How are natural stones made?
I believe this is a very important question to answer in order to understand better and be able to appreciate natural stones.
Natural stones are formed through millions of years, under certain circumstances like heat (in combination with slow or quick cooling), pressure, chemical processes or accumulation of sediments. These formulations happen mostly below earth’s surface.
There are three main categories of rocks based on how they were formed
• Metamorphic rocks have been modified by heat, pressure, and chemical processes.
• Sedimentary rocks are formed by the accumulation of sediments.
• Igneous rocks are formed from the solidification of molten rock material.
Below you can find some of the most well known rocks of each of the three categories along with some specific examples.
Metamorphic: Marble, Slate, Quarzite
Volakas, a Greek dolomitic marble with grey veins
Dionisos, a Greek white marble with subtle veins
Thassos Venato, a Greek white marble with small crystals
Nestos beige, a Greek marble with a mesmerizing pattern
Azul Macaubas Quartzite
Sedimentary: Limestone, Travertine, Onyx
Moca Wood limestone
Crema limestone
Terra Coral limestone is Kallimarmaron’s own quarry
Yellow travertine
Silver travertine
Golden travertine
Ivory onyx
Igneous: Granite, Basalt
Rosa Porriño granite
Angola black granite
I hope this was helpful!
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