Natural Stone Council
Whether you're building a new house or remodeling, natural stone offers you unparalleled beauty, permanence, and uniqueness – and adds true value to your home. See what others are saying about natural stone:

Natural stone is a key part of two of the top 10 elements of design in the home that are resonating with today's buyers: the desire for low-maintenance/no-maintenance materials and the use of natural materials inside and outside the home.

— Builder Magazine/National Association of Home Builders

Homeowners who remodel recover the following percentages of their remodeling costs at resale (note: upscale projects include stone):

  • Bathroom remodel-upscale: 92.6%
  • Bathroom addition-upscale: 84.3%
  • Kitchen remodel-upscale: 79.6%
    — 2003 Cost vs. Value Report, Remodeling Magazine

    In a study of materials for kitchen countertops, granite had the highest number of "excellent" ratings of any surface.

    — Consumer Reports