Stone Guide

Stone Guide banner featuring a lineup of various natural stone types from PBM
Slate stone guide showing dark color options and clefted surfaces, with examples of California Gold Pavers and Black Slate Flagstone. Commonly found in New York, Vermont, Virginia, and Pennsylvania.

For over a century, Peninsula Building Materials has been the definitive source for high-quality natural stone. Our legacy is built on a deep understanding of this material, and we are committed to sharing that expertise with you. These comprehensive stone guides will equip you with the knowledge to select the perfect stone for your next architectural or landscape projects. We will explore the primary natural stone types available in our paving, veneer, and landscape materials, providing insight into their unique properties and applications. The expert teams at our PBM showrooms and yard locations are always ready to assist you in navigating these options and finding the ideal stone to bring your vision to life. 

Argillite stone guide from PBM, featuring Canyon Creek Thin Veneer and McGregor Lake Treads for earthy, rustic appeal
Basalt stone guide highlighting appearance and durability, with Shadow Ridge Thin Veneer and Black Basalt Cobblestones
Bluestone guide from PBM showcasing colors, pros, cons, and uses with images of Blue Select Flamed Paving and Full Range Natural Cleft Flagstone
Gneiss stone guide showing distinct banding and durability, with Tiger Gneiss Pebbles and Gneiss Landscape Stones
Granite guide showing color diversity and toughness, with Black Granite Cobblestones and Ticonderoga Granite Thin Veneer
Limestone stone guide showing characteristics, colors, and uses, featuring Fond du Lac Rustic Thin Veneer and Flint Hills Dimensional Pavers. Found in Texas, Kansas, Wisconsin, and Indiana.
Quartzite stone guide highlighting durability and color veining, with examples of South Bay Quartzite Thin Veneer and Silver Quartzite Flagstone. Sourced from the Midwest, Appalachian region, and western U.S
Sandstone stone guide detailing warm tones and rough texture, showcasing Cameron Snapped Ashlar Pavers and Arizona Chocolate Flagstone. Found in western states like Arizona, Colorado, and Utah.
Travertine guide for landscape design with Cremino Travertine Pavers and Silver Travertine Thin Veneer, known for slip resistance

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