There is a misconception that natural stone is expensive, but this is not always the case. Often it is less expensive than manmade alternatives. The cost will depend on your design goals.
Wood recommends designing natural stone to the standard sizes and dimensions that it is produced to if budget is a concern. Custom work takes more time to produce, causing project costs to increase.
“In some cases, natural stone can be less expensive than concrete products for paving or veneer applications,” says Wood. “Then there are various cuts of natural stone that can be more affordable than alternative products as well.”
Many operations offer smaller scale options made from production remnants that are less expensive and demonstrate the industry’s commitment to green and sustainable production methods.
Natural stone has time on its side. Unlike other products that might deteriorate over time, the natural stone can’t be beaten when it comes to comparing long term performance, maintenance, and reusability.
by Megy Karydes
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