Natural stone is a wonderfully versatile material for both the interior and exterior of your home. Doubtless you’ve heard the latest craze of outdoor kitchens and natural stone walkways—which we love—but what can natural stone bring into your home? Don’t limit your imagination to simply countertops—though we love those, too—natural stone is also great for kitchen floors, fireplaces, wall installations, and even tubs and showers. Natural minerals come in a wide array of colors and finishes, which makes them suitable for any room. It’s also a sustainable, long-term solution for your home: it lasts forever and is a wise ecological decision. Now, you know that there are all kinds of different stones, each with their own properties that make them more suitable for specific applications, so let’s talk about which four natural stones are best for interior design.
What is the Right Stone for Your Project?
Limestone
The first entry in our list is limestone. Limestone is a versatile stone—it enhances the look of your room while creating a timeless aesthetic. Pure limestone is an off-white color, but the stone is also available in an array of colors which include cream, grey, black, and even blue. This in addition to its low level of maintenance makes limestone just one of many natural stones that can elevate your space.
Granite
The second stone we want to talk about is granite. Granite is a result of volcanic eruptions, and that mix of chemicals results in a wide spectrum of natural colors and textures. In fact, granite is so distinctive that, from an interior design perspective, it runs the risk of overwhelming the room if not properly planned in the context of the space. But when granite is purposefully paired with walls and furniture, the beautiful textures embedded in the stone are amplified, bringing a remarkable presence into the room.
Marble
You probably expected this entry, and for good reason. Marble is a luxurious stone, with every cut bringing unique veins, patterns, and colors: no two installations are exactly alike. This translates to elegance and value. Additionally, marble is scratch resistant and ages gracefully. There is a level of care involved with marble, but when the stone is maintained, the stone’s quality and luxuriousness is readily apparent to anyone fortunate to lay eyes on it.
Onyx
Since the Bronze Age, Onyx has traditionally found its application in jewelry-making and the Egyptians used onyx to craft bowls and other pottery pieces. So, perhaps this is a surprising entry on a list about natural stone in interior design. When you see some of the results, though, it’s easy to see why onyx is a hot trend in interior design. See, onyx can be cut very thin, it resists heat well, and its varied pattern creates a cloudlike effect. All three qualities make onyx a great complement to a surprising partner—LED lights. Pairing these two creates incredible patters, stunning color combinations, and otherworldly textures.
These are just four of the many natural stones which are wonderful for your next interior design project. Every stone has its specific qualities and colors which make them more suitable for specific applications and uses—potentially rendering stone shopping an intimidating process. This is exactly why the Z Stone team takes the time to visit your project site to help you decide which stone is best for the project. To begin that process, get in touch today.
