VELVET
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STONE TYPE:
Onyx
SIZES:
3/4" (2cm slab)
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ORIGIN:
Tanzania
FINISH:
Polished
RECOMMENDED USES:
Commercial & Residential
Interior
Wall
Fireplaces
Tub Surrounds
Vanities
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Velvet onyx is quarried from a new dyke quarry in Tanzania that is producing onyx colors that have never been seen before. The violet and brown color tones in Velvet, along with the dramatic movement, make this onyx a very unusual find. Due to its qualities, the slabs are book- matched, in which slab one and slab two will be cut and polished to create a mirror image of each other. These are then kept in sequence to allow for a consistent flow in pattern. Due to Italian hand-working, this stone is more structurally sound than other products of its kind in today's market. However, onyx is still one of the softer and more fragile stones in the industry and is prone to scratching. Therefore, after installation, careful maintenance of the slab is highly recommended. During the polishing process, an epoxy resin is applied to the surface of the slabs to fill in any natural pits, cracks or fissures that may exist in the stone. This does not affect the durability, maintenance or beauty of the slab. It is possible for some of the more minute pits that are too small to effectively hold the resin, to reopen during other finishing stages. However, this will not detract from the overall quality or appearance of the stone. Finally, a mesh backing is adhered to the back of the stone to ensure safety while handling and fabricating the slab.