The Benefits of Using Natural Stone

The Benefits of Using Natural Stone

There are many benefits to using natural stone, including but not limited to; Durability, Versatility, Uniqueness, Easy Maintenance, is Environmentally Friendly and its thermal and noise insulation.

Durability

Natural stone is one of the most durable building material we can use today, no wonder it was used in the construction of The Great Pyramids!. Granite especially is known for its hardness and doesn’t fade with time. Most stone is difficult to scratch, and when mortared in doesn’t shift or warp unlike other building materials.

Versatility

Natural Stone comes in many different colors, hues, textures, shapes and sizes, making it very versatile when used in construction. Since it can be shaped without losing any texture or colour, it can be used in virtually any project. You can always find a stone to match the project, whether contemporary, modern, or any style!

Uniqueness

No two pieces of stone are the same. That means when building a wall or floor out of stone, every individual piece varies slightly in pattern, texture and colour. This has clear advantages in overall beauty over materials made with a mold where every piece is the same.

Easy Maintenance

Natural Stone is very easy to maintain when compared to other products. Because of its strength it can be pressure washed to remove dirt buildup in the outdoors. It can be sealed to protect from fading and staining but not all stone needs to be. Granite, for example, doesn’t fade with time.

Environmentally Friendly

The sourcing, extraction and processing of natural stone has minimal impact on the environment; making it a green solution for you building needs. Stone is found naturally, and modern extraction methods are efficient and minimize environmental impact. Also, Natural Stone can be recycled, and repurposed at any time!

Thermal and Noise Insulation

Being a solid stone material, Natural Stone is an excellent insulator of sound and heat. When used in the construction of a wall, the natural texture, as well as staggering techniques, can absorb most frequencies of sound.