Natural Stone Blog

Challenges in Natural Limestone and How to Overcome Them

March 9, 2020

Limestone is a beautiful natural stone that is produced when sediment in the sea is pressurized; this durable stone can be…

Creating a Small, Dream Kitchen for a Busy Lifestyle

January 28, 2020

We recently had the opportunity to meet with Amy Zolin of Clarity Home Interiors to take a look at a…

Design Challenges: A Transitional Interior

January 28, 2020

As a designer, your clients trust you to create spaces that suit their unique tastes and lifestyles. These days, we…

Planning to Build an Outdoor Fireplace with A Pizza Oven Out of Natural Stone? Here’s What You Need to Know!

October 29, 2019

Has a client recently reached out to you for help with an outdoor fireplace or kitchen project? If so, and if…

Reasons to use ThinStone™

October 29, 2019

At Connecticut Stone, we’ve always taken pride in our quality product offerings—from our gorgeous granite and quartz slabs to our…

ThinStone™ Applications and Installation: Fireplaces and More

October 29, 2019

 When your clients are looking to achieve the look and feel of a natural stone wall at a reasonable…

How to Avoid Fireplace Failures

October 21, 2019

Inside any fireplace is a firebox—the location where the actual fire blazes. A firebox must be able to withstand high…

Using Your Gas Fire Pit: What You Need to Know

October 21, 2019

Today’s homeowners seem to be just as focused on outdoor entertaining as they are indoor entertaining. Expansive and elaborate decks, patios, and…

Four Types of Fire Pits to Consider for Your Next Project

October 21, 2019

Fire pits are an excellent addition to many outdoor entertaining spaces, providing a cozy spot for people to gather even…

Transform Your Kitchen with a Natural Stone Kitchen Backsplash

September 6, 2019

Whether your client is looking to remodel their entire kitchen completely or simply wants to make a few cost-effective changes,…

Why (And How) You Can Combine Mosaic and Porcelain Tile

September 6, 2019

Both mosaic and porcelain tiles are popular options among homeowners, especially in kitchen and bathroom remodeling projects. However, the potential…

Custom Natural Stone Blending for Interior Design

September 6, 2019

Today’s residential stone clients are looking to truly differentiate their living spaces and make them a reflection of their unique…