porous, more flexible, and harder than many types of natural stone. Since it has a uniform internal structure, it does not have hidden cracks or flaws that may exist in natural stone and also has a colour/pattern consistency from slab to slab.

Marble is a relatively soft material, quartz meanwhile is a much harder material. Granite is much harder than Marble, but less hard than quartz. General speaking in the UK, when it comes to the kitchen worktop, people are more likely to choose either granite or engineered quartz, depending on personal preferences.

Quartz used to be known as engineered stone, because it’s just that—a synthetic material that’s made in a factory out of stone chips, resins, and pigments. Quartzite, by comparison, is a metamorphic rock that originated as sandstone. It's extracted from a quarry and formed into finished slabs that become kitchen countertops, as well as tiles for floors, walls, and splashbacks.

Quartzite is often compared to granite in terms of hardness and durability. It combines that toughness with the variegated patterning of marble, which makes for an alluring combination. General speaking, quartzite is the hardest stone, followed by Granite.

People often are confused between Quartz and Quartzite because of the similarities in the name. Quartz countertops are man-made even through quartz is a natural material. Quartzite countertops on the other hand are natural and they are considered to be a high end countertop material.

Quartzite is an extremely hard rock that is not water or acid-soluble. On the Mohs test that measures how hard a material is, it has been given a hardness reading of 8⁄10. This mean that it is harder than glass and can actually cut it.

In its’ purest form it’s white like marble, but can have impurities in it that lead to some incredible patterns and colors. For some people, it’s the only surface that they would ever consider due to its incredible beauty and strength.

True quartzite cannot etch with acidic food like lemons and tomato. This could be considered as a bullet proof type of worktop that can withstand more wear and tear than most other options.