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Types of Stones
Natural stones are classified according to their mineral content and theprocess of their formation. Most of these minerals can be identified by their
color, hardness and crystal formation. However, a wide array of minerals
are often difficult to identify. Many stones look similar to each other, but are actuallydifferent. Good stones are characterized by durability, hardness, strength, amenability todressing, appearance, weight, fineness of grain, compactness, porosity and absorption.
In order to be suitable as building stones, a rock should have specific qualities such ascapacity to stand the ravages of time and weather, requisite strength to bear strain and
super-incumbent weight, attractive colour and general appearance. Its structure must also
be such as to allow quarrying into good sized blocks or planes. India possesses extensivedeposits of different kinds of building and monumental stones. It is one of the few major
countries known for the production and export of natural building stones of various
colours. The most important building stones in India are the granites/and allied rocks,
sandstone, limestone, slate and marble. The different types of stones are:I. Sedimentary Stones
These stones came from organic elements such as glaciers, rivers, oceans, and plants.
Tiny sedimentary pieces broke off form these elements and accumulated to form rockbeds. They were bonded through millions of years of heat and pressure. Major types of
sedimentary stones are:
Limestone
Mainly consisting of calcite, it does not show much graining or crystalline structure. It
has a smooth granular surface and varies in hardness. Some dense limestone can bepolished and is more likely to stain than marble. Common colors are black, grey, white,
yellow or brown. Limestone is known to contain lime from sea water, and that's why thenomenclature.
Sandstone
Sandstone is a sedimentary stone that is typically the result of quartzite stone being
eroded and redeposited by either wind or water. Sandstone mostly consists of quartz,silica, iron oxide and calcium carbonate and are durable, weather, acid and thermal
resistant and have crushing strength. Sandstones are most highly craftable and
manageable, they can at most take a honed polish, and are used as garden andcommercial landscapes, exterior wall claddings, panels, pillars, sculptures, arches,etc.
They come in an array of colors & shades and can be chiseled and dressed to a smooth
surface in various attractive shapes.
Soapstone
It is a very soft stone made of a variety of talc. It is a dense mineral that wears well and is
often resistant to oxide.
Travertine
Usually it has a cream or reddish color and is formed through the accumulation of calcite
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from hot springs. It contains lots of holes that were formed from water flowing through
the stone. These holes are often filled with synthetic resins or cements and requires lots of
maintenance if the holes are not filled.
II. Metamorphic Stones
These stones originates as a result of natural change from one type of stone to another
type by the mixed action of heat, pressure and minerals. The change may be a
development of a crystalline formation, a texture change, or a color change.
Marble
The term "Marble" is derived from the Latin word "Marmar" which itself comes from theGreek root "Marmarous" meaning thereby a shining stone. Marble is a metamorphic rock
resulting from the re-crystallization of limestone softened from heat and pressure. Main
constituents are calcium and dolomite. Hardness ranges from 2.5 to 5 on the MOH scale.
Marble is usually heavily veined and shows lots of grains. Dimensional marblespecifications include smooth textures, ease in crafting sculptures, hence highly
manageable. It is a reasonably strong and durable stone. It takes good polish, popularly
used as wall claddings, floors, skirtings, table tops, treads and risers, sculptures, artifacts,etc. Marble is classified into three categories:
a. Dolomite: If it has more than 40% magnesium carbonate.
b. Magnesium: If it has between 5% and 40% magnesium.c. Calcite: If it has less than 5% magnesium carbonate.
Slate
Slate is a very fine grained metamorphic rock derived from the sedimentary rock 'shale'.Slate is composed mostly of mica, chlorite and quartz. Characteristically, the rock mayslit into relatively thinner slabs and can break easily. Some slates take very good polish,
are extremely beautiful and more cost effective than most other wall and floor coverings.
Slate has a fine to medium grained surface texture. It renders a very graceful, natural
finish to any building or home.
Serpentine
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It is identified by its marks, which look like the skin of a serpent. Hardness rates from 2.5
to 4 on the MOH scale and most popular colors are green and brown. Contains lots of
magnesium, and has an igneous origin. It does not always react well to recrystallizationor diamond polishing.
III. Igneous Stones
These rocks are mainly formed through volcanic material such as magma. Underneath the
earth's surface, liquid magma cooled and solidified. Mineral gases and liquids penetratedinto the stone and created new crystalline formations with various colors.
Granite
The term "Granite" is derived from the Latin word "Granum" meaning "grain" because ofits granular nature. Granite is an Igneous Stone, primarily made of Quartz(35%),
Feldspar(45%) & Potassium. Dimensional granite specifications include high load
bearing capacity, amenability to cutting without secondary flaws, ability to yield thin and
large slabs and - above all - durability. Granite is a very strong and durable stone. It takesheavy gloss polish, popularly used as architectural stone for interior and exterior walls,
floors and monumental stone.
IV. Man Made Stones
These stones are derived from unnatural mixtures such resin or cement with the additiveof stone chips.
Terrazzo
Marble and granite chips embedded in a cement composition.
Agglomerates or Conglomerates
Marble chips embedded in a colored resin composition.
Cultured or Faux Marble
It is a mix of resins that are painted or mixed with a paint to look like marble.
Marble
Amongst all the natural building stones, marble stone occupies a unique position. We supply this natural
stone that is not only known for its beauty, but is also known for its durability and resistance ability to water
and grease. Our quality marble stone is available as marble slabs, marble tiles and marble blocks in
stylish patterns and colors and available at a competitive price range. Marble is a stone which is tough, non
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Rainforest Brown Marble
Code : SMB001
Wall and floor of your villa
will lead you into the lap of
nature even in metropolitan
city, if they are graced with
this captivating bidasar
brown or rainforest brownmarble.
Rainforest Green Marble
Code : SMB003
Designing of nature is truly
resplendent and
incomparable. Wildlife
beauty of mesmerizing
bidasar green or rainforest
green marble is the truetestimony of it.
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Fortune Pink Marble
Code : SMB005
Impeccable finish and long
lasting polish are the
crowning glory of this
fortune pink marble, that
look fabulous in interior as
well as exterior of any home
or office.
Golden Flower Marble
Code : SMB007
The striking beauty of a
golden flower is freezed
naturally yet artistically in
the stony splendor that is
the manifest in this golden
flower marble.
Ita Gold Marble
Code : SMB009
Embellish your floors, steps,
walls, counter tops and other
items with this ita gold
marble, that look eye
popping with many shades
and nice glossy polish.
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Standard Specifications
It is available in different forms such as marble blocks, marble slabs, marble tiles, countertops, cut-to-size
tiles and more. Available finishes are polished, honed, sawn (rough), sand blasted, bush hammered,
flamed.
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Types Standard Dimensions
Random Slabs - 1.8 cm, 2 cm and 3 cm thick 86" x 24" & 86" x 26"
Polished Tiles - Cut-to-size 2 cm and 3 cm
thick12" x 12 ", 12" x 24", 16" x 16" & 18" x 18"
Polished Inline Counter tops 26" x 84", 96", 108"
Polished Island Counter tops 48" x 84", 96"
Polished Chamfered Calibrated Tiles 12" x 12" x 3/8" & 12" x 24" x 1/2"
Cut-to-size Tiles - 2 cm and 3 cm thick30 x 30 cm, 40 x 40 cm, 60 x 60 cm, 60 x 30
cm, 60 x 40 cm
Polished, Calibrated & Beveled Tiles 30.5 x 30.5 x 1 cm & 61.0 x 30.5 x 1 cm
We can also provide other sizes and specifications as per customer requirements. Every stone is unique in
its characteristics and properties and hence variation should be expected. The given sizes and thickness
are an approximation only and the different pieces may vary in color, tone, marking and texture.
Applications
Marble stone has gained wide popularity in construction requirements as a building stone. It is used for
various applications such as wall-cladding, roofing, flooring and all other interior & exterior applications,
which depends upon the imagination of an architect.
Types of Sandstone | Sandstone Applications
Sandstone
We supply high quality natural sandstone tiles & slabs that are resistant to weathering. This is the factor
that makes our sandstone a common building and paving material. We deal in both - hard and the friable
sandstone. We offer an exclusive range of sandstone for paving, roofing, flooring, paneling, beams, etc.
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Agra Red Sandstone
Code : SSS001
Resistant to rough weather
conditions, this red
sandstone with natural cleft
finish is largely used for
making garden furniture,fountains, statues, etc.
Dholpur Pink Sandstone
Code : SSS003
Indispensable stone for
exterior decor, Dholpur pink
sandstone finds application
in pillars, fireplaces, planters
& other garden decorative
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Teak Sandstone
Code : SSS005
Featuring brown veins all
over the surface, teak
sandstone is used for
fireplaces, pillars &
numerous things and lend
them a rugged wood
appearance.
Mint Sandstone
Code : SSS007
Extremely used to enhance
the appeal of gardens in
form of diverse stone
artifacts, mint sandstone
captures the eyes of
everyone immediately.
Fossil Sandstone
Code : SSS009
Portraying the images like
dead plants and animals,
fossil sandstone, available in
variegated light shades is
superb to beautify wall,
floors, etc. & impart the
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Standard Specifications
Sandstone is available in different forms such as natural sandstone tiles, sandstone flooring tiles,
sandstone slabs, sandstone blocks, sandstone cut to size, sandstone random slabs, sandstone
pavements, sandstone flags. The available finishes are natural, calibrated, honed, polished, flamed.
Chisel Splitting : Depends on the type of stone
Finishes Offered Both Faces Natural One face natural, one facecalibrated/Sawn Polished
Standard
Thickness (mm)10-20 mm 12 mm ( 1.5mm)
Standard
Dimension (cm)
30 x 30 cm
60 x 30 cm
40 x 40 cm
30 x 30 cm
60 x 30 cm
40 x 40 cm
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60 x 40 cm
60 x 40 cm
60 x 60 cm
75 x 60 cm
90 x 60 cm
120 x 60 cm
Random Slabs 1.8 -2 cm and 2.8 - 3 cm ThickCut to size tiles 1.8 - 2 cm and 2.8 - 3 cm Thick
We can also supply sandstone in various other sizes and specifications to fulfill individual specific
requirements. Each stone is unique in its characteristics and properties and hence variation must be
expected. The given sizes and thickness are an approximation only and the stone pieces may vary in color,
tone, marking and texture.
Applications
Sandstone is used for both domestic as well as commercial requirements. It is widely used in construction
of buildings as a building stone. The architectural properties of sandstone has made it ideal for clad walls
and floors and equally churn out an enamoring range of handcrafted artifacts like garden ornaments,
sculptures and other decorative items.
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Modak Sandstone
Code : SSS010
Best in all temperatures, this
charming modak sandstone,
available in light hues and
fine finishes doesn't require
any white washing and
paint.
Snow White Sandstone
Code : SSS012
Ideal to be used for high
traffic places such as
footpaths, flyovers, canals,
etc., this snow white
sandstone imparts a
sumptuous look to the
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Lalitpur Grey Sandstone
Code : SSS014
Lalitpur grey sandstone,
having incomparable quality
and perfect finish, is widely
used for crafting fireplaces,
pavements, statues,
sculptures, etc.
Autumn Brown Sandstone
Code : SSS016
Eye catching brown, green
and grey colors of these
autumn brown sandstone
pieces are the miracle of
nature and are ready to
adorn the decor elegantly.
Panther Sandstone
Code : SSS018
Adding an extra flavor to
interior decoration, this
finely polished panther
sandstone, having natural
cleft and smooth finish is
ultimate in quality &designs.
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