Building stone, as one of the indispensable materials in the construction industry, has many types and characteristics. Broadly speaking, building stone is mainly divided into two categories: natural stone and artificial stone.

Natural stone occupies a place in the construction field with its natural beauty and unique physical properties. Most of them come from the rock layer deep in the earth's crust. After hundreds of millions of years of natural weathering and geological action, they have formed stones of various shapes and hard textures. Natural stone includes marble, granite, limestone, sandstone, etc. Marble is known for its clear texture and warm color, and is often used for the decoration of high-end buildings; granite is widely used in ground paving and building exterior walls for its hard and wear-resistant characteristics. In addition, limestone and sandstone and other stones also play an irreplaceable role in architectural design because of their unique texture and color.

With the advancement of science and technology, artificial stone has also emerged and become a new favorite in the construction field. Artificial stone is made of natural stone as raw material, and is processed through processes such as crushing, screening, mixing, pressing, and curing. They have the texture and texture of natural stone, but the cost is lower and the processing is more convenient. Among artificial stones, common ones include quartz, artificial marble, and artificial granite. These stones not only have the beauty of natural stones, but also have stronger wear resistance and corrosion resistance, so they are widely used in building decoration.

In general, the classification of building stones is rich and diverse, and each stone has unique characteristics and applicable scenarios. In architectural design, the correct selection and use of stones can not only enhance the beauty of the building, but also ensure the stability and durability of the building. Therefore, for architects and stone processing companies, it is undoubtedly of great significance to understand and master the characteristics and uses of various stones.