tgorse | January 2, 2010
How is the stone cut?
The huge blocks of stone are excavated from the earth and hauled to
manufacturing locations where they are cut by a series of large saws.
They are then polished and shipped by boat.
How much does a slab weigh?
It depends on the thickness. At 13 pounds per square foot, the
average 2cm slab weighs 600-700 [...]
tgorse | December 26, 2009
A common mineral, silicon dioxide (SIO2), usually colorless or
white, although it may be colored by impurities. It has a vitreous
luster, conchoidal fracture, and a hardness of 7 on the MOH Scale.
There are several varieties of quartz, including rock crystal,
amethyst, chalcedony, and agate.
TYPICAL USES
Used for countertops, flooring, showers, and vertical surfaces.
Suitable for interior or exterior use, [...]
