At Paulson's Floor Coverings, with over a century of dedication to quality and craftsmanship, we take pride in offering the finest engineered stone flooring to our valued customers in Portland, OR, and Vancouver, WA. Engineered stone flooring, also known as composite stone or agglomerate stone, blends natural stone aggregates with durable resins to create a versatile and beautiful flooring option.
- Natural Stone Aggregates Selection
The journey of engineered stone flooring begins with carefully selecting natural stone aggregates. These aggregates typically include marble, quartz, granite, or other stones chosen for their aesthetic appeal and durability. These stones are sourced from quarries around the world, ensuring a wide range of colors and patterns to suit every design preference.
- Mixing and Binding Process
Once selected, the natural stone aggregates undergo a meticulous mixing process. This involves combining the stone particles with high-quality resins and pigments. The resin acts as a binding agent, securely holding the stone particles together while enhancing the flooring's strength and longevity. The addition of pigments allows for endless customization, ensuring that each piece of engineered stone flooring can match any décor style.
- Pressing and Forming
After the mixing process, the homogeneous mixture is transferred into molds of varying sizes and shapes. These molds are then subjected to intense pressure and vibration. This process, known as compaction, ensures that the resin thoroughly permeates the stone aggregates, creating a dense and uniform material. The molds are then cured under controlled conditions to further strengthen the composite and enhance its structural integrity.
- Cutting and Finishing
Once cured, the engineered stone slabs undergo precise cutting and finishing processes. Skilled craftsmen use diamond saws and precision tools to cut the slabs to the desired dimensions, whether for large flooring installations or custom projects like countertops and vanity tops. The edges are meticulously finished to achieve a smooth and polished surface that highlights the natural beauty of the stone aggregates.
- Quality Assurance and Inspection
At Paulson's Floor Coverings, quality is our top priority. Each batch of engineered stone flooring undergoes rigorous quality assurance checks. These checks include thorough inspections for color consistency, surface imperfections, and dimensional accuracy. Only after meeting our stringent standards do these slabs earn the Paulson's seal of approval, ensuring that our customers receive only the finest engineered stone flooring available.
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Engineered stone flooring exemplifies the perfect blend of nature's beauty and human ingenuity. At Paulson's Floor Coverings, we are honored to bring you this exceptional flooring option, crafted with care and expertise honed over a century of serving the Portland, OR, and Vancouver, WA communities. Visit our showrooms to explore our extensive selection of engineered stone flooring and let us help you transform your space with elegance and durability that only Paulson's can provide.
