tgorse | January 12, 2010
A sedimentary rock formed from calcareous remains of plants and
animals or precipitated from solution. It is natural calcium
carbonate (CaCO3) and will yield lime when heated. Does not show much
graining or crystalline structure. It has a smooth granular surface.
Varies in hardness. Some dense limestones can be polished. Color
tones are typically neutral.
TYPICAL USES
Used for flooring, walls, [...]
tgorse | January 9, 2010
A porous, durable sedimentary rock composed of cemented sand-sized
grains, predominantly quartz. Usually formed in light brown or red
colors. Categorized by the most popular sandstone bonding agents such
as silica, calcium, clay, and iron oxide.
TYPICAL USES
Used for flooring, countertops, showers, and vertical surfaces.
Suitable for interior or exterior use, both residentially and
commercially. Available in various sizes.
tgorse | January 5, 2010
A fine-grained metamorphic rock formed from shale by regional
metamorphism. It is harder, more lustrous than shale and when split,
yields approximately plane surfaces.
TYPICAL USES
Used for countertops, flooring, showers, and vertical surfaces.
Suitable for interior or exterior use, both residentially and
commercially. Available in various sizes, including slab.
tgorse | December 29, 2009
A light-colored, compact form of calcium carbonate (CaCO3) formed
from several cycles of sedimentation in limestone caves. It contains
holes that were formed from decomposing vegetation within the layers
of sediment, and from sulphurous gases rising to the top of the
limestone mud in the form of boiling bubbles.
TYPICAL USES
Used for flooring, vanities, showers, and vertical surfaces.
Suitable for interior [...]
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, [...]
