StoneMart supplies natural stone slabs in Melbourne, including marble, quartzite, granite, limestone, dolomite, onyx and travertine for benchtops, islands, splashbacks, bathrooms, feature walls and other custom stone applications.
Every natural stone slab is different. Colour, veining and movement can vary considerably from one block to another, which is why we recommend viewing the actual slabs rather than making a final selection from a small sample alone.
Our team can help you select a stone and finish suited to your intended application, design preferences and care requirements. Browse the StoneMart slab collection below, then arrange a viewing if you would like to compare full slabs in person.
Choosing natural stone is about more than finding a colour you like. The scale and direction of the veining, the amount of movement across the slab and the way different sections will be cut can all affect how the finished project looks.
This becomes particularly important for large kitchen islands, waterfall ends, full-height splashbacks and projects requiring more than one slab. At StoneMart, we recommend viewing the full slab wherever possible. A small sample can show the general colour and finish, but it cannot show the complete pattern or where stronger veins and movement occur.
Different natural stones suit different looks and applications. StoneMart's slab range includes marble, quartzite, granite, limestone, dolomite, onyx and travertine. Marble is often selected for its distinctive veining and classic appearance, while other materials can offer different levels of movement, density, finish and maintenance requirements. Dolomite, including stones such as Super White, is another popular option for customers who want a light, marble-like appearance with its own natural character.
No two natural stones behave or look exactly the same. Maintenance, sealing, fabrication requirements and everyday use should all be considered alongside appearance. If you are comparing materials for a kitchen, our stone benchtops in Melbourne page provides more information about choosing stone for benchtop applications.
Natural stone can change significantly across a single slab. One end may contain stronger grey movement while another section may be much lighter and quieter. For a kitchen island, the position of that movement can influence the final appearance once sink and cooktop cut-outs, joins and waterfall ends are taken into account.
For projects using multiple slabs, viewing them together can also help determine whether their colour and movement work well as a set. This is particularly useful before the stonemason begins fabrication, because slab layout decisions are much easier to make while the slabs are still intact.
The slab itself is only one part of the finished project. Edge profiles, cut-outs, joins, mitred ends, splashbacks and waterfall panels can all affect fabrication and installation. Some natural stones are also more demanding to fabricate than others.
For that reason, it is worth discussing your intended design with your stonemason before finalising the material, particularly for complex islands or projects with detailed edge work. If you are considering Super White specifically, read Is Super White Dolomite Good for Kitchen Benchtops?
StoneMart can also cut and fabricate natural stone benchtops using modern cutting and fabrication machinery. Our team can help with the stone and finish selection while considering your design, intended use and care requirements.
If you already have a project plan or drawing, send it to our team for a benchtop fabrication quote. Include your preferred stone, approximate dimensions, cut-outs and edge details where available so we can review the project. Email your drawings to info@stonemart.com.au or contact StoneMart to discuss the next steps.
Variation is not a defect in natural stone. It is one of the main reasons people choose it. Veins, tonal changes, mineral features and differences between blocks are all part of the character of the stone. Two slabs sold under the same stone name may still look noticeably different.
If you are choosing stone for a benchtop, island or other custom project, the best next step is to compare the available slabs at full scale.
