Direct from the quarry

Buying stone from an importer has many advantages. Importers work directly with the quarries producing the stone products, allowing a better variety of stock, prices that are generally lower than retail outlets, and the opportunity to deal with the people who actually visit the quarries and select the pieces.

Rock Solid Imports provides a wide variety of stones from around the world, visiting the quarries to select the best pieces to import and stock in their large warehouse. The knowledgeable staff members advise clients on their selections, including the types and patterns of stones available, and selecting the most suitable stone for each application.

Found in renowned architecture all over the world, travertine is one of the most frequently used stones. What has been enjoyed for centuries in Europe is now very popular in American homes. The natural movement and individual qualities of each piece add luxury to any home.

Recently, stone has been most often used in bathrooms, but as more people see the effect it provides, they seek other uses as well. Kitchen and entry floors are good examples, as well as backsplashes, stone countertops, shower benches, bathtubs, sinks and fireplaces. Stone is also well suited to exterior uses such as cladding, driveways, pool surrounds and outdoor fireplaces.

In the company's showroom, attached to its warehouse, customers can see tubs, sinks, fireplaces and a wide variety of limestone, travertine, onyx, slate, marble and granite stone tiles. To make stone selections, Rock Solid Imports will assist their clients through the warehouse and lay the stone out to demonstrate how it will appear in their home.

Mark Warwick, owner of Rock Solid Imports, says people really enjoy the experience of selecting their stone directly from the quarry crates.

"Showing it this way makes it easy to mix together stones from different countries to create different effects. And laying it out means people know exactly what they are getting," he says.

Rock Solid Imports provides a free design service for its customers, or works with architects, interior designers and builders. The company also offers special orders, installation, materials management, and deliveries.

For more information, contact Rock Solid Imports, 980 N. DuPage Ave, Lombard, IL 60148, phone (630) 916 8141, fax (630) 916 8575. Email: info@rocksolidimports.com, or visit the website: www.rocksolidimports.com.

Story by: Trendsideas