The diversity of using natural stone is immeasurable from a royal palace to a shopping mall. Building with natural stone is not new; man has known for thousands of years that there is nothing that gives a building the substance and quality that natural stone provides.

However, the cladding of facades with natural stone is not that old and now with the many technical developments the problem of cost has shrunk, ensuring that the use of natural stone will continue far into the future.

Apart from its beauty natural stone has many advantages over other materials for example regarding wear and tear, energy efficiency and maintenance. When these qualities are taken into account it really does make economical sense to use natural stone.

There are many considerations to be made when selecting  a natural stone  from the vast amount of material available. Under the heading "testing and consultancy" you will find the help you need.