Types of Stones Natural stones are classified according to their mineral content and the process 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 actually different. Good stones are characterized by durability, hardness, strength, amenability to dressing, appearance, weight, fineness of grain, compactness, porosity and absorption. In order to be suitable as building stones, a rock should have specific qualities such as capacity 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 extensive deposits 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 rock beds. 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 be polished 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 the nomenclature. 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 and commercial 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

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 the Greek 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 marble specifications 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 may slit 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

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 recrystallization or 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 penetrated into the stone and created new crystalline formations with various colors. Granite The term "Granite" is derived from the Latin word "Granum" meaning "grain" because of its 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 takes heavy 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 additive of 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 water-absorbent, non-slip and non-porous.
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Rainforest Brown Marble

Code : SMB001

Rainforest Green Marble

Code : SMB003

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 brown marble. Request a Quote

Designing of nature is truly resplendent and incomparable. Wildlife beauty of mesmerizing bidasar green or rainforest green marble is the true testimony of it. Request a Quote

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Fortune Pink Marble

Code : SMB005

Golden Flower Marble

Code : SMB007

Ita Gold Marble

Code : SMB009

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. Request a Quote

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. Request a Quote

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. Request a Quote

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.

Types Random Slabs - 1.8 cm, 2 cm and 3 cm thick Polished Tiles - Cut-to-size 2 cm and 3 cm thick Polished Inline Counter tops Polished Island Counter tops Polished Chamfered Calibrated Tiles Cut-to-size Tiles - 2 cm and 3 cm thick Polished, Calibrated & Beveled Tiles

Standard Dimensions 86" x 24" & 86" x 26" 12" x 12 ", 12" x 24", 16" x 16" & 18" x 18" 26" x 84", 96", 108" 48" x 84", 96" 12" x 12" x 3/8" & 12" x 24" x 1/2" 30 x 30 cm, 40 x 40 cm, 60 x 60 cm, 60 x 30 cm, 60 x 40 cm 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. Here is a list of our collection of sandstone that are available in stock with us.
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Agra Red Sandstone

Code : SSS001

Dholpur Pink Sandstone

Code : SSS003

Resistant to rough weather conditions, this red sandstone with natural cleft finish is largely used for making garden furniture, fountains, statues, etc. Request a Quote

Indispensable stone for exterior decor, Dholpur pink sandstone finds application in pillars, fireplaces, planters & other garden decorative items. Request a Quote

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Teak Sandstone
Code : SSS005

Mint Sandstone
Code : SSS007

Fossil Sandstone
Code : SSS009

Featuring brown veins all over the surface, teak sandstone is used for fireplaces, pillars & numerous things and lend them a rugged wood appearance. Request a Quote

Extremely used to enhance the appeal of gardens in form of diverse stone artifacts, mint sandstone captures the eyes of everyone immediately.

Portraying the images like dead plants and animals, fossil sandstone, available in variegated light shades is superb to beautify wall, floors, etc. & impart the desired decor. Request a Quote Request a Quote

Next Page 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 Standard Thickness (mm) Standard Dimension (cm) Both Faces Natural One face natural, one face calibrated/Sawn Polished 12 mm ( 1.5mm) 30 x 30 cm 60 x 30 cm 40 x 40 cm

10-20 mm 30 x 30 cm 60 x 30 cm 40 x 40 cm

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 Thick Cut 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

Snow White Sandstone

Code : SSS012

Best in all temperatures, this charming modak sandstone, available in light hues and fine finishes doesn't require any white washing and paint.

Ideal to be used for high traffic places such as footpaths, flyovers, canals, etc., this snow white sandstone imparts a sumptuous look to the ambiance. Request a Quote Request a Quote

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Lalitpur Grey Sandstone

Code : SSS014

Autumn Brown Sandstone

Code : SSS016

Panther Sandstone
Code : SSS018

Lalitpur grey sandstone, having incomparable quality and perfect finish, is widely used for crafting fireplaces, pavements, statues, sculptures, etc. Request a Quote

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.

Adding an extra flavor to interior decoration, this finely polished panther sandstone, having natural cleft and smooth finish is ultimate in quality & designs. Request a Quote Request a Quote