Marble Driveway ? A Perfect Combination of Beauty and Durability

Posted by Stone-Mart on November 7th, 2015

Natural stone landscapes have been around for thousands of years, and marble is among the commonly used materials in many of the most iconic and beautiful structures in the world. Marble's unparalleled beauty and proven durability make it a good choice for your driveway, especially if you want to achieve a lavish look for your home's front exterior. Marble has long been associated with grandeur, making it a staple in mansions, palaces, and prestigious monuments and government buildings. A marble driveway on your property will not only make your home look more sophisticated but will also add value to it.

Marble pavers with a tumbled finish are preferred for driveways. They provide a more exclusive look to your home and reflect your taste for opulence and luxury. A marble driveway can prove that you do not settle for cheap materials that can easily crack or chip. High-quality tumbled marble is denser and smoother, and the beautiful, unique, and elegant patterns in some pavers provide a fully customized look for your driveway.

A marble driveway may be on the higher end, but its durability—which is guaranteed to last for generations—can easily offset the costs. It is far easier to maintain a marble driveway, too. This is because of material's stain resistant qualities and resistance to moisture. Hence, cleaning up spills is easier and quick. Most of the time, you only need water mixed with mild soap, or a clean, dry cloth to wipe up most spills fast. Moreover, the stain resistant properties of marble help minimize the chances of certain liquids like oil and brake fluid from leaving a permanent mark on the surface. But while your marble driveway is stain resistant, it is not stain-proof. Hence, be sure to clean up any spills as soon as you see them.

Marble pavers should be a viable option when building a new driveway or remodeling an existing one. They will provide a timeless look to your home, so you do not have to worry about your property's exterior looking outdated in a few years. And because the material can last for generations, you do not have to worry about replacing it in just a few years. It is a cost effective option in the long run.

Be sure to purchase marble pavers from a local reputable supplier of natural stone. Make sure that they are trusted by custom builders and contractors throughout the US. Look for a supplier that directly imports from known international quarries and producers. This way, marble pavers will be a cost effective material for your driveway, no matter how small or big it is.

About The Author:

This article was written by Eric Barthelemy who is working as the director of sales and marketing at Stone-Mart.

Stone-Mart Travertine is a direct importer of Premium Quality Travertine and Marble with locations throughout Florida, including Fort Myers, Tampa, and ST. Petersburg with Naples and Sarasota opening soon. Stone-Mart Travertine has the largest on hand inventory of premium quality travertine and marble tiles, Pavers, Pool Copings, and Mosaics in the United States with factory direct pricing. Their highly trained Natural Stone Specialists are ready to assist you in choosing the ideal marble or Travertine for your project. With over 3 million feet of inventory on hand, they have the ability to work with you to create the look you want for interior or exterior natural stone projects.