Natural Stone Buying Guides

A step by step guide to order natural stone from India: stone, size, lot photos, FOB or CIF terms, packing and documents.

Polished, honed, leather, flamed and other granite finishes explained, with the best finish for kitchens, floors and outdoor areas.

Sandstone vs limestone for outdoor paving: surface, grip, colours, water absorption and when each stone is the better choice.

Common Kota stone sizes and thickness, from 600 x 600 mm tiles to random slabs, plus finishes and what to send for an accurate price.