The use of stone in interior and exterior applications is
widely gaining popularity all over the world. Be it commercial building or
private houses, owners prefer the use of stones to enhance the beauty of the
building. Apart from domestic and corporate use the stone is liberally used in
the buildings where the architecture plays a key role in the business like
heritage hotels, restaurants and showrooms.
Here are 4 major reasons of the growing popularity of stones
in construction of buildings:
Exquisite Visual
Appeal
The stone can be employed in variety of interior and
exterior applications. The Jalli, pillars or panels made of stone have a
distinct air of vintage that add to the overall visual impression of your
building. Besides, the modern architects and interior designers have
extensively experimented with various types of stones to be used in interior as
well as exterior applications. Hence the material that was already famous for
its strength is now also used for its designer value.
Negligible Maintenance
Not only does it offer a unique, eye caressing look to the
entire building but also require negligible maintenance and care. They do not
get smudged or stained easily. Due to its characteristics the stone’s surface
provides a sufficient protection.
Onetime Expense
One of the best advantages of employing stones in your
interior and exteriors is that it requires onetime expense. Its long lasting
nature eliminates all worries and you just need to pay a single time expense of
stone, fixing material and labor charge.
Durability
Unlike paint or vitrified tiles that have a life of 2-3
years, stone is a long lasting material that will maintain its charm through
decades. Besides, unlike vitrified tiles the stone does not show apparent
effects of ageing. Its rugged surface does not catch the dust easily or
apparently shows the effects of the same.
Stone Cladding
The dry cladding of stone provides a complete protection against
stone falling off over a periods of time. The change in temperature causes
stone to contract and expand that also affects its grip. As the stones grip is
weakened the water, sand and moisture start seeping into the cement joints and
ultimately it falls off the wall. It can be extremely detrimental and can
result in fatal accident especially if the stone is clad on building façade.
The Stone Can Remain
Intact For Long
Most of the historical buildings have employed an extensive
use of stone and have been standing intact through the centuries. Besides, the
walls of old forts were almost entirely made of stones. Not only did they
provide an efficient protection from the intruders during that time but till
today these walls and forts are unaffected by the extremities of weather and
effects of time. That strengthens the stone’s position as a durable building
material.
Due to its dynamic nature and rugged characteristics the
stone is widely used in domestic as well as commercial buildings. The recent
trend in the architecture and interior designing further highlights the importance of stone.
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