How Real Estate Developers Choose Natural Stone for Large Projects
Selecting natural stone for real estate development is not merely a choice of a particular colour and texture. For developers, there are performance, consistency, availability, cost and suitability considerations involved in choosing stone. At large volumes, a little inconsistency can affect the whole development project. But how do experienced developers approach stone selection? 1. They Start with Application Requirements The first question is not “What stone looks great?” It is: “For what application?” Each application imposes certain requirements on performance of the material. Developers may need stone for: Exterior walls and elevations Wall cladding made of natural stone Entrance zones and lobbies Driveways and walkways Landscaping Poolside Steps and outdoor areas High-traffic commercial areas For example , a stone that is suitable for decorative wall cladding may not be a great fit for a heavy traffic floor. The application defines the technical requirements. 2. Technica...