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1. Definition of Stone Setting-out     1) Who is responsible for stone setting-out?   Setting-out work primarily falls under the responsibility of the construction team, with the stone processing manufacturer providing support. This process involves using design blueprints and actual on-site measurements to prepare cutting or material list drawings. The quality and methods of these outputs can vary depending on the capabilities of the construction team. The stone processing manufacturer's technical staff assists by offering solutions for methods and measurements, organizing fabrication drawings based on site surveys, and conducting on-site verification to ensure accuracy before final processing begins.   2) Importance of Stone Setting-out   The participation of the stone processing manufacturer in the setting-out process is critical. The objective of setting-out is to produce accurate processing drawings. Involvement in this process allows the manufacturer to understand and organize related drawings, which is essential for guiding production and ensuring accuracy.   3) Qualifications of Stone Setting-out Personnel   Setting-out personnel must meet the following requirements:   (1) Comprehensive understanding of stone processing techniques. (2) Familiarity with mechanical and architectural design drawings. (3) Knowledge of construction practices. (4) Hands-on experience with stone installation. (5) Basic proficiency in stone decoration design and the ability to offer creative suggestions that facilitate production and installation.   2. Preparatory Work Before Stone Setting-out   1) Finalization of Design Drawings   Ensure that the decoration design drawings, which comprehensively cover all materials and construction schemes, are finalized. Check that the drawings related to stone are complete before commencing setting-out.   2) Completion of Structural Work (Including Interior Partition Walls)   Any modifications or additional structural work must be completed before setting-out begins.   3) Establishment of Horizontal Levels and Elevations   Accurate baseline measurements are essential. For instance, floor-to-floor heights must be measured precisely using two-floor reference points. The difference between design and structural dimensions should be verified on-site.   4) Confirmation of Door and Window Frame Positions   Since door and window openings in structural work are often adjusted, ensure the specifications and positions are finalized before setting-out.   5) Waterproofing and Final Surface Determination in Bathrooms   Bathrooms must be waterproofed and finished surfaces confirmed before proceeding.   6) Clear Stone Installation Plan   Wall stone installation methods (e.g., dry hanging or wet pasting) determine the final surface dimensions and the boundary lines of the ground surface.   3. Stone Setting-out for Exterior Walls  ...

Do you think the picture below shows a water feature? Wrong! This is a piece of natural marble! There are various stone processing techniques, and with the development of science and technological progress, the processed products have exceeded our inherent imagination. Marble, as one of the hardest building materials, is widely popular in the construction materials market. You may not imagine that one day, tough marble will become so soft and romantic, as shown in the following pictures. This is the effect of marble being made into a liquid state surface, like a slowly flowing river with clear waves, or like a stone falling into a calm river and causing ripples. This unique marble is truly impressive and has become a popular stone artwork recently.     01. What is liquid marble?   Liquid marble is formed by linear sawing, CNC carving, and hand polishing hard natural stone to create a visually liquefied state. The product specifications are customized according to the on-site dimensions, with a thickness of 20/30/50mm and a weight of 55 kilograms per square meter for 20mm.    Surface treatment: polished/matte  Common applications: art decoration, home products, walls and floors, etc     [Performance Characteristics]    The combination of linear sawing and CNC carving can create a 3D effect of stone  Exquisite and realistic patterns with different depths and inclinations can be carved on the stone surface  With the addition of fine hand polishing, a natural texture will be presented  Highlight delicate proportions under the reflection of light and shadow, creating an artistic atmosphere     In France, there is an artist named Mathieu Lehanneur who uses marble to depict the blue sea in his heart, from installation art products to large-scale architectural designs. Using the unique craftsmanship of marble to showcase extraordinary works of art.   [The Liquid Marble Series]   For example, the following art installation is called "Loire River". The courtyard of the castle is covered with fine sand and stones, and a pool of blue water appears. The interweaving of sunlight and water makes it hard to believe that its material is actually green single piece marble produced in Guatemala. This romantic installation art has also flooded into the Museum of Decorative Arts in Paris, with a length of about 4 meters and a width of 1.7 meters.     02. Construction process of liquid marble   [Key Points of Construction]   Linear sawing forms the prototype ▽     CNC carving creates peaks and valleys ▽     Hand polishing for final perfection ▽     [Construction Key]   The waves are natural and freehand, with sharp edges and lines on the peaks ▽     [Installation Process]   Same as the normal installation method for marble stone walls and floors (wet or dry hanging, depending on the thickness, dry hanging can be considered for walls above ...

The most comprehensive analysis of marble fissure lines, fissure line ≠ defective product!   It is said that having fissure lines on the surface of marble is not good, so why do some artificial stone like products have to be labeled with fissure line texture labels? Moreover, they are often artificial stone like products with high prices, which look more realistic.   The beauty of fissure lines in marble     Most natural marble fissure lines are widely regarded as beautiful textures and are highly sought after by people. Don't doubt them, such as Hermes Grey marble, Tundra Grey marble, Castle Grey marble, and so on.   The color and texture of these natural marbles are determined by their composition. It is different from artificially made materials such as ceramic tiles and artificial stone, and its natural characteristics are beyond human control, which is precisely what attracts people to marble.   Marble stone is a widely used material in various buildings, but many people have questions about the texture of marble, that is, if there are fissure lines on the marble, can it not be used? Is the presence of fissure lines in marble a quality issue with the stone material? What exactly is the situation?   PART 01. What is fissure line?     Fissure line refers to the small cracks that exist in rocks, most of which are natural and commonly present in marble. With the increasingly mature processing technology, the quality and beauty of natural stone are not affected by the presence of small fissure lines. The National Building Materials Administration has also issued industry standards for natural marble and granite.   PART 02. Difference between fissure line and crack     The fissure line of marble is naturally present, and the national industry standard stipulates that the fissure line refers to a length that does not exceed 1/10 of the total length extending from both ends to the edge of the slab, and a length less than 20mm is not counted. So as long as the fissure line is within this standard, it doesn't matter, is it also a kind of defect beauty?   Of course, with current technology, this kind of fissure line can be solved, but there are also some defects in marble called cracks. What is the difference between the two?   1. Different reasons for cracking   It is normal for marble to have fissure line, but the absence of fissure line may indicate that this is not natural marble. The main reason why marble has fissure lines is that it is composed of various natural minerals, and the arrangement of these minerals is usually not very precise, which naturally leads to fissure lines.   Marble cracks are usually caused by internal cracking of the marble. Different from natural fissure lines. If this kind of crack is not treated, it may lead to the fracture of marble in the future, so many manufacturers will stick a layer of resin fiber mesh on the back of marble. &n...

The combination of Bianco White marble with the soul of traditional Chinese medicine and the emotions of Fujian and Taiwan     Our STONELINK headquarters is located in the beautiful island city of Xiamen, China. The stone construction project of Zhang Butao Memorial Hospital is also located on Xiamen Island. Zhang Butao Memorial Hospital covers an area of 7,000 square meters, with a building area of 16,000 square meters and a preset capacity of 150 beds. There are more than 30 departments in various fields. Our company, STONELINK, started the supply of stone engineering construction projects for Zhang Butao Memorial Hospital at the end of 2023. The main materials supplied are: our company's own mining varieties, domestic natural Bianco White marble and artificial white engineered stone.     This stone construction project combines the new Chinese style with modern medicine, emphasizing the use of natural environment and light to create a comfortable, relaxing, and regionally distinctive atmosphere - creating a unique spatial experience and caring humanized service in the field of traditional Chinese medicine in Xiamen.     The combination of Chinese elements and modern architectural techniques creates a fusion of traditional Chinese medicine characteristics and modern medical functions in architecture. By designing unique elements and details, as well as using colors and materials that conform to traditional Chinese medicine concepts, a spatial environment that allows people to experience traditional Chinese medicine culture is created.     The overall design focuses on promoting physical health through nature and light. The harmonious relationship between individuals and nature, maintaining a balance between the human body and the natural world, in order to achieve the goal of health and wellness. By integrating the advantages of traditional Chinese medicine and modern medical technology with modern design concepts, we aim to create a comfortable space that provides patients with more comprehensive and personalized medical services.     Designers adopt unique concepts and interact with the soul. By experiencing nature and purity from different angles and combining colors, a unique atmosphere is created to provide patients with a bright experience.  

Granite, as a common building material, is widely used in fields such as home decorations and furnishings, building construction, and roads due to its hardness, durability, diverse colors, and excellent texture. With the development of technology, many businesses often use dyeing techniques to make the color of granite more vibrant or meet specific needs. The dyed granite has a more uniform and bright color, but its quality and durability are different from natural granite.     1. Uniformity of color of granite The color of natural granite usually has a certain degree of non-uniformity, which is due to the influence of geological environment during its formation process. The mineral composition and structural distribution are not completely consistent, resulting in natural differences in surface color and texture. The color changes of natural granite are usually manifested as spots, veins, or subtle transitions, giving a natural and layered visual effect.   Granite that has undergone dyeing treatment usually presents a more uniform color. This color is usually artificially controlled, and the color distribution will be more consistent and saturated. For example, the surface of dyed granite may exhibit overly consistent color regions without the natural variations unique to natural hues. If it is observed that the entire surface color is very uniform and lacks color difference changes, it is likely that it has been dyed.   2. Observe textures and patterns of granite The texture and pattern of natural granite have unique natural properties, and they are usually irregular, exhibiting obvious naturally formed cracks, mineral veins, spots, and other characteristics. The texture of dyed granite often appears relatively simple or repetitive, and dyeing may mask some details on the surface of natural granite, especially in terms of texture changes. Dyeing treatment usually involves the infiltration of dyes into the surface of stone, causing a change in the color of the stone, and this dye does not alter the internal structure of granite. Therefore, observing the changes in texture and corresponding details often reveals traces of dyeing treatment.   For example, if you see the same veins or spots appearing regularly on the surface of the stone, it may be the result of artificial dyeing. The texture of natural granite is unique and does not exhibit large areas of repetitive patterns.     3. Observe the depth and distribution of colors of granite Stained granite usually presents bright and saturated colors due to the influence of the surface staining layer. For granite with dark tones, the color of the dyed stone will appear darker and even glossy. The color of natural granite is relatively more natural, with less intense and softer hues. Especially in some dark colored granite, the surface of natural granite may have uneven color and slight fading.   In addition, the color distribution of dyed granite is usually mor...

In the glorious history of ancient Egyptian civilization, since the Third Dynasty, the widespread use of stone not only reflects the supremacy of royal power, but also demonstrates the ancient Egyptians' pursuit of eternal architecture. However, the origin and development of stonemasonry techniques are still shrouded in mystery to this day.   1. The evolution of stonemasonry skills     The stonemasonry skills in ancient Egypt underwent a transition from small stonemasonry techniques to megalithic techniques, particularly marked by the Pyramid of Djoser complex. The Pyramid of Djoser, built in 2650 BC, is the tomb of Pharaoh Djoser of the Third Dynasty of ancient Egypt, designed by the renowned architect Imhotep. This pyramid is not only a major achievement in the history of ancient Egyptian architecture, but also the world's first giant building built entirely of stone.   The design inspiration for the Pyramid of Djoser comes from the early "Mastaba" tomb, which is a rectangular structure built with mud bricks and has a flat top. Over time, pharaohs hoped to reflect their authority and eternity through more magnificent architecture, so Imhotep gradually stacked the Mastaba to form a six story stepped pyramid. This design not only visually stunning, but also symbolizes the pharaoh's "ladder" to the heavens.   The overall height of the Pyramid of Djoser is about 60 meters, with a base length of about 143 meters. The entire complex covers an area of 37 acres and is surrounded by rectangular walls. There are multiple temples and courtyards inside. The exterior of the pyramid is made of limestone, while the interior is designed with complex burial chambers and passages to protect the pharaoh's body and burial objects.   During the construction of the Pyramid of Djoser, architect Imhotep used a large amount of limestone blocks, and the cutting and transportation techniques for these blocks were quite advanced at the time. Archaeologists estimate that approximately 2.3 million pieces of stone were used to construct this pyramid, with each piece weighing an average of around 2.5 tons. This precise cutting and tight stitching ensure that the structure of the pyramid remains stable for thousands of years.   In addition, the ancient Egyptians also developed lifting and transportation machinery, using simple lever principles and pulley systems to carry heavy objects. This technological advancement laid the foundation for later megalithic architecture.   The Pyramid of Djoser not only reached its peak in technology, but also demonstrated the extraordinary confidence of ancient Egyptians in art. The exterior design of the pyramid reflects the ancient Egyptians' understanding and application of geometric shapes, presenting a stable and solemn atmosphere as a whole. Each layer of the pyramid has been carefully designed, with the exterior limestone polished to a smooth surface that reflects dazzling light, symbolizing the s...