9 Unique Places to Use Natural Stone in Your Home
You may be used to seeing natural stone used in bathrooms or the kitchen, but there are many other unique places to utilize beautiful natural stone in your home. If you want to bring personality and elegance to your space, then check out our list of unique places to incorporate natural stone into your home.
1. Fireplace
Using natural stone for your hearth or to vertically frame your fireplace is a great way to turn an average living room into a show-stopping space. We love porcelain around the fireplace because it’s heatproof, comes in nearly endless color and design options, is lightweight, and is extremely durable.
2. Coasters
A stylish and unique way to protect your table is by using coasters made out of your favorite natural stone. There are multiple shapes you can choose from, including classic circle, square and octagonal coasters. The best part about natural stone coasters is that each piece will be slightly different and add style to the living room table.
When looking for which natural stones to use, consider marble, limestone, granite, and sandstone as a starting point. The price range for natural stone coasters depends on the stone you choose. There are multiple options that are both budget-friendly and stylish.
3. Planters
Natural stone planters both inside and out of the home can bring a nice pop of style to your space. Consider a marble planter for small succulents in the living room or bedroom. Other materials that would look great for an inside planter include granite and quartzite.
Outside planters made of natural stone will add texture and an eye-catching element to your outside garden. They’re also extremely durable and will last many seasons.
4. Desk
It is typical to see a desk that uses wood or glass as its main feature. Choosing a desk made out of a natural stone will bring a captivating element to your space. Additionally, natural stone is very durable, which means you can enjoy your unique piece of furniture for a long while to come.
Add some pizzazz and elegance to your home office by using a natural stone like granite and marble. When using a natural stone desk, we recommend using coasters for drinks and placemats for your computer, keyboard, and notepads to prevent scratching or staining the surface.
5. Cutting boards
Natural stone makes a durable and beautiful cutting board. Materials like porcelain and quartz have an extremely low porosity, which means that they resist bacteria and are highly sanitary. The bacterial resistance is an advantage compared with a traditional wood cutting board that naturally absorbs materials placed on it.
Natural stone is very hard and durable, so one downside is that it can dull your knives quickly. If you prefer not to sharpen your knives often, you can use your natural stone cutting board as an aesthetic, decorative accent or serving tray instead.
6. Trays
A serving tray made out of natural stone is an easy way to add a nice pop of color or pattern to your home. As we mentioned with cutting boards, these serving trays will be naturally bacteria resistant.
It could also be a great statement piece on a coffee table. You can change out candles and other decor seasonally to keep it fresh. Some stones to consider are sandstone, limestone, and marble.
7. Coffee or Dining Table
Have you ever considered creating a custom coffee or dining table with a natural stone top? Each slab of natural stone has a distinct pattern and color, so no other home in the world will have a table like yours.
We’ve created some truly special pieces with our clients, so if you have a custom project in mind, get in touch with us today!
8. Folding Table
Just because you’re doing a chore like laundry doesn’t mean that your space has to be drab. If you’re interested in spicing up your laundry room, consider upgrading to a beautiful natural stone surface. Moisture-resistant options like quartz and porcelain are affordable, beautiful upgrades that are also practical.
With a new countertop, you may even find yourself hunting down dirty laundry just so you can spend time in your favorite new space.
9. Windowsills
Do you have some stone left over from a kitchen or bathroom renovation? Consider using it for the windowsill in a bay window. You can create a sense of cohesion between the different rooms in your home, and give your window a chic treatment.
Where Will You Use Natural Stone?
The options for using natural stone around your home are nearly endless. If your home has a space that’s begging for an upgrade, meet with one of our designers to start creating your custom natural stone project today.