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What are the tightest grout joints I can get with natural stone tiles?

February 6th, 2009

That will usually depend on the tile. Marble, granite and limestone tiles are usually cut from blocks and then turned into tiles on a tile saw. If produced by a good tile factory, these tiles will have a size variance that will allow for a 1/16″ grout joint. Imported slate, and other stones, such as […]

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Can your stone be installed on the interior and exterior of a home?

February 6th, 2009

Yes. Our material is natural stone and is sound enough to handle extreme frost/thaw conditions of the exterior and light enough to be designed into interior plans.

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Can my granite fountain stay outside year-round?

February 6th, 2009

Absolutely! Traditionally stone monuments in Europe and North America were made from marble and granite. Granite is much harder and can withstand centuries of weathering. Granite does not need to be covered or sealed outside but sealing it will provide stain resistance and will further enhance its weather-resistant properties. Marbles, as well as manufactured or […]

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Can granite be repaired?

February 6th, 2009

While it is difficult to permanently repair granite, it is also very difficult to damage it. However, if some damage does occur, using a mix of color-matched stone epoxy and ground-up chips of granite, the stone can usually be repaired.                               […]

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Caring For Your Natural Stone

February 6th, 2009

Caring For Your Stone Installation The natural stone your have purchased for your home or office is an investment that will give you many years of beautiful services. Stone is a natural product and simple care and maintenance will keep it looking beautiful. You will find a large selection of high-quality “stone-safe” cleaners and sealers […]

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View Our Latest Stone Design Portfolio

January 15th, 2009

Carved Stone Creations – Stone Design Portfolio Complete Presentation Transcript: Slide 2: Carved Stone Creations | 1 “Stone is our passion” Inside and out, set your project apart with the timeless elegance, beauty and sophistication of natural stone. Specializing in custom architectural stone and bronze, we pride ourselves in creating the most unique and extraordinary […]

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5 Steps to Designing a Unique Stone Fireplace Surround

November 26th, 2008

A timeless stone fireplace surround is the pride of any beautifully adorned great room. Perfect to enjoy and cuddle up with your partner during those notoriously bitter Minnesota and Wisconsin winters. You yearn to relax, and melt away the evening chills in the glow of your own custom stone fireplace. Visit our Fireplace Gallery for some […]

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Outdoor Natural Stone Fountain Care

November 20th, 2008

Good fountain care really doesn’t take more than a few hours every few months to keep your water feature looking good and running properly for years. When you first get your water fountain, it may take a few days to get used to the way it runs. Depending on the humidity and the size of […]

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Granite Estate Fountains in Winter

November 11th, 2008

We allow our large estate outdoor water fountains to run late into the year… …because we can. Of course, each of our stone fountains is hand-crafted from solid blocks of granite, the most durable natural material available. The following video was taken on Nov. 10th outside our previous Wisconsin design center. As a  true test […]

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