Marble & 5 Facts Nobody Will Tell You

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Here at TrendStone we can tell you all about Quartz and reconstituted stone. We still have our fair share of natural stone product available and can tell you anything you need to know, but Victoria Stone Gallery have let out 5 facts nobody will tell you about Marble. They have made some very interesting points in there that we wouldn’t have thought about ourselves!

Marble & 5 Facts Nobody Will Tell You

Marble gets a bad reputation these days. People are shying away, choosing manmade stone, quartzites or granites. While this is all well and good (and often recommended!), it is important to remember that marble has long been the leading stone when it comes to durability and beauty. Varieties of marbles have been used for eternity and well and truly stood up to the test of time. Natural stone is not a perfect product, but the options are pretty damn good!.

Stone Benchtop Factors to Consider

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Check out this infographic we found from Victoria Stone Gallery on what stone benchtop factors to consider. TrendStone Quartz feature on it, see how we come out amongst other types of stone.

Stone Benchtop Factors to Consider – Victoria Stone Gallery

There are a few important things to factor in in terms of practicality, your lifestyle, budget and of course the look that you’re going for in your kitchen. But don’t let that daunt you – there’s an option for everyone. We’ve put together a quick glance at what stone benchtop factors we think might help when considering your choices.

Alternatives To Marble – An Infographic

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Alternatives To Marble | Victoria Stone Gallery – Infographic

As the consumer becomes more educated, many are aware of the stresses of having marble in the home can bring. When caution is exercised, sealers are applied and care is taken, marble can last many lifetimes. In today’s busy world, that isn’t always achievable.

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Quartz Slabs Just Got Bigger | Trendstone XL

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Quartz Slabs Just Got Bigger | Trendstone XL – Victoria Stone Gallery

It is rare to get any sort of slab past the 3-metre long mark. Long slabs are desirable in many cases, as smaller slabs have limits on what you can do. With Trendstone XL, there is less wastage, less labour required and turn around time faster.

The Kitchen Starts With the Countertop

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The Kitchen Starts With the Countertop – Victoria Stone Gallery

In a well-designed kitchen, prep space is key. The countertop often stands out simply because it covers so much space, especially as the kitchen becomes a primary living area, and islands become the norm. “Designers are working with homeowners to make sure the workspace is visually appealing.

A Blue Marble Must ‘Sea’!

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A Blue Marble Must ‘Sea’, Chile’s Natural Stone Beauty

With coloured stone on trend, and on our minds, we were in absolute awe coming across this natural stone beauty. Blue marble with hints of green, border these stunning caves in Chile. The next place to add to your bucket list: Patagonia, Chile.

Kitchen Benchtop Renovations – How To and Why

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Benchtop and Kitchen Renovation? How To and Why

The kitchen can be a make-or-break room for potential buyers, so if yours is looking a little worse for wear and you plan to sell in the near future, a renovation might be a smart move. But which upgrades will make you a profit? Benchtop? Cabinets?

Marble Trends 2018- Revival of the Nineties

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Check out this post from our friends across the ditch!

2018 Coloured Marble Trends – Victoria Stone Gallery

With the minimalist look becoming outdated, we predict a resurgence of the nineties in natural stone slabs. Expect to see a return of coloured slabs of greens, pinks and browns. Taking a turn in looks, plain cabinetry is now being complemented with statement bench-tops.

Stone Gallery Opens In Melbourne’s Dandenong South

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Victoria Stone Gallery.

Our friends at Victoria Stone Gallery may be new to the area, but are certainly not new to the block. VSG are wholesale slab suppliers bringing to Melbourne a selection of some of the most beautiful natural stone. The team come from a background in stone, having been internationally immersed in the industry for fifteen years and counting.

Trendstone Quartz Comes To Victoria.

Here at Trendstone, we are proud to announce that VSG are the Victorian distributor of both Trendstone Quartz product lines. They are specialising in the recently unveiled marble-look range, which includes Calacatta inspired colours.

The Australian stone market is also excited about the arrival of Trendstone XL, the famous jumbo quartz slabs (3.4 x 1.9). The large size mean that you can have a 3.4 m long island top without any joins. Joins are minimised in general, production time is decreased so costs are saved for everyone involved. Trendstone XL are currently the biggest quartz slabs in Australasia. 

Online Collection.

Browse through the Victoria Stone Gallery online catalogue, whether you’re on the hunt for the perfect stone for your home or business, or just seeking inspiration. Their current stock is regularly updated online, so you can see for yourself the ever-growing selection of marble, quartzite, granite and travertine. 

Appointments can be arranged by email or phone to view the gallery. After admiring the showroom, the team will show you through the warehouse to help you find the right look for your project whether you’re renovating your kitchen benchtop, splash-back or office fit out. The space has been cleverly curated in a gallery style so a slab from each bundle is easily viewed at your leisure.

Victoria Stone Gallery have opened their doors to share their advice and project knowledge. From architectural design and selection, to post-installation, aftercare and maintenance, Victoria Stone Gallery have you covered.

We can’t wait to cross the ditch to check it out for ourselves!

Zaha Hadid x CITCO “Valle” Black Granite Shelf

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Granite is not limited to flat surfaces such as countertops, it can be used for all sorts. We found this awesome post showcasing a shelf designed by legendary architect Zaha Hadid.

After linking for last year’s brilliant sculptural “Tau” vase series, the late architectural mastermind Dame Zaha Mohammad Hadid and Italian stone specialists CITCO partnered once again for a collaborative project that carries on the Iraqi-born British architect’s legacy with a special furniture piece. Fashioned entirely from granito nero assoluto (or fine black granite), the “Valle” shelving system is the fruits of Dame Hadid’s brilliant eye for design coupled with CITCO’s high quality stones. The piece is made up of four separate shelves that can be mounted as unified configurations as well as stand-alone pieces, each featuring the stone’s naturally striking pitch-black color that offers a sense of solidity to the design’s fluid shapes. The “Valle” shelf is one of Dame Hadid’s last projects before her untimely passing last month, and is currently on display at the Salone del Mobile in Milan.

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Check out the article here – http://hypebeast.com/2016/4/zaha-hadid-citco-valle-black-granite-shelf