Where can I use gemstone in my home?

Onyx should be exclusively used for low traffic areas such as bathroom vanity tops, backsplashes, and accent pieces.

Can my gemstone countertop be backlit?

Yes, gemstone countertops can be backlit with LED lights.

How much variety do gemstone countertops have?

Gemstone countertops come in many different forms, like agate or obsidian. You can browse through our selections to choose which one you favor most.

Should I seal my gemstone?

Yes. Gemstone should be sealed every few times per year. Since it’s a nonporous surface, you won’t have to deal with too much staining.

Can my gemstone be scratched?

Yes. Scratch resistance depends on the material you choose to install.

Do you provide free samples? How many samples can I take?

At marble.com samples are free, and we encourage our clients to take up to ten samples per visit.

What materials can I find at your facilities?

All Marble.com facilities carry slabs of granite, quartz, quartzite, marble, soapstone, slate, limestone, and travertine. Our Ridgefield Park yard has the largest selection, also offering slabs of gemstone, porcelain, and glass.

Why should I see a slab in person?

Since every slab of natural stone is completely unique, we recommend visiting one of our facilities to see slab patterns and variations in person.

Where does your material come from?

At marble.com we source our stone only from the most reputable quarries from around the globe, including those from Italy, Spain, Brazil, and India.

Why is some stone more expensive than others?

Stone slabs that are extremely rare and boast unique colors tend to be more expensive than commonly found stone.

Do I have to seal natural stone?

We do recommend sealing natural stone countertops periodically, the frequency of sealing the stone depends on the material.

What is a honed finish?

A honed stone finish refers to the smooth, matte surface of the material, which creates a visibly lighter and softer tone. While honed finish might be an ideal design choice for some homeowners, it also makes the stone more susceptible to staining and etching.

Can a chip on my countertop be repaired?

Most chips, smaller than a dime in diameter, can be repaired by the homeowner using a chip repair kit. We do recommend professional service care for larger chips.

Can I install my own countertops?

We recommend professional installation, completed by our trained technicians for all major projects, however some smaller pieces may be installed by the customers.

Natural Agate Gemstone

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Natural Agate is an amazing gemstone that can come in a variety of colors. White, black, blue, red, and yellow can all stand out, and look great when backlit. You can incorporate Natural Agate gemstone into your home as a kitchen countertop, bathroom vanity top, bar top and more.

It is no wonder that so many homeowners desire to have this material in their homes. This stone truly manages to highlight the beauty that nature can produce. To enhance the appearance of this already beautiful natural stone, you can have it backlit. Backlighting will help further highlight all the colors present in the material. Whether you incorporate this stone as a kitchen countertop, bathroom vanity top, bar top or any other home surface, you can be satisfied for many years to come. Natural Agate is a unique way to add some flair to any space in your home.

Item Details:

Original Name: Natural Agate
Material Type: Gemstone
Country of origin: Other
Colors: Gold, Grey, White, Green, Brown

Material Application:

Bar

Wash Station

Bathroom Floor Panels

Bathroom Wall

Butler Pantry

Hot Tub Surround

Bathroom Backsplash

Bathroom Vanity Top

Other

FAQs

1. Where can I use gemstone in my home?: Onyx should be exclusively used for low traffic areas such as bathroom vanity tops, backsplashes, and accent pieces.
2. Can my gemstone countertop be backlit?: Yes, gemstone countertops can be backlit with LED lights.
3. How much variety do gemstone countertops have?: Gemstone countertops come in many different forms, like agate or obsidian. You can browse through our selections to choose which one you favor most.
4. Should I seal my gemstone?: Yes. Gemstone should be sealed every few times per year. Since it’s a nonporous surface, you won’t have to deal with too much staining.
5. Can my gemstone be scratched?: Yes. Scratch resistance depends on the material you choose to install.

FAQ General

1. Do you provide free samples? How many samples can I take?: At marble.com samples are free, and we encourage our clients to take up to ten samples per visit.
2. What materials can I find at your facilities?: All Marble.com facilities carry slabs of granite, quartz, quartzite, marble, soapstone, slate, limestone, and travertine. Our Ridgefield Park yard has the largest selection, also offering slabs of gemstone, porcelain, and glass.
3. Why should I see a slab in person?: Since every slab of natural stone is completely unique, we recommend visiting one of our facilities to see slab patterns and variations in person.
4. Where does your material come from?: At marble.com we source our stone only from the most reputable quarries from around the globe, including those from Italy, Spain, Brazil, and India.
5. Why is some stone more expensive than others?: Stone slabs that are extremely rare and boast unique colors tend to be more expensive than commonly found stone.
6. Do I have to seal natural stone?: We do recommend sealing natural stone countertops periodically, the frequency of sealing the stone depends on the material.
7. What is a honed finish?: A honed stone finish refers to the smooth, matte surface of the material, which creates a visibly lighter and softer tone. While honed finish might be an ideal design choice for some homeowners, it also makes the stone more susceptible to staining and etching.
8. Can a chip on my countertop be repaired?: Most chips, smaller than a dime in diameter, can be repaired by the homeowner using a chip repair kit. We do recommend professional service care for larger chips.
9. Can I install my own countertops?: We recommend professional installation, completed by our trained technicians for all major projects, however some smaller pieces may be installed by the customers.