Reasons To Use Natural Stone

We don't often pay much attention to stone and probably only associate it with decorative buildings. But stone has many uses and has been used for centuries because as a resource it is very versatile. Below are reasons to use natural stone in your building projects whether they are big or small.

It stands out as quality

Natural stone is a natural product whose properties are determined by the type and bonding of the minerals comprising the natural stone. It stands out among all building materials. Components of natural stone are unique in that they can be combined with each other and with any other materials.

It’s ecological
As a building material natural stone is found in nature in a virtually finished form. It doesn't need to be manufactured and the only energy consumed when quarrying and processing. Even then this is a small amount when compared to other building materials. The stone is extracted mostly from relatively small quarries without major blasting operations. There's no wastage either as the unused stone waste can be used directly for filling in the parts of the quarry where stone has been extracted or for other practical uses.

It's compatible with the environment

Natural stone contains no pollutants that are damaging to health and can be safely used in food areas. In addition, it’s incombustible as a building material. Natural stone doesn't release substances that are hazardous to health in case of fire. Finally, it doesn’t require auxiliary chemical substances such as protective coatings before it can be used as a building material.

It’s varied

Unlike other building materials, natural stone comes in many different colors and structures. Architects have a broad spectrum of choice with natural stone, which allows many desired appearances. It’s often chosen by developers for its good visual and technical qualities. Available in a variety of different colors, structures and textures, natural stone delivers a range of effects.

It ages well

Unlike many building materials, which can become unsightly over the years, natural stone retains its natural beauty. In fact, natural stone gains elegance with advancing years. Natural stone can also be cleaned easily and inexpensively. The lifetime of natural stone is extremely long. William Thompson & Son point out that with the right planning and construction, buildings of natural stone can survive for hundreds of years.

It is fairly priced

When you think of the durability of natural stone, it is no more expensive than comparable building materials. The investment costs are offset by its longevity and long term maintenance costs. Cleaning and maintenance of natural stone doesn't cost much at all.

Need Stone? Contact us today

At William Thompson & Son, we supply a range of natural stone products, from gabion stone in Dumbarton excavated within our quarry, to a variety of recycled crushed stone products which are suitable for use as backfill and hardcore. Each stone product we provide is available in a size of your choice, making us the only quarry you need for stone in Glasgow or Lanarkshire. For all your queries email us on info@thompsonquarries.co.uk or call 01389 762271.