English · Trade language
How factories and traders actually say it in English — verified surface forms ranked by market attestations. Each term links to its canonical concept and synonym landing when available.
Verified surfaces only · ranked by attestations · no prices · no supplier data
Highest real-market usage first
→ Fob Incoterm · FOB (Free On Board) is the Incoterm where the seller delivers goods on board the vessel at the named port of shipment. In stone trade it is written FOB, F.O.B., or with a port (FOB Aliağa). Risk passes once goods are on board.
→ Travertine · Travertine is a porous carbonate stone formed from mineral-rich water deposits and sold worldwide for tiles, cladding, and paving. Trade names include travertino (Spanish), traverten (Turkish), and the English travertine. Pore fill and cut direction are usually specified with the name.
→ Fob Izmir · FOB İzmir means Free On Board delivery basis at İzmir-area loading (commonly Aliağa/TRALI for stone export). Buyer takes risk and cost once goods are on board. Turkish trade shortens it to FOB İzmir or FOB Izmir on offers.
→ Verified Gross Mass · Verified Gross Mass (VGM) is the certified total weight of a packed container required under SOLAS before vessel loading. Turkish docs often short-label it VGM. Weighbridge tickets support the declaration.
→ Vein Cut · Vein cut is a block cutting orientation parallel to the stone’s veins or bedding planes. The face shows linear banding along the cut. Spanish trade says a la veta or con veta; English short forms include VC and veincut.
→ 20ft Dry Container · A 20-foot dry container (20DC / 20DV) is a closed general-purpose box used for many stone tile and cut-to-size shipments. Weight limits and packing protect finished material.
→ Tumbled Finish · Tumbled finish is a weathered look with softened edges and an aged surface, usually from tumbling or similar aging. Turkish trade often says eskitme; Spanish may say envejecido al tambor or tamboleado.
→ Shipping Booking · A shipping booking reserves vessel or container space for a stone shipment. Turkish trade shortens it to rezervasyon or rez.; English often says booking. It is logistics language before sailing.
→ Port Of Discharge · Port of discharge (POD) is where cargo is unloaded from the carrying vessel. Turkish logistics notes often say tahliye limanı. It is distinct from the final inland delivery place.
→ 20ft Dry Container · A 20-foot dry container (20DC / 20DV) is a closed general-purpose box used for many stone tile and cut-to-size shipments. Weight limits and packing protect finished material.
→ Port Of Loading · Port of loading (POL) is where cargo is loaded onto the vessel. Turkish stone export often uses Yükleme limanı; Aliağa/İzmir are frequent POLs. It appears on B/L and booking docs.
→ Dap Incoterm · DAP (Delivered At Place) means the seller delivers goods ready for unloading at the named place. In stone trade it is used when door or named-place delivery is quoted. Duties and import clearance usually remain with the buyer.
→ Tundra Grey · Tundra Grey Turkish limestone or marble variety. Attested most in Spain, Turkey, and Argentina.
→ Light Travertine · Light travertine is a commercial name for light-colored travertine selections used in tiles and cladding. Spanish trade says travertino claro; Turkish may say light traverten. Pore fill and cut are usually specified separately.
→ Slab Bundle · A slab bundle is a group of stone slabs secured together as one pack for handling and shipping. Turkish factories often say bandıl; English says bundle. Packing, not a surface finish.
→ 20ft Container · A 20-foot container is a standard dry or general-purpose shipping container used for stone export. Trade shorthand includes 20DC, 20ST, and 1x20'. Distinct from 40' units.
→ Depot Stuffing · Loading cargo into a container at a depot. In trade it also appears as depo dolum (Turkish). Attested most in Turkey.
→ Dimension Stone · Dimension stone is natural stone cut and finished to specified sizes for construction and decoration (slabs, tiles, cut-to-size). Distinct from crushed aggregate stone.
→ Travertine Tiles · Travertine tiles are modular pieces cut from travertine for floors, walls, and wet areas. Orders specify fill (open/filled), cut (vein/cross), finish, and size. Spanish: baldosas de travertino.
→ Pre Alert · A pre-alert is an advance shipment notice with documents sent before cargo arrival so the consignee can prepare clearance and delivery. Logistics communication, not a product grade.
→ Flexural Strength · Maximum bending stress stone sustains before failure. In trade it also appears as Eğilme Dayanımı (Turkish). Attested most in the US, Turkey, and the UK.
→ Cif Incoterm · CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) is the Incoterm covering cost, insurance, and freight to the named destination port. Buyers receive a landed-port price; inland delivery after POD is separate. Common on stone export offers.
→ 20ft Dry Container · A 20-foot dry container (20DC / 20DV) is a closed general-purpose box used for many stone tile and cut-to-size shipments. Weight limits and packing protect finished material.
→ Slate · Fine-grained stone splitting readily along planar cleavage. Attested most in the US and the UK.
→ Shipping Cutoff · Shipping cut-off is the deadline for cargo, containers, or documents to be accepted for a sailing. Missed cut-offs roll to the next vessel. English trade often writes cut off / cut-off.
→ Sea Waybill · A sea waybill is a non-negotiable maritime transport document used instead of a traditional bill of lading when original B/Ls are not required. Faster cargo release; not a negotiable title document.
→ Tile Size 60x60 Cm · 60×60 cm is a common square stone tile format for floors and walls. Orders specify thickness (often 1–2 cm), finish, and packing with the size. Spanish: 60x60; Turkish trade often writes 60*60.
→ Onyx · Translucent ornamental stone composed of banded calcite. Attested most in Turkey and the US.
→ White Marble · White marble is any predominantly white commercial marble sold as slabs, tiles, or cut-to-size. Buyers still specify origin, selection, and finish; the phrase alone is a color class, not a quarry brand.
→ 20ft Dry Container · A 20-foot dry container (20DC / 20DV) is a closed general-purpose box used for many stone tile and cut-to-size shipments. Weight limits and packing protect finished material.
→ Express Release · Express release lets cargo move without presenting original bills of lading, after carrier authorization. Faster than collecting originals; similar intent to telex release in many trades.
→ Raw Stone Blocks · Raw stone blocks are unprocessed quarry blocks intended for later sawing into slabs or cut-to-size. Sold by weight or block size, not by finished face area.
→ Walnut Travertine · Walnut travertine is a brown commercial travertine selection used for tiles and cladding. Color bands vary by lot; fill and cut still need ordering. Market name, not a finish code.
→ 20ft Dry Container · A 20-foot dry container (20DC / 20DV) is a closed general-purpose box used for many stone tile and cut-to-size shipments. Weight limits and packing protect finished material.
→ Shipping Cutoff · Shipping cut-off is the deadline for cargo, containers, or documents to be accepted for a sailing. Missed cut-offs roll to the next vessel. English trade often writes cut off / cut-off.
→ Telex Release · Telex release is electronic cargo release without presenting original bills of lading, authorized by the carrier after surrender instructions. Speeds delivery when originals are not needed.
→ First Choice Grade · First choice is a premium commercial selection grade with tighter color and fewer visible defects than commercial bands. Naming varies by factory; still specify finish and size.
→ Free Time · Free time is the charge-free period for containers at port or depot before demurrage or detention starts. Exceeding free time triggers storage or detention fees.
→ Bullnose Edge · A bullnose edge is a rounded edge profile on stone treads, sills, or countertops. Fabrication detail, not a face finish of the whole slab.
→ Estimated Time Of Departure · Estimated time of departure (ETD) is the planned sailing or departure date/time from the load port. Booking and cut-off planning hang off ETD. Common schedule field on shipping notes.
→ Shipping Container · A shipping container is the freight unit used to move stone cargo by sea (and multimodal legs). Common sizes are 20' and 40' dry vans; stone may also use open-top or flat-rack. Spanish: contenedor; Turkish: konteyner.
→ Vanilla Spider Marble · Vanilla Spider is a cream marble commercial name with spider-like veining, often Turkish supply. Color and selection vary by lot; finish is ordered separately.
→ Calcite · Calcite is calcium carbonate (CaCO₃), the main mineral in marble and limestone. Technical material language, not a product brand.
→ Aragonite · Aragonite is a calcium-carbonate mineral polymorph; in stone contexts it appears in technical mineralogy notes. Not a commercial slab finish or selection grade.
→ French Pattern · French pattern (Versailles pattern) is a modular mixed-size paving layout using several tile dimensions in a repeating set. Sold as pattern sets, not a material type.
→ Cargo Release · Cargo release is authorization allowing delivery or collection of cargo from terminal or carrier custody. Often needs delivery order, release, and cleared docs.
→ Vein Cut · Vein cut is a block cutting orientation parallel to the stone’s veins or bedding planes. The face shows linear banding along the cut. Spanish trade says a la veta or con veta; English short forms include VC and veincut.
→ French Pattern Set · A French pattern set is a modular multi-size tile kit that lays the Versailles/French pattern. Sold as pattern sets with defined piece mix, not a single tile size.
→ Port To Door · Port-to-door is transport from the arrival port through delivery at the consignee’s premises. Covers on-carriage after POD; customs and free time still matter.
→ Estimated Time Of Arrival · Estimated time of arrival (ETA) is the planned vessel or shipment arrival date/time. Logistics teams use it for clearance and delivery planning. Often written ETA on schedules.
→ Modulus Of Rupture · Modulus of rupture is a calculated breaking stress under bending (e.g. ASTM C99). Used in technical datasheets for structural and paving specs.
→ Carrara Marble · Carrara marble is the classic Italian white marble name tied to the Carrara district, sold as slabs and tiles worldwide. Trade forms include mármol Carrara (Spanish) and Carrara mermer (Turkish). Selection and finish still need ordering.
→ Thermogene Travertine · Thermogene travertine forms from thermal waters with deep-sourced CO₂—a geological formation class used in technical literature. Commercial orders still specify fill, cut, and finish.
→ Bl Draft · Draft version of a bill of lading. Attested most in Turkey. It is logistics language from stone shipping deals.
→ Tufa · Tufa is a porous chemical sedimentary rock from mineral-bearing water deposits. In stone trade it may be discussed alongside travertine; not a finish code.
→ Consignee · Party designated to receive shipped goods. In trade it also appears as consıgnee (English). Attested most in Turkey.
→ Thermogene Travertine · Thermogene travertine forms from thermal waters with deep-sourced CO₂—a geological formation class used in technical literature. Commercial orders still specify fill, cut, and finish.
→ Master Bill Of Lading · A master bill of lading (MBL) is issued by the ocean carrier to the contracting shipper or forwarder. Distinct from a house B/L issued by an NVOCC/forwarder. In trade it also appears as MBL (English), Master B/L (English), MBL No (English). Attested most in Turkey.
→ Sandstone · Sandstone is a sedimentary rock of cemented sand grains sold as slabs, tiles, and cladding. Trade uses it for façades and paving; finish and porosity matter for exterior use.
→ Mockup · A mockup is a full-size sample assembly used to verify appearance, joints, and installation methods before production. Common for façades and large stone projects.
→ Quarrying · Quarrying is the extraction of stone blocks from a quarry deposit before factory sawing. Turkish: ocak; Spanish: cantera extraction. Origin and block quality start here.
→ Stone Fabricator · A stone fabricator cuts and finishes natural stone into counters, cladding, and cut-to-size pieces. Trade role term; not a finish code.
→ Importer Exporter · An importer/exporter is a trading company that buys and sells stone across borders—handling compliance, logistics, and often stock programs. Member-type language in associations.
→ Meteogene Travertine · Meteogene travertine forms from meteoric water and near-surface CO₂—a geological class in technical texts. Buyers still order commercial fill, cut, and finish.
→ Oncoid · An oncoid is an irregular coated carbonate grain formed through microbial activity—technical sedimentology language. Not a commercial product grade. In trade it also appears as oncoids (English), onkolites (English). Attested most in Spain.
→ Meteogene Travertine · Meteogene travertine forms from meteoric water and near-surface CO₂—a geological class in technical texts. Buyers still order commercial fill, cut, and finish.
→ Paver · A paver is an individual outdoor paving stone or slab unit for terraces, paths, and plazas. Thickness, finish, and joint layout are specified for traffic and weather.
→ Intermodal Transport · Intermodal transport moves a shipment using multiple modes (sea, rail, truck) under coordinated handling. Stone export often pairs ocean main-leg with truck on-carriage.
→ Twenty Foot Container · A twenty-foot container is a standard ~20 ft freight container used for stone cargo. Often written 20ST, 20DC, or 1x20. Payload and packing method matter for heavy slabs.
→ House Bill Of Lading · A house bill of lading (HBL) is issued by a freight forwarder or NVOCC to the shipper. Distinct from the master B/L issued by the ocean carrier. In trade it also appears as HBL (English). Attested most in Turkey.
→ Alabaster · Fine-grained, compact, usually white or translucent gypsum variety. Attested most in Italy.
→ Associate Member · Associate member is an association membership class for firms supplying auxiliary materials, machinery, or services to the stone industry—not necessarily quarry producers.
→ Producer Quarrier · A producer/quarrier is a business that extracts and/or produces stone at the quarry and factory. Trade role term, not a finish code. In trade it also appears as Producer or Quarrier (English). Attested most in the US.
→ Contracting Installer · A contracting installer is the contractor responsible for installing stone products on site. Trade role term for projects; not a finish or selection grade. In trade it also appears as Contracting Installer (English). Attested most in the US.
→ Distributor · A distributor is a mid-channel stone seller stocking slabs or tiles for fabricators and retailers. Distinct from quarry producers and end fabricators.
→ Product Sales Agent · Agent representing and selling stone-industry products. Attested most in the US.
→ Countertop Application · Countertop application means stone used for kitchen or bathroom worktops. Thickness (often 2–3 cm), finish, and edge profile are key order fields. In trade it also appears as countertops (English). Attested most in the US and CA.
→ Premium Grade · Premium grade is a high commercial selection band above standard/commercial. Used in offers for tighter aesthetics; always pair with finish, thickness, and size.
→ 20ft Dry Container · A 20-foot dry container (20DC / 20DV) is a closed general-purpose box used for many stone tile and cut-to-size shipments. Weight limits and packing protect finished material.
→ 20ft Container · A 20-foot container is a standard dry or general-purpose shipping container used for stone export. Trade shorthand includes 20DC, 20ST, and 1x20'. Distinct from 40' units.
→ Medium Grade · Medium or mid-range commercial quality grade. Attested most in Turkey. It is a selection or quality grade buyers specify.
→ Diana Royal Stone · Diana Royal is a commercial beige marble/dolomitic stone name sold as slabs and tiles. Market name—verify lot color; finish and selection are ordered separately. In trade it also appears as Diana Royal Dolomite (English), diana royal marble (English), dianalar (Turkish). Attested most in Turkey.
→ Third Choice · Third choice is a lower commercial selection grade allowing more color variation and defects. Naming varies by factory; still specify finish and size. Attested most in LY and Spain.
→ Bill Of Quantities · A bill of quantities (BOQ) itemizes stone elements and quantities for tenders or construction take-offs. Project document language, not a factory selection grade.
→ Porphyry · Durable igneous rock commonly used for paving and ornament. Attested most in Egypt and Italy.
→ Detention Demurrage · Detention and demurrage are carrier charges for container use beyond free time—demurrage at terminal, detention outside. Stone shipments watch free time closely on heavy containers.
→ All Inclusive Freight · All-inclusive freight is a shipping rate presented as covering the main freight components in one figure. Confirm what is included (THC, docs, etc.) on the quote. In trade it also appears as All in (English), todo incluido (Spanish). Attested most in Spain and Turkey.
→ Kerf · A kerf is a narrow saw-cut groove in stone that receives an anchor or fixing device—common in cladding systems. Fabrication detail, not a face finish.
→ Nummulitic Limestone · Nummulitic limestone contains abundant nummulite fossils and is sold as a technical/commercial limestone type. Finish and thickness are ordered separately. In trade it also appears as nummulite limestone (English). Attested most in Egypt, the UK, and GR.
→ Consultant · Professional providing specialized natural-stone industry advice. Attested most in the US.
→ Exterior Stone Cladding · Exterior stone cladding is natural-stone facing installed on a building façade or exterior wall. Specs cover thickness, fixings, finish, and weather exposure. Distinct from interior wall covering.
→ Classic Light Travertine · Classic Light is a light-colored commercial travertine selection used in tiles and cladding. Factories may band it with other classic grades; pore fill and cut are specified separately.
→ Cargo Lashing · Cargo lashing is the equipment and work that secures stone cargo against movement in containers or on trailers. Safety/logistics language, not a product grade. In trade it also appears as Lashingi (English), lashings (English). Attested most in Turkey.
→ Eur1 Certificate · A preferential origin movement certificate (form type 1 for European preferential trade) supports reduced-duty treatment on eligible lanes. Stone exporters attach it with customs docs when origin rules are met.
→ Port Code Aliaga · UN/LOCODE identifying Aliağa port. In trade it also appears as TRALI (English). Attested most in Turkey.
→ Portland Stone · Durable English limestone suited to the local climate. Attested most in the UK. It is a commercial stone name used in trade.
→ Efflorescence · Efflorescence is visible crystalline salt deposit on masonry or stone surfaces from moisture transport. A defect/appearance issue managed by detailing and cleaning. In trade it also appears as çiçeklenme (Turkish), Çiçeklenme-Tuzlanma (Turkish). Attested most in the UK, Turkey, and SG.
→ Speleothem · A speleothem is a secondary mineral deposit formed in caves (stalactites, etc.). Technical geology term sometimes adjacent to travertine literature—not a slab finish. In trade it also appears as speleothems (English).
→ Facade Application · Façade application means stone used as exterior wall cladding. Specs emphasize fixings, thickness, finish, and weather performance. Use-case language, not a material brand. In trade it also appears as facade (English), Cephe uygulamari (Turkish), fachadas (Spanish). Attested most in the US, Turkey.
→ Atr Movement Certificate · An A.TR movement certificate supports preferential Turkey–EU customs circulation for eligible goods. Spanish and Turkish stone docs often short-label it ATR. Logistics paperwork, not a product grade.
→ Speleothem · A speleothem is a secondary mineral deposit formed in caves (stalactites, etc.). Technical geology term sometimes adjacent to travertine literature—not a slab finish. In trade it also appears as speleothems (English).
→ Marble Tiles · Marble tiles are modular pieces cut from marble for floors and walls. Orders specify selection, finish, thickness, and size. Spanish: baldosas de mármol. In trade it also appears as baldosas de mármol (Spanish), mármol en baldosas (Spanish). Attested most in Turkey and Spain.
→ Second Choice · Second choice is a mid commercial selection grade below first/premium bands. Factories define bands differently; confirm with photos. In trade it also appears as Calidad: Segunda (Spanish). Attested most in Spain and LY.
→ Sugar Beige · Sugar Beige is a commercial limestone/stone name with a beige sugar-like grain look. Market name—verify lot photos; finish and thickness are ordered separately.
→ Onyx Marble · Calcite onyx commercially marketed as marble. Attested most in Mexico, Italy, and JP.
→ Container Load Type · Container load type classifies a load as FCL, LCL, or similar—how cargo occupies container space. Logistics planning language.
→ Mini Pattern Set · Small modular assortment of mixed-size tiles. In trade it also appears as Mini Set (English). Attested most in Turkey.
→ Artificial Stone · Artificial stone is a manufactured substitute for natural stone used in construction or decoration. Not natural quarry material; specs differ from marble/travertine. In trade it also appears as art stone (English), piedra artificial (Spanish). Attested most in the UK and Spain.
→ Compressive Strength · Compressive strength is the maximum crushing stress stone sustains before failure, reported from standard tests. Used in structural and paving specifications.
→ Slip Resistance · Slip resistance describes how a stone surface resists pedestrian slipping—critical for wet areas and exteriors. Influenced by finish (honed, brushed, flamed, etc.).
→ 20ft Dry Container · A 20-foot dry container (20DC / 20DV) is a closed general-purpose box used for many stone tile and cut-to-size shipments. Weight limits and packing protect finished material.
→ 20ft Dry Container · A 20-foot dry container (20DC / 20DV) is a closed general-purpose box used for many stone tile and cut-to-size shipments. Weight limits and packing protect finished material.
→ Bush Hammered Finish · Bush-hammered finish is a rough, pitted stone texture made with a bush hammer or similar tooling for grip and a rustic look. Turkish trade often says mucarta or taraklama variants; Spanish says abujardado.
→ 40ft High Cube · A 40-foot high-cube (40HC) container is taller than a standard 40' box, used for volume-sensitive stone loads. Trade shorthand includes 40HC / 40' HQ.
→ Natural Stone Wall Cladding · Natural stone wall cladding is stone installed as a wall-covering finish indoors or outdoors. Specs cover thickness, fixings, jointing, and finish. Distinct from load-bearing masonry.
→ Aliaga Port · Aliağa (Aliaga) is a major Turkish stone-export port near İzmir used for container and breakbulk loadings. Orders and logistics notes may say ALİAĞA or ALIAGA. Port of loading language, not a stone type.
→ Custom Size · Custom size means nonstandard customer-specified dimensions instead of stock modules. Typical for cut-to-size projects; drawings and tolerances come with the order.
→ Shipper · Party dispatching cargo and identified on shipping documents. In trade it also appears as SHIPPER (English). Attested most in Turkey and Spain.
→ Jumbo Pattern Set · A jumbo pattern set is a large-format modular paving or tile set with multiple piece sizes. Used for French/Versailles-style layouts at larger scales.
→ Full Bullnose · A full bullnose is a fully rounded stone edge profile that curves through a half-circle. Common on pool copings, stair treads, and countertop edges where a soft radius is wanted.
→ Thin Set Mortar · Thin-set mortar is a thin cement-based adhesive bed for setting stone tiles. Installation material, not a stone product grade.
→ Tundra Stone · Tundra is a commercial natural-stone name (often grey marble/limestone look). Market name—verify lots; finish and thickness are ordered separately.
→ Swift Transfer · A SWIFT transfer is an international bank-transfer confirmation message used in payment flows. Commercial/finance language, not a stone grade.
→ 20ft Dry Container · A 20-foot dry container (20DC / 20DV) is a closed general-purpose box used for many stone tile and cut-to-size shipments. Weight limits and packing protect finished material.
→ Sea Waybill · A sea waybill is a non-negotiable maritime transport document used instead of a traditional bill of lading when original B/Ls are not required. Faster cargo release; not a negotiable title document.
→ Exterior Stone Cladding · Exterior stone cladding is natural-stone facing installed on a building façade or exterior wall. Specs cover thickness, fixings, finish, and weather exposure. Distinct from interior wall covering.
→ 20ft Open Top Container · A 20-foot open-top container has a removable roof for oversized or crane-loaded stone cargo. Used when standard dry vans cannot accept the packing method.
→ A1 Quality Grade · A1 quality is a top commercial selection label used by some factories for premium stone. Interpret against the supplier’s grade chart; not a universal standard.
→ Book Matching · Book matching arranges consecutively cut slabs so vein patterns mirror across the joint like an open book. Used for feature walls and paired panels. It is a layout method, not a surface finish.
→ Classic Mixed Travertine · Classic mixed-color or mixed-tone travertine grade. Attested most in Turkey and France.
→ Guaranteed Vessel Space · Guaranteed vessel space means booking space is secured on a sailing. Logistics confirmation language used when capacity is tight.
→ Door To Door · Door-to-door is transport from origin pickup through final delivery at the consignee’s premises. Broader than port-to-port; may bundle trucking and customs handoffs.
→ Flooring Application · Flooring application means stone used as a floor covering—tiles, pavers, or slabs. Specs emphasize thickness, finish, and slip/wear performance.
→ Volakas Marble · Greek white marble variety marketed as Volakas. Attested most in GR and Turkey. It is a commercial stone name used in trade.
→ Quartzite · Quartzite is a hard, quartz-rich metamorphic stone sold for slabs and tiles, valued for durability and a marble-like look. Not the same as engineered quartz. Finish and thickness are ordered separately.
→ Loaded On Board · Loaded on board means the container/cargo has been loaded onto the vessel—often noted on B/L dating. Shipping status language.
→ Rain Grey · Rain Grey is a commercial natural-stone color name sold as tiles and slabs. Market name—confirm lot photos; finish and thickness are ordered separately. In trade it also appears as Adria Mink (English), Bulgari Grey (English), Cacares Dark (English). Attested most in Turkey.
→ Country Classic · Country Classic is a commercial travertine color series name used in trade. Market/selection language—confirm lot photos; fill, cut, and finish still need ordering.
→ Flagstone · Flagstone is natural flat stone used for paving, flooring, or terraces, often irregular or modular. Thickness and finish depend on outdoor use. In trade it also appears as flagstones (English), natural flagstones (English). Attested most in the US and the UK.
→ Magnesian Limestone · Magnesian limestone contains significant magnesium carbonate and is sold as a technical/commercial limestone type. Finish and thickness are ordered separately. Attested most in the US.
→ Astm C880 · ASTM C880 is a standard test method for flexural strength of dimension stone. Cited on technical datasheets for structural and paving specs. In trade it also appears as ASTM C 880 (English), C 880 (English), ASTM Standard C 880 (English). Attested most in the US.
→ Bowing · Bowing is concave or convex deformation of a stone panel after installation—often from moisture or thermal effects. A defect/performance risk on façades. In trade it also appears as bükülme (bowing / hysteresis) (Turkish), bow (English), dishing (English). Attested most in the UK, the US, and.
→ Mosaic · Mosaic stone is small tiles or chips arranged in sheets or patterns for floors and walls. Sold by mesh sheet or loose pieces; material and finish still matter. Spanish: mosaico; Turkish: mozaik.
→ Pentelic Marble · Fine-grained white marble from Mount Pentelicus, Greece. Attested most in GR. It is a commercial stone name used in trade.
→ Cross Cut · Cross cut is a block cutting orientation across the stone’s bedding or structural direction, not parallel to the veins. It usually shows a more clouded or flecked face than vein cut. Spanish orders often say sin veta or al agua.
→ Cross Cut · Cross cut is a block cutting orientation across the stone’s bedding or structural direction, not parallel to the veins. It usually shows a more clouded or flecked face than vein cut. Spanish orders often say sin veta or al agua.
→ Quarry · A quarry is the extraction site where blocks are cut from the bedrock. Turkish: ocak; Spanish: cantera. Buyers use quarry names as origin cues, not as finishes.
→ Carrara Marble · Carrara marble is the classic Italian white marble name tied to the Carrara district, sold as slabs and tiles worldwide. Trade forms include mármol Carrara (Spanish) and Carrara mermer (Turkish). Selection and finish still need ordering.
→ Metric Ton · A metric ton (tonne) is 1,000 kg—used for block weight, container payload, and some commercial tonnage quotes. Distinct from short/long tons. In trade it also appears as MTON (English), tn (Spanish), m/tons (English). Attested most in Turkey and Spain.
→ Less Than Container Load · Less-than-container-load (LCL) is a partial shipment that does not fill an entire container—often consolidated. Distinct from FCL full-container loads.
→ Feu · FEU is a forty-foot equivalent unit used to count container capacity. Logistics volume language; one 40' box ≈ 1 FEU.
→ Versailles Pattern · Versailles pattern (French/Roman pattern) is a mixed-size modular tile layout sold as pattern sets. Not a material type—a paving/layout format. In trade it also appears as despiece romano (Spanish), diseño «Romano» (Spanish). Attested most in Turkey, LT, and Spain.
→ Marble Mosaic · Marble mosaic is mosaic made from marble chips or small tiles, usually mesh-mounted for floors and walls. Selection and finish still matter; sheet dimensions appear on packing lists.
→ Bluestone · Commercial natural-stone variety called Bluestone. Attested most in the US and AU.
→ Open Top Container · An open-top container has a removable roof for crane-loaded or oversized stone cargo. Used when dry vans cannot accept the packing method. Payloads and lashing rules still apply. In trade it also appears as open top (English), OT (English), 20' & 40' Open Top (English). Attested most in Spain.
→ Carrier Haulage · Carrier haulage is inland trucking or delivery arranged by the ocean carrier (vs merchant haulage by the shipper/consignee). Logistics service term. In trade it also appears as CARRIAGE HAULAGE (English), final delivery by CMA (English). Attested most in Spain and Morocco.
→ Shipper Owned Container · A shipper-owned container (SOC) is a container owned by the shipper rather than the carrier. Logistics ownership language on bookings.
→ Calacatta Gold · Calacatta Gold is a Calacatta-style marble name with warmer golden veining. Market commercial name—verify lot photos; finish and thickness are separate order fields.
→ Fob Aliaga · FOB Aliağa (Aliaga) is Free On Board delivery at Aliağa port near İzmir, a primary Turkish stone-export gateway. Logistics notes often write FOB ALİAĞA / ALIAGA. It is an Incoterm-style basis, not a stone finish.
→ Expected Time Of Sailing · Expected time of sailing (ETS) is when a vessel is expected to sail. Schedule field used with ETD/ETA for booking planning.
→ Classic Vein Cut Travertine · Classic vein-cut travertine is classic-grade travertine sawn parallel to bedding so linear veins show. Combine with fill and finish on the order. Market selection language, not a single quarry brand.
→ Light Mix Travertine Selection · Light mix travertine selection is a light mixed-color commercial band. Variation is expected; fill and finish still need ordering.
→ Coade Stone · Historic fired ceramic artificial stone from the Coade manufactory. Attested most in the UK.
→ Concrete Bleed Water · Water rising to freshly placed concrete's surface. Process/workmanship language used in production or installation.
→ Concrete Form Release Agent · Substance preventing concrete from bonding to forms. Process/workmanship language used in production or installation.
→ Compactable Gravel · Compactable granular sub-base supporting drainage beneath concrete. Process/workmanship language used in production or installation.
→ Grout Float · A grout float is a tool used to spread and force grout into tile joints. Installation tool language, not a stone product grade.
→ Rift · Rift is a preferred cleavage or splitting plane in stone, used when producing natural cleft faces. Technical cutting language.
→ Water Absorption · Water absorption is the percentage of water a stone takes up after immersion—key for exterior and wet-area suitability. Reported on technical datasheets with test method. In trade it also appears as Imbibition coefficient (English), su emme (Turkish), a (%) (English). Attested most in Turkey, the.
→ Calcareous Tufa · Calcareous tufa is porous freshwater limestone deposited from calcium-carbonate-rich water—related to travertine families in trade language. Used decoratively; porosity is high.
→ Paludal Deposit · A paludal deposit is carbonate formed in marsh or swamp environments—technical geology adjacent to some travertine literature. Not a commercial finish.
→ Cloudy Limestone · Cloudy limestone is a commercial name for limestone with a cloudy or mottled pattern, sold as tiles and slabs. Confirm lot photos; finish and thickness are ordered separately. In trade it also appears as LIMESTONE CLOUDY (English), Caliza Cloudy (Spanish), Cloudyler (Turkish). Attested most in.
→ Stone Strips · Stone strips are long pieces cut to fixed widths (often free length) for borders, skirting, or cladding. Width, thickness, and finish are the order fields. In trade it also appears as bandas (Spanish), fajas (Spanish), şeritler (strip) (Turkish). Attested most in Turkey, Spain, and CH.
→ 20ft Dry Container · A 20-foot dry container (20DC / 20DV) is a closed general-purpose box used for many stone tile and cut-to-size shipments. Weight limits and packing protect finished material.
→ Shipping Container · A shipping container is the freight unit used to move stone cargo by sea (and multimodal legs). Common sizes are 20' and 40' dry vans; stone may also use open-top or flat-rack. Spanish: contenedor; Turkish: konteyner.
→ Resin Filling · Resin filling closes stone pores or cavities with resin before or during finishing—common on marble and travertine for a solid face. Distinct from cement fill; finish is ordered separately.
→ Calacatta Viola Marble · Calacatta Viola is a purple-veined Calacatta-style marble commercial name sold as slabs. Market name—verify lot photos; finish and thickness are separate. In trade it also appears as calcutta viola kitchen stone (English), Calcutta viona (English), viola Italian looking slabs (English). Attested.
→ Import Customs Clearance · Import customs clearance is the process of declaring and releasing imported goods through customs. Needs invoices, packing lists, and origin docs. Logistics paperwork language. In trade it also appears as import clearance (English), despacho de importación (Spanish), despacho de aduanas de.
→ Standard Rustic Mix Travertine · Standard rustic mix travertine is a mixed-color commercial travertine grade marketed as rustic/rustique mix. Variation is expected; fill and finish still need ordering. In trade it also appears as std mix kalite (Turkish), rusticmix (English), Rustix mix (Turkish). Attested most in Turkey and.
→ Sparite · Sparite is limestone containing abundant coarse crystalline calcite cement—petrographic term. Technical literature language, not a product brand.
→ Isolation Membrane · An isolation membrane allows adjacent structural elements to move independently under tile—used in floor systems. Installation material language.
→ Notched Trowel · A notched trowel spreads mortar or adhesive in ridges for tile setting. Installation tool language, not a stone product grade.
→ Grout Sealer · Sealer protecting grout from moisture and staining. Process/workmanship language used in production or installation.
→ Safety Factor · Safety factor is the ratio/margin between material capacity and applied demand in structural design. Engineering term on façade calculations. In trade it also appears as factor-of-safety (English), safety factors (English), safety factor coefficient (English). Attested most in the US.
→ Calacatta Marble · Calacatta marble is an Italian white marble commercial name known for bold grey/gold veining, sold as slabs and tiles worldwide. Selection and finish still need ordering; not every white marble is Calacatta.
→ Ashlar · Ashlar is precisely dressed prismatic natural-stone masonry blocks with square edges. Construction/unit term, not a polished slab finish. In trade it also appears as ashlars (English), natural stone ashlars (English). Attested most in the US, DE, and Italy.
→ Pisoid · A pisoid is a coated carbonate grain with concentric mineral layers—sedimentology term adjacent to limestone literature. Not a commercial product grade. In trade it also appears as pisoids (English), pisoliths (English), pisolites (English). Attested most in Italy.
→ Epigean Travertine · Epigean travertine forms in surface environments rather than caves—a geological context term. Commercial orders still specify fill, cut, and finish. In trade it also appears as epigean travertines (English).
→ Co2 Degassing · CO₂ degassing is the release of dissolved carbon dioxide from water—relevant in travertine formation literature. Technical geology, not a product grade.
→ Cascade Travertine · Cascade travertine refers to travertine formed on steep slopes at waterfalls or cascades—a geological context term. Commercial orders still specify fill, cut, and finish. In trade it also appears as cascade travertines (English), cascade deposits (English), cascade deposit (English). Attested most.
→ Leathered Finish · Leathered (leather) finish is a textured, soft-sheen stone surface produced by diamond brushing after honing—common on granite and some marbles. It hides fingerprints better than polish. Sometimes sold as leather or leathered.
→ Mugla White Marble · Muğla White is a white marble commercial name tied to Turkey’s Muğla region. Turkish trade says Muğla beyaz. Finish, thickness, and selection are still specified on the order.
→ Paver · A paver is an individual outdoor paving stone or slab unit for terraces, paths, and plazas. Thickness, finish, and joint layout are specified for traffic and weather.
→ Twenty Foot Container · A twenty-foot container is a standard ~20 ft freight container used for stone cargo. Often written 20ST, 20DC, or 1x20. Payload and packing method matter for heavy slabs.
→ Original Bill Of Lading · An original bill of lading is the physical B/L set that can control cargo release. Carriers may require all originals or accept telex/express release instead. Core shipping document for containerized stone.
→ Leathered Finish · Leathered (leather) finish is a textured, soft-sheen stone surface produced by diamond brushing after honing—common on granite and some marbles. It hides fingerprints better than polish. Sometimes sold as leather or leathered.
→ Extra Light Ivory Travertine · Extra-light ivory travertine is a very light ivory commercial color selection. Fill, cut, and finish still need ordering with the selection name. In trade it also appears as Ivory (Extra light) (English), Ivory (Extra Light) Travertine (English), Travertino Ivory (Extra-Light) (Spanish). Attested.
→ Cubic Meter · A cubic meter (m³) is the metric volume unit used for stone blocks, bulk cargo, and some packing stats. Distinct from square meters used for tiles and slabs. In trade it also appears as CBM (English), m3 (English), cubic metre (English). Attested most in Turkey, IN, and Morocco.
→ Waterjet Cutting Machine · A waterjet cutting machine uses high-pressure water (often with abrasive) for precise decorative stone cutting. Equipment/process language, not a product grade. In trade it also appears as cortes water-jet (Spanish), water-jet cutting machine (English), waterjetler (Turkish). Attested most in.
→ All Going Well Weather Permitting · Shipping condition meaning all going well, weather permitting. In trade it also appears as agw/wp (English). Attested most in Turkey.
→ Fob Gemlik · FOB Gemlik means Free On Board delivery basis at Gemlik port (Turkey). Port-specific Incoterm language on offers and bookings.
→ Ivory Cross Cut Travertine · Ivory cross-cut travertine is light ivory-colored travertine sawn across bedding for a cloudy face. Specify fill and finish with the cut. Commercial selection language, not a quarry brand. In trade it also appears as IVORY CROSS CUT (English), Ivory CC (English), Travertino Ivory Cross Cut.
→ Out Of Gauge · Cargo exceeding standard container dimensions. In trade it also appears as OOG (English). Attested most in Turkey.
→ Request For Quotation · A request for quotation (RFQ) is a formal buyer ask for supplier commercial terms on stone products. Process document language, not a material or finish code.
→ Tile Thickness · Thickness dimension of a stone tile or slab. In trade it also appears as THICKNESS (English). Attested most in the US and UA.
→ Port Code Tanger Med · UN/LOCODE MAPTM identifying Tanger Med port. Attested most in Morocco. It is logistics language from stone shipping deals.
→ Minimum Order Quantity · Minimum order quantity (MOQ) is the smallest quantity a seller accepts for an order or production run. Commercial term on offers, not a stone finish.
→ Port Code Algeciras · Algeciras port code identifies the Spanish port of Algeciras (often ESALG in UN/LOCODE practice). Appears on bookings and B/L port fields.
→ Draft Bill Of Lading · A draft bill of lading is the B/L text circulated for shipper/forwarder review before originals or waybill issuance. Corrections happen at draft stage to avoid reissue fees.
→ Si Vgm Cutoff · Combined deadline for shipping instructions and VGM submission. In trade it also appears as SI-VGM CUTOFF (English). Attested most in Turkey.
→ Detention Free Time · Detention free time is the allowed period before container detention charges begin after gate-out. Distinct from demurrage free time at terminal.
→ Gross Weight · Gross weight is cargo weight including packaging, usually in kilograms. Used on packing lists, VGM inputs, and customs docs. Distinct from net stone weight alone.
→ Non Reusable Plastic · Non-reusable plastic reported for Spanish import-tax purposes. Attested most in Spain.
→ Incoterm Cfr · CFR (Cost and Freight) is the Incoterm where the seller pays freight to the named destination port; risk transfers earlier than CIF. Common on ocean stone quotes.
→ Express Bill Of Lading · An express bill of lading (telex/express release) allows cargo release without surrendering original paper B/Ls. Common on trusted trade lanes; banks may still require originals for LCs.
→ Abrasion Resistance · Abrasion resistance is how well a stone surface withstands wear—important for floors and paving. Reported from standard tests on datasheets. In trade it also appears as Aşınma Dayanımı (Turkish), Aşınma direnci (Turkish), abrasion-resistant (English). Attested most in Turkey, DE, and the US.
→ Dolomitic Limestone · Dolomitic limestone contains a significant dolomite fraction and is sold as a technical/commercial limestone type. Finish and thickness are ordered separately.
→ Petrographic Examination · Petrographic examination is laboratory characterization of natural-stone composition and texture. Used in technical reports and standards—not a commercial finish. In trade it also appears as Minerolojik/Petrografik Tanımlama (Turkish), Petrografik Tanımlama (Turkish), EN 12407 (English). Attested.
→ Turkish Light Premium Travertine · Turkish light premium travertine is a premium light-colored Turkish travertine selection. Fill, cut, and finish still need ordering with the grade name.
→ Medium Premium · Premium-grade medium-toned travertine series. Attested most in Turkey. It is a selection or quality grade buyers specify.
→ Crate Packing Surcharge · Additional charge for supplying crate packing. Packing method language on packing lists and offers.
→ Modular Pattern Set · Set of basalt setts or modular paving pieces. In trade it also appears as Set (English). Attested most in Turkey.
→ Cut Stone · Cut stone is natural stone shaped to specified dimensions or profiles rather than rough stock. Fabrication language for architectural pieces.
→ Story Pole · Marked pole maintaining consistent excavation or construction dimensions. Equipment or tooling language in factories and install sites.
→ Field Tile · Field tile is the main tile covering the primary surface area, as opposed to trim pieces. Layout language used with mosaics, borders, and modular patterns.
→ Wet Saw · A wet saw is a water-cooled powered saw for cutting stone or tile. Equipment language for fabrication and installation shops.
→ Daily Lamination · Layering or banding formed on a daily cycle. Trade or technical term in the natural-stone industry.
→ Statuary Marble · Statuary marble is fine pure-white marble historically preferred for carving statues. Market/technical name—verify lots; finish depends on use.
→ Parian Marble · Fine crystalline white marble historically quarried on Paros. Attested most in GR.
→ Grout · Flowable joint-filling material used between installed stone units. Attested most in the US.
→ Marble Paneling · Marble paneling is decorative wall cladding using marble panels or large tiles. Joint layout, anchoring, and book-matching are design choices separate from slab selection.
→ Penetrating Sealer · A penetrating sealer absorbs into porous stone to reduce staining while keeping a natural look. Maintenance/product aftercare language.
→ Travertine Stream Crust · Travertine stream crust is carbonate crust deposited in a stream channel—technical formation language. Not a commercial finish code.
→ Ex Works · Ex Works (EXW) means the buyer takes the goods at the seller’s premises and arranges onward transport and export formalities. In Turkish stone trade it is often written fabrika teslim. It is an Incoterm-style delivery basis, not a product finish.
→ Blanco Ibiza Marble · Blanco Ibiza is a commercial white marble name used in Spanish and export trade for pale white stone. Color and selection still vary by lot; it is a market name, not a finish code.
→ Quarry Block · Stone block extracted from a quarry. In trade it also appears as bloques (Spanish), blocco (Italian), bloklar (Turkish). Attested most in Spain, Turkey, and Italy.
→ Dimension Stone · Dimension stone is natural stone cut and finished to specified sizes for construction and decoration (slabs, tiles, cut-to-size). Distinct from crushed aggregate stone.
→ Estimated Time Of Arrival · Estimated time of arrival (ETA) is the planned vessel or shipment arrival date/time. Logistics teams use it for clearance and delivery planning. Often written ETA on schedules.
→ Intermodal Transport · Intermodal transport moves a shipment using multiple modes (sea, rail, truck) under coordinated handling. Stone export often pairs ocean main-leg with truck on-carriage.
→ Kerf · A kerf is a narrow saw-cut groove in stone that receives an anchor or fixing device—common in cladding systems. Fabrication detail, not a face finish.
→ Eur1 Certificate · A preferential origin movement certificate (form type 1 for European preferential trade) supports reduced-duty treatment on eligible lanes. Stone exporters attach it with customs docs when origin rules are met.
→ Vein Cut Travertine · Travertine cut parallel to its veins or bedding. In trade it also appears as VC traverten (Turkish), travertino con veta (Spanish), Vein-cut travertine (English). Attested most in Turkey, Spain, and Venezuela.
→ Door To Door · Door-to-door is transport from origin pickup through final delivery at the consignee’s premises. Broader than port-to-port; may bundle trucking and customs handoffs.
→ Astm C880 · ASTM C880 is a standard test method for flexural strength of dimension stone. Cited on technical datasheets for structural and paving specs. In trade it also appears as ASTM C 880 (English), C 880 (English), ASTM Standard C 880 (English). Attested most in the US.
→ Pentelic Marble · Fine-grained white marble from Mount Pentelicus, Greece. Attested most in GR. It is a commercial stone name used in trade.
→ Fob Turkey · FOB Turkey means Free On Board delivery basis at a Turkish load port (often Aliağa/İzmir area for stone). Port should be named on the offer when possible. In trade it also appears as FOB Turquía (Spanish), FOB Turkey city (English). Attested most in Spain, Egypt, and Turkey.
→ Gross Weight · Gross weight is cargo weight including packaging, usually in kilograms. Used on packing lists, VGM inputs, and customs docs. Distinct from net stone weight alone.
→ Field Tile · Field tile is the main tile covering the primary surface area, as opposed to trim pieces. Layout language used with mosaics, borders, and modular patterns.
→ Seaway Bill Of Lading · A seaway bill is a non-negotiable sea waybill used instead of an original B/L set. Faster cargo release; not a negotiable title document.
→ Heavy Travertine · Travertine classified as heavy or overweight cargo. Attested most in Turkey and CL.
→ Hexagon Mosaic · Mosaic composed of hexagonal stone or tile pieces. Commercial trade language on offers and contracts — wiki does not publish live prices.
→ Walnut Mix Travertine · Mixed-tone brown Walnut travertine selection. In trade it also appears as Walnut Mix (English), MIXED WALNUT (English). Attested most in Turkey and Spain.
→ Brushed Chiseled Edge · Brushed stone face combined with mechanically chiseled edges. In trade it also appears as Brushed & Chiseled Edge (English), brushed/chiseled edge (English). Attested most in Turkey and Spain.
→ White Travertine · White travertine is a light commercial travertine category sold in slabs and tiles with open or filled pores. Finish (honed, polished, brushed) and cut direction change the look strongly.
→ Coping · Coping is stone capping along wall tops, pool edges, or parapets. Profiles (bullnose, etc.) and finish are specified for weather and traffic exposure.
→ Crystallo Quartzite · Commercial quartzite variety named Crystallo. Attested most in IN. It is a commercial stone name used in trade.
→ Alaska Blue Flower Granite · Exotic granite sold as Alaska Blue Flower. Attested most in IN. It is a commercial stone name used in trade.
→ Freight Prepaid · Freight prepaid means ocean freight is paid at origin by the shipper (vs collect at destination). Appears on B/L freight payment terms. In trade it also appears as Freight: Prepaid (English), paid by origin (English), FREIGHT PREPAID (English). Attested most in Turkey, Spain, and Morocco.
→ Facade Panel · Stone panel intended for a building façade. Size/quantity language ordered with finish and material.
→ Marble Travertine Alabaster · Commodity classification covering worked marble, travertine, and alabaster. In trade it also appears as Marble, travertine and alabast (English). Attested most in Turkey.
→ Transit Time · Transit time is the scheduled transportation duration between origin and destination. Quoted in days on ocean schedules; weather and congestion can extend actual time.
→ Cma Cgm · International container shipping line CMA CGM. In trade it also appears as CMA (English). Attested most in Turkey, Spain, and Morocco.
→ Consignee Customs Broker · A consignee customs broker is the broker representing the consignee for import clearance. Handles filings and release docs after arrival.
→ Twenty Foot Dry Container · A twenty-foot dry container is a closed 20 ft general-purpose box used for many tile and CTS shipments. Trade shorthand: 20DC / 20DV / 1x20.
→ Wooden Crates Per Container · Number of wooden tile crates packed per container. In trade it also appears as Wooden Crates/cntr. (English). Attested most in Turkey.
→ Terminal Handling Charge · Terminal handling charge (THC) is a fee for terminal handling of cargo or containers at origin or destination. Appears separately from ocean freight on many quotes.
→ Hs Code Marble · HS codes for worked marble identify customs tariff classification for marble products. Exact national codes vary; used on export declarations.
→ Net Weight Kg · Net shipment weight in kilograms, excluding packing materials. In trade it also appears as NET (kg) (English), kilogramos netos (Spanish). Attested most in Argentina.
→ Unit Number · Identifier assigned to a packing unit or crate. In trade it also appears as UNIT NUMBER (English). Attested most in Turkey.
→ Mixed Selection · Mixed selection is a commercial grade that blends colors or quality bands in one lot. Used when buyers accept variation; confirm with photos and sample approval. In trade it also appears as Mix (English), karışık (Turkish), karışık seleksiyon (Turkish). Attested most in Turkey.
→ Light Medium Selection · Light-medium selection is a commercial color band spanning light and medium tones—common on travertine. Factories define bands differently; confirm with photos.
→ Eco Light · Commercial light-colored stone selection named Eco Light. Attested most in Turkey.
→ Packed On Pallets · Packed on pallets means goods are palletized for handling and shipping. Packing method language on packing lists and offers.
→ Frost Resistance · Frost resistance is the ability of stone to withstand freeze–thaw cycles—critical for exterior paving and cladding in cold climates. Datasheet property. In trade it also appears as Dona Karşı Dayanıklılık (Turkish), Dona Dayanım (Turkish), Donma esnekliği (Turkish). Attested most in Turkey, the UK.
→ Calcitic Marble · Marble containing more than 90 percent calcite. In trade it also appears as calcitic (English). Attested most in the UK.
→ Foliation · Planar arrangement of rock components producing aligned fabric and parting. In trade it also appears as foliasyonlu (Tabaka yapraklı) (Turkish). Attested most in the UK and Turkey.
→ Density And Porosity Test · Standard test for stone density and porosity. In trade it also appears as EN 1936 (English). Attested most in EU.
→ Concrete Edger · Hand tool shaping rounded edges on fresh concrete. Equipment or tooling language in factories and install sites.
→ Acrylic Fortifier · Acrylic additive improving concrete elasticity and adhesion. Attested most in the US.
→ Spalling · Spalling is surface flaking, chipping, or fragment detachment on stone—often from freeze–thaw or impact. Defect/appearance risk language.
→ Masons Jointer · Hand tool used to shape and smooth mortar joints. In trade it also appears as jointing tool (English), mason’s jointer (English). Attested most in the US.
→ Fieldstone · Naturally occurring irregular stone used in rustic masonry and landscaping. In trade it also appears as field stone (English). Attested most in the US and DE.
→ Tile Nippers · Hand tool for breaking tile portions and forming curves. In trade it also appears as nippers (English). Attested most in the US.
→ Astm C99 · ASTM C99 is a standard test for dimension-stone modulus of rupture (bending strength). Cited on technical datasheets for structural and paving specs. In trade it also appears as ASTM C 99 (English), C 99 (English), ASTM Standard C 99 (English). Attested most in the US.
→ Terrazzo · Terrazzo is a composite floor/finish material containing natural-stone aggregate in a binder, ground and polished. Distinct from solid natural-stone slabs.
→ Biofilm · Surface-attached microbial community associated with travertine growth. In trade it also appears as travertine biofilm (English).
→ Carbonate Precipitation · Formation of solid carbonate minerals from water. In trade it also appears as precipitation (English).
→ Travertine Mound · A travertine mound is a circular rise formed by deposition around a spring. Geological landform language, not a product grade.
→ Hippurite Limestone · Cretaceous limestone containing Hippurite fossils. Attested most in AT, Spain, and Italy.
→ Bulk Density · Bulk density is mass per unit bulk volume of natural stone, reported on technical datasheets. Used with porosity and water absorption for structural and frost assessments.
→ Fissure Ridge · Hydrothermal ridge formed by deposition along a tectonic fissure. In trade it also appears as fissure ridges (English). Attested most in Turkey.
→ Studenica Marble · Marble from Studenica associated with heritage architecture and conservation. Attested most in RS.
→ Tumbled Marble · Tumbled marble is marble aged in a tumbler for rounded edges and a soft antique face. Common on mosaic and paving; distinct from polished or honed slab finishes.
→ Mosaic Tile · A mosaic tile is a small stone tile unit used in mosaic sheets or patterns for floors and walls. Mesh-mounted sheets are common; material, finish, and sheet size are ordered with the product.
→ Paludal Travertine · Paludal travertine forms in wetland settings and may contain plant matter—technical geology. Commercial orders still specify fill, cut, and finish.
→ Ivory Vein Cut Travertine · Ivory vein-cut travertine is light ivory-colored travertine cut parallel to veins. Specify fill and finish with the cut. Commercial selection language.
→ Fob Mersin · FOB Mersin means Free On Board delivery basis at Mersin port (Turkey). Port-specific Incoterm language on stone export offers.
→ 20ft Dry Container · A 20-foot dry container (20DC / 20DV) is a closed general-purpose box used for many stone tile and cut-to-size shipments. Weight limits and packing protect finished material.
→ 20ft Dry Container · A 20-foot dry container (20DC / 20DV) is a closed general-purpose box used for many stone tile and cut-to-size shipments. Weight limits and packing protect finished material.
→ Raw Stone Blocks · Raw stone blocks are unprocessed quarry blocks intended for later sawing into slabs or cut-to-size. Sold by weight or block size, not by finished face area.
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