Why choose a natural stone floor

Choosing flooring and cladding for your home is not always easy. Most of the time we tend to exclude the use of natural stone, because it is considered a particularly fragile material and difficult to maintain.

In reality this is not the case at all! The important thing is to choose the right stone for the different uses, in this way you can use it in any environment since it is a durable and robust material – to emphasize its great ability to withstand very heavy loads – able to give any room of the house a feeling of naturalness.

Nowadays, stone cladding is becoming more and more popular for both interior and exterior surfaces. Its peculiar artistic and technical characteristics make it one of the most sought-after materials.

In this article we will take a closer look at what are the main characteristics that make this type of stone unique, but above all the reasons why you should consider using it for the floors of your rooms.

Natural stone: what it is and its characteristics

Its technical characteristics – resistance and strength – are perfectly combined with the aesthetic ones, which only a precious material like natural stone can guarantee. In fact, with this material it is possible to give shape to countless decorations and visual effects, according to the imagination of the installer and/or the client. The combinations can be many, but the result will always be the same: the uniqueness of your environment.

Types and uses of natural stone

There are several types of natural stone that are used in the building industry, which differ from each other for specific peculiarities of resistance and hardness, but all have in common an excellent aesthetic performance.

Generally the stones used for external and internal coverings are the following:

• Quartzite, a metamorphic rock;
• Marble, a metamorphic rock, mainly composed of calcium carbonate;
• Granite, of volcanic origin;
• Porfid, which results from the cooling of lava;
• Basalt, of lava origin.

Thanks to its characteristics of resistance, strength and aesthetic beauty, natural stone can really be used in different environments, without ever losing its value.

As far as interior uses are concerned, this type of stone is able to give a particular sense of elegance and natural feeling. There are so many decorative motifs that can be made with natural stone, so it is possible to customize any type of environment, so as to create combinations with the many facets of different architectural styles – from rustic architecture to more classic and modern environments.

The naturalness of this material is also synonymous with diversity, as stones can have heterogeneous colors and sizes, as well as different finishes.

On the other hand, as far as external coverings are concerned, its characteristics of hardness and compactness make natural stone perfect for paving, pathways, gazebos, for decorating gardens and for covering non-covered swimming pools. Our advice is to use an opaque stone for environments that are not very sunny.

In any case, the different types of stone are able to give a unique effect to the environments in which they are used. In this sense, the marble is most commonly used for the lining of interiors, and helps to give a feeling of classicism and sumptuousness. To give a sense of regularity and sobriety are used instead of marble cut into a small format with a variety of shapes.

5 reasons to choose natural stone

There are many reasons to choose natural stone for your floors or walls. We have decided to select 5 of them. Here are them:

Resists temperature variations

The right natural stone can perfectly handle changes in climate, such as humidity and high temperatures. For this reason, natural stone is ideal for bathrooms and exteriors.

We will advise you on the most suitable stone for your needs.

Few scratches

This type of stone is very difficult to mark. However, in case of damage, it can be easily and quickly repaired, thanks to the existence of resins and waxes specially created for this material and the possibility to re-sand it.

Versatility of use

Natural stone can be used for both outdoor and indoor environments. In this way it is possible to use a single material, perhaps playing with the finishes between interior and exterior, maintaining a homogeneity of color and material.

Uniqueness

Every natural stone is unique! The shades of color and veining are always different. In this way every single slab is unique and special.

Customizable

Natural stone can have different finishes, which can be perfectly adapted to different styles of decor and the personal tastes of the owner.

In short, this type of stone will make every detail even more precious, accompanying you over the years thanks to its strength.

Making your rooms unique has never been so easy!

In the furnishing of a house the floor – especially a marble floor – takes on a fundamental importance. It represents, in fact, the business card of a home that is respected, as well as giving practicality and functionality to the environment. 

In particular, a marble floor is able to give every room of the house that extra touch that can make the difference. The same term Màrmaros, in ancient Greek means “shining stone”. Marble is in fact a metamorphic stone that has the ability to reflect light in various ways, resulting translucent and clear. Since ancient times, there have been many methods used to extract marble from quarries and enjoy this beautiful material. 

However, choosing which shade of marble to use in your floors is not easy, especially considering that the various furnishings will necessarily have to follow the environment created by this precious material. 

In this guide you will find everything you need to know about how to decorate the floor of your home with marble, making your spaces truly unique.

Marble flooring: quality and beauty of a natural stone

Marble is considered one of the most valuable stones in the world, mainly because there are many varieties, from the most classic to the rarest. Its eternal beauty comes mainly from its color – which most often also determines its degree of value – but also from the arrangement and quantity of veining, as well as the degree of compactness of the surface. 

In interior design projects, the beauty of marble and natural stone are unique and unparalleled: wall and floor coverings made of marble for interiors are really able to masterfully adapt to the different styles of the house, always giving a unique and timeless elegance to any type of environment. Among the advantages of choosing marble, therefore, is its majesty and its being so gorgeous in its natural state.

Contrary to what you may think, marble is impact and scratch resistant and if treated with waterproofing products it is not so porous as to retain stains.

As we have already mentioned, the use of marble must absolutely be accompanied by a decor that is in line with its peculiarities. In fact, there are various finishes and colors, so that the appearance of the house can change considerably, and therefore also the furniture.

How to furnish home with a marble floor?

Furnishing home with marble means creating a classy and elegant environment. 

In general, black marble – or in any case dark – is ideal for furnishing large spaces, especially those in classical or baroque style. Even modern homes with large windows or designer mirrors, enriched by lots of natural light and light-colored furnishings, can show off a dark marble floor. 

White marble, on the other hand, fits very well in more contemporary homes, especially when combined with innovative materials such as steel or glass, which give the entire environment shine. In this case, modern marble floors are the ideal solution.

If you want a home a little more eccentric, the shades and veining can be the protagonists, with even very strong colors for a more pop style.

In the living room

In its different shades of white, marble perfectly matches a living room with large windows and innovative and contemporary elements. On the other hand, in a living room with a marble floor on the beige shade, classic furniture in dark wood is perfect. 

If you prefer a marble with shades of green and red, modern style furniture and decorations are suitable.

In any case, marble itself is a fundamental element of furniture, so if it is black or white and basically uniform, you can choose a minimalist style of furniture, thus letting the floor become the protagonist of the living room. 

In the bathroom 

Classic and elegant, marble is one of the most used materials for the interior of a contemporary or luxury bathroom. 

White marble turns out to be very versatile, and in the bathroom it can be thought of both for wall and floor coverings. In fact, it can be the basic element of any type of design, from minimal to Nordic.

You could also opt for a black and white combination, creating in this way optical illusions that thanks to minimalism are able to make your bathroom seem larger.

For an elegant and more refined touch, an excellent solution is to choose warm shades of antique pink for some furnishing accessories, opting for a type of white marble enriched with golden veins. 

In the bedroom 

If you have decided to use marble also for your bedroom, to avoid a cold effect of the environment, the advice is to choose warm colors not only for the floor, but also for the furniture and upholstery.  

Remember that white marble, fits perfectly with the most modern styles, black or dark marble is indicated in very spacious and well-lit rooms – the ideal decor is traditional and classic -, while a beige marble or warm tones go perfectly with pastel colored upholstery, wood and floral patterns – perfect for your bedroom. 

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MGS Italy: from today even more by your side

Our passion for our work knows no bounds: this is why we have decided to expand our communication channels, to offer you a service that truly meets all your needs.

MGS: Your trusted partner for natural stone projects

Choosing trusted partners who operate in the marble sector is not easy. We know how important it is for your projects to rely on professionals in the sector who are able to inform you about every characteristic of the materials, who are at your side during the design process and who respond to all your requests and needs. 

Our clientele is heterogeneous: we deal with private, contract, builders, architects, interior designers. We start from your needs and peculiarities and we carve out our services, satisfying the most varied requests thanks to consolidated partnerships, bravely crossing the limit of the standards offered by the natural stone market.

In close contact with our customers there is the whole segment of those who are dedicated to the realization of architectural projects and interior design, but we also have a segment of private individuals strongly characterized to be luxury and high spending capacity. 

But now we want to go further and offer even more to all our customers. 

A new online communication

For this reason we at MGS Italy have decided to increase our online presence, providing all our customers – and not only – with all the information they need at any time. It was therefore absolutely necessary to take a small big step forward and towards you and your needs. 

What you will find is a site where you can first of all access a blog section, full of content on the world of marble and luxury, to stay up to date on the latest news in the industry. We will also delve into case studies, highlighting the solutions that the team of MGS Italy has been able to offer to its customers. 

To be even closer to you we have renewed our communication on social networks. You will be able to find news, curiosities about the raw materials we deal with and many other contents, which inspire your projects and offer new points of view. 

Interacting with us has never been so easy! 

Our mission is to realize more and more high-luxury projects, thanks to quality and attention to detail. To do this, it is essential to have a presence and an online communication outlined and precise:

MGS is passion for natural stone

MGS is able to follow all the relevant aspects of a project involving the use of natural stone: selection and supply of the material (blocks, slabs, cut-to-size), quality control, on-site measurement, design (thanks to the expertise of our dedicated technical department), installation, pre- and post-laying surface treatment.

Our team has made flexibility one of its strengths. MGS is in fact able to offer services tailored to each client, following all the phases of the realization of a project involving the use of natural stone. Alternatively, we can act as interlocutors only for some phases of the realization of your dreams: from the supply of the material slabs only, to the design and realization of coverings, shower trays, kitchen tops,

We take every single project to heart. For this reason we offer our customers a 360° package, from the extraction of the raw material to the development of the project together with architects and designers, up to the installation and after-sales service. 

Our way of operating is based on three key

• Offer of a vertical project;
• Access to raw material with 1600 colors available;
• Ability to offer solutions and advice from a technical point of view.

All with great care and attention to detail. No matter the size of the materials or the projects you want to carry out: it is the finishes and the most refined details that make the difference, for a project idea that manages to perfectly combine the more technical side with the design aspect and respect for the architect’s format.

New ideas, new projects, new channels in the world of natural stone

We love to experiment, combining natural stone with different materials such as wood, glass, molten metal. We are attentive to the possibilities offered by new technologies, such as the use of special paints and sophisticated LED panels for backlighting, and supports that make it possible to lighten natural stone for use on any type of

MGS is relentlessly pursuing new ideas and new high-level partnerships, in order to provide unparalleled products of the highest quality and surprising visual

All this is just a click away every day. 

Our passion and professionalism has found a new way to express itself.