All About Pebbles!

Pebbles and Stones

Raw, exotic beauty is one way to describe the many pebble stone patterns now available.  Select, attractive stones  are sourced from places like the planes of Tibet to the islands of Australia, not to mention Indonesia and  Asia, to name just a few. These have become one of the latest, largest and premiere trends that won’t be going anywhere anytime soon.Because stones are a “natural element” no two will ever be the same in appearance or size. All sorts of shapes are available from rounded to square, sliced to random.  Many look like river rocks softly rounded by mother- nature over time.  It really does give one the most comforting feeling to be able to bring the outdoors in, especially with all the different textures you can achieve.

Some companies even go as far as to individually hand sort their stones to create a higher quality product.  The stones are hand placed on a mesh backing. Some artisans even make superior quality interlocking patterns, which ensure a truly seamless visual blend.  This type of sheet mosaic is also a great alternative for a custom shower floor. It’s not only easy to install but also follows the line of the pitch, which is exactly what you want for adequate drainage. Another advantage is that you will have less grout and we know everyone likes that idea!

Unique dramatic designs can make a statement on any indoor or outdoor application.  The scale of the pebble mosaics will coordinate nicely with the large format tiles now commonly used. You can achieve a spa like feeling either underfoot or by creating a waterfall effect on the wall.  The designs, colors and size options are practically endless.

So next time you’re ready to do a renovation or when designing a new home, be sure to take a look at these beautiful, green, natural choices that are used around the world.