When you use natural stone for your project, you are in good company.  Let's take a look at some ancient masterpieces from around the world. The Duomo in Florence, Italy The Taj Mahal in India Petra in Jordan Ancient Ruins of Anjar The Parthenon in Greece Stone is forever.  There is not a more beautiful nor a more durable choice. To learn more about the natural stone options for your home co...

When people find out I'm in the stone business I get one of two responses: 1. I love granite. It's so beautiful. I want to put new granite in my kitchen soon. or 2. I love my granite (or marble). How should I clean it? Not really exciting cocktail party talk, but nevertheless, it's something people wonder &  don't think to ask until after it's installed & the experts are gone. ...

As I write this, I am stuck inside hiding from the continuing 100+ degree temperatures.  Are you as tired of the heat as I am?  My thoughts are consumed by vacation and all I can think about is a dreamy place surrounded by water & beautiful scenery.  This would be a great place to escape to.  It's a photo from Diamond Spa in northern Tuscany Italy.  A beautiful landscape & look at all the ...