TYPES OF STONE SURFACES

Bookmatching is a design technique in which two or more cuts of bookmatch stone are arranged so that their veins and natural patterns mirror each other. Paired together in this way, the slabs create a symmetrical pattern like an open book, hence the name. The technique is also known by other terms such as macchia aperta (Italian for “open space”), book-matching, or butterfly pattern, all of which refer to a stacking pattern that creates a visually impressive symmetrical effect.

The polished finish involves grinding the stone to a glossy, mirror-like surface. This finish enhances the natural color and patterns of the stone, giving it a luxurious appearance. Polished surfaces are often used to create a sense of opulence and elegance in both interior and exterior designs.

Honed surfaces are smooth, matte, and soft to the touch. This finish is achieved by grinding and sanding the stone to a consistent, fine-grained texture. It offers a refined and elegant appearance, perfect for creating a sophisticated and timeless ambiance in interior spaces.

This finish involves treating the stone surface with acid to create a textured, weathered appearance. It's ideal for achieving a rustic and aged look. Acid-washed surfaces often have a mottled or variegated texture that adds character to the stone panels.

The flamed finish is achieved by subjecting the stone to high temperatures, causing the surface to spall and become rough. This finish offers excellent slip resistance, making it suitable for outdoor applications like patios and pool areas. It adds a natural, textured look to the stone.

The Surface Waterjet stone is material processed using high-pressure water and abrasive particles. This process enables the creation of intricate and unique designs on the stone's surface, including reliefs, patterns, and curved lines. Surface Waterjet stone is ideal for crafting decorative elements in both interior and exterior settings, as well as for applications in artisanal and artistic design.

Sandblasted surfaces are created by using pressurized sand to abrade the stone surface. This results in a textured, matte finish that can vary in coarseness. Sandblasted finishes provide slip resistance and a unique tactile quality, making them suitable for outdoor applications while retaining an elegant appearance.

Grooved surfaces feature intentional lines or grooves carved into the stone, creating a pattern or texture. This finish adds visual interest and can be customized to create various designs, offering both aesthetics and functionality.

This technique creates charm with textured surfaces, emphasizing natural imperfections to produce a unique and character-rich surface. Ideal for those seeking a vintage style.

The surface is treated to simulate the texture of leather, creating a warm and muted effect.

A rough surface is characterized by intentionally textured and rough appearances. This enhances natural charm, providing a tactile and visually interesting finish.

The surface is treated with a bush hammer, creating a texture with small craters. Provides a natural and rough appearance.

The stone is split to create a rough texture. Often used for walls and facades.

The stone is cut perpendicular to its natural veins, creating a more uniform pattern and emphasizing internal characteristics such as textures and different shades, without highlighting distinct veins.

The stone is cut parallel to its natural veins, highlighting the vein structure and creating a more linear and elongated visual effect.

Surface Treatment for Painting is a specialized surface treatment designed to impart a modern and distinctive appearance to your project through the application of paint.

Duramica 3D Stone panels are natural stone panels with a textured surface. These panels are highly popular for natural stone cladding, as they immediately attract attention and set the mood in any interior. The surfaces of 3D panels can be given any texture: soft waves, stripes, graphic elements, or patterns, making it possible to create a limitless range of designs. Therefore, there are no design boundaries.