Cuts

Semicircular Arch

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Half-circle arch geometry redirecting compression forces. Dimensions and finish are specified together with the cut type on the order.

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Stone Slab

A stone slab is a large-format sawn piece from a block—usually 2 or 3 cm for counters and cladding. Finish and selection complete the commercial line.

Vein Cut

Vein-cut orients slabs so bedding/veins run along the face—dramatic linear figure, especially on travertine. Opposite of cross-cut (fleuri).

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Cut To Size Stone

Cut-to-size means factory-cut pieces to project dimensions rather than full slabs only. Finish and thickness still define the line.

Stair Tread

A stone stair tread is the horizontal walking surface of a step, cut-to-size with specified thickness, finish, and nosing profile.

Cross Cut

Cross-cut (fleuri) orients slabs across the bed for cloudier, more open figure. Opposite of vein-cut; common on travertine and some limestones.

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Stair Riser

A stone stair riser is the vertical face between treads. Usually thinner than treads; finish and color should match the tread package.

Raw Stone Blocks

Raw blocks are uncut quarry stone sold by weight or size for later slabbing. Not a finished commercial product line.

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Paver

A paver is a modular outdoor stone unit for floors and paths. Thickness, finish, and joint pattern matter more than the trade name alone.

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Vein Cut Travertine

Vein-cut travertine shows linear bedding veins along the face—striated walnut, silver, or ivory movement. Opposite commercial look from cross-cut fleuri.

Vein-cut travertine

French Pattern

French pattern is a modular multi-size paving layout (often four tile sizes) for floors and patios. Confirm piece ratios, thickness, and finish; packing must keep the set complete.

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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.

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Window Sill

A window sill is a cut-to-size stone piece forming the horizontal base of a window opening. Specify thickness, drip edge, finish, and length; marble and limestone are common.

Cross Cut Travertine

Cross-cut travertine (fleuri) shows cloudy, flower-like pores instead of linear veins. Different look from vein-cut; fill and finish still define acceptance.

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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.

Marble Tiles

Ashlar

Ashlar is precisely dressed prismatic natural-stone masonry blocks with square edges. Construction/unit term, not a polished slab finish.

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Coping

Coping is the cap stone on walls or pool edges. Thickness, drip edge, and finish matter for weather and grip.

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English trade names

How English-language trade writes this concept.

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