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Natural Stone vs. Veneer Stone: What's Best For Me?

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We are regularly contacted by customers enquiring about the differences between  natural stone cladding  and stone veneer, as they are often unsure which one they should choose for their project. With that in mind, we've produced a short guide to help you choose the right stone for you. Natural stone  comes in many different types, and is quarried all over the world. The appearance of natural stone is determined by how it was formed: by rivers, volcanoes, etc. For commercial purposes, natural stone is categorised into several groups, the most popular being  granite , marble, limestone and slate. Each stone will be unique, so natural stone of the same type can differ widely. Pros: - Valued appearance - Durable - Colorfast Cons: - Heavy - Dense - Hard to cut - Difficult to source Stone veneer , often referred to as  faux  or  cultured stone , is a man-made product that was introduced as a lightweight alternative to nat

6 Reasons Why You Should Have A Marquee Wedding

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6 Reasons Why You Should Have A Marquee Wedding Picking a wedding venue can be hard, here's 12 reasons why you should have a Marquee Wedding instead of a traditional venue. 1. You get to pick your caterer: A caterer can make or break your big day, with a marquee wedding you have full control over which catering company you have for your wedding. Do a bit of research and find a caterer that aligns with your goals and needs. Here's a few tips to help you pick a caterer: - Before you start looking, put together a detailed brief covering what your needs are. (Number of Guests etc) - Identify potential catering companies that have the capacity, relevant experience & qualifications to deliver a quality service for you and your guests. - Ensure they have access to equipment and techniques for whatever your event entails - Ask other event hosts in the area for referrals, and often internet searches for suppliers can provide good research a