Author name: Daniel Suryono

Scoria is a porous volcanic rock with a rough, irregular surface. Red scoria brings warm tones to garden beds and borders, while black scoria creates contrast against light paving. Compare the samples beside the plants and paving you plan to use. Choose the particle size A finer grade gives small planters and narrow borders a

A close-up shows the stone’s texture. A finished wall shows how the colours, joints and shadows work together. Look at both before choosing cladding for a façade, entrance or interior feature wall. Compare the materials Limestone can bring warm, light tones to a wall. Compare a smooth sample with a split-face sample to see the

Cobblestone samples tell you more when you lay several pieces together. You can see how the colours blend, how even the joints look and how the surface texture changes across the pattern. Start with the layout For a straight border, compare pieces with consistent dimensions and edges. For a more irregular pattern, lay out a

Grape agate is a collectible mineral specimen with rounded clusters that resemble a bunch of grapes. Each piece has its own colour, shape and cluster size. What to check in the photos Start with a full view to see the overall shape. Then look at a close-up for cluster detail and a side view to

A full mosaic sheet shows how the pieces fit together and how much grout will be visible. Compare the materials Marble shows veining, Green Sukabumi brings green and grey tones, and pebble mosaics come in rounded and sliced styles. Confirm the mosaic and backing for the intended application. Request a quote Send the application, pattern

Pumice is a lightweight, porous volcanic rock used in denim stonewashing, horticulture, landscaping and filtration. The right grade depends on how you plan to use it. Available size grades A2Z supplies Indonesian pumice in five grades: 1–3 mm, 3–6 mm, 6–10 mm, 10–20 mm and 30–50 mm. For denim stonewashing, trial a sample with your

Petrified wood can retain the grain and growth patterns of the original tree. Colour, grain and shape vary by piece. Choosing a piece For a tabletop, check the grain, edge and dimensions. For a sink, ask for a top view showing the bowl and drain. For a large slab or bathtub, confirm weight and packed

Lava rock and lava pebbles give garden beds, borders and planters different textures. A side-by-side sample makes it easier to choose the shape and size that suit your project. Choose by shape and size Lava rock has rough, irregular edges that create a more textured surface. Lava pebbles have rounded outlines that give borders and

The finish changes how limestone looks and feels. Compare the six A2Z samples side by side. Six finishes to compare Honed is smooth and matte. Sawn retains cutting marks. Split Face has uneven relief. Etched shows fine lines. Hammered has small indentations and Brushed has softer texture. Request a quote Compare samples under project lighting.

A river stone sink keeps the rounded outline of the original stone. Each basin has its own shape, colour and texture. What to check before ordering Ask for front, top and side photos of the same basin. Confirm its width, depth, height, bowl depth and drain position. Check that the tap clears the rim and

Start with the shape and size of the tub, then compare the stone. Compare the four materials River stone has a naturally rounded exterior. Marble shows veining, onyx can show distinct bands, and petrified wood can retain fossil grain. For petrified wood, confirm whether the model is solid or laminated mosaic. Request a quote Ask

Green Sukabumi has natural green and grey tones that vary from tile to tile. Compare several samples side by side, both dry and wet. Sawn or honed? A sawn finish retains visible cutting marks, while a honed finish has a smoother appearance. Confirm which finish is suitable for each pool area, especially steps and shallow