Red Sandstone Exterior Cladding NASA Johnson Space Center Building 21, Houston, TX Reminiscent of an Southwestern Desert skyline, Red Sandstone can be found all over the world in desert and dry areas. Colored by Iron oxide, Red Sandstone has a neutral warm red color. Red sandstone makes for great exterior cladding due to […]
Stone Names and Their Meanings
Generally speaking, most stone quarries, companies, and factories use the generic name of the stone. The stone’s name can tell a lot about the stone. The most popular stones have a two word name and it is usually in Italian. The first word in the name usually means the color or texture and the second […]
StonePly Translucent Stone Panels
StonePly translucent amber alabaster columns make a great addition to hotel and casino lobbies. StonePly stone panels are cut to form a wall column.Using a poly-carbonate backing laminated to the alabaster allows the column to be back-lit, showing off its beautiful texture and natural pattern.There are a variety of different applications that showcase the elegance […]
Defects Found In Stone
There are several types of defects found in stone. These defects can sometimes effect the stone aesthetically, strength, and porosity. Below is a table of the most common defects found in natural stone. Defect Description Effect Solutions Oil Stains Greasy shapes or lines Impaired appearance of most granites Clean with approved solvents Rust Spots Rust […]
Uses
StonePly stone panels have a variety of uses including, but not limited to, elevator panels, counter tops, wall cladding, floors, water walls, fountains, and signage. StonePly with honeycomb is noncombustible and is a great option for elevator panels. With a variety of stone choices, StonePly elevator panels will bring a unique and elegant feeling to […]