It depends on a number of factors, but the most important is if we are drawn to a crystal. If we're shopping online, for us pictures tell the story. We usually look for unusual specimens or truly beautiful pieces. A beautiful piece to us does not mean it has to be perfectly formed. If we can't stop thinking about a piece, inevitably we'll buy it.

Sure can. Delivery costs are based on which area of Puget Sound you live in. Our trucks can haul up to 14 tons in a single load.

The process of purchasing custom stone is more detailed than, for example, buying carpeting. As with any purchase, you need to determine what criteria are most important to you.

It really is a personal choice. Both natural stone and ceramic tiles have their benefits, limitations and appeal. We love real stone for its long life, its warmth, the fact that it is natural and doesn’t contain any chemicals and for its timeless beauty (it can be rejuvenated to increase its luster, unlike a ceramic tile). Generally yes! Though the better quality "stone-look" ceramic tiles are similarly priced.

The human kidneys are paired organs, which are positioned just in front of the 11th and 12th ribs. The kidneys are responsible for filtering water and other substances from the blood. The combination of these filtered substances and water is known as urine. Several of the substances commonly found in urine have the ability to crystallize. These crystals can then bind together to form a kidney stone.

Yes. You can have multiple stones in a single kidney. The KUB, below, shows multiple stones in the right kidney (red arrowhead).

Beautiful ? Natural stone is heat resistant, stain, chip, crack, and scratch resistant. It comes in many color schemes. Stone does not clash with anything, but instead reflects its surroundings. In fact, natural marble and granite stone is just plain spectacular. Adds Property Value ? When it comes to cost, natural stone might at first glance seem to be more costly than alterative flooring or countertops. But natural stone is the only type of surface that retains 100 % of its value.

Sure. When the design is finished, we will give you a hard copy on CD-ROM. If you provide us with all of the necessary login information, we will even upload your site to the host of your choice for free!

Majesty Marble and Granite, Inc. strongly suggests that customers visit our Aston, Pennsylvania Fabrication Facilities to hand select their material. Customers will be shown slabs from different "lots" of the same stone and the customer can select which lot they prefer. After selection, the chosen slabs will be identified with their name and job identifier and placed in a special holding area to await fabrication.

At Stone Building, we build it better than they used to! In the field we use the latest construction methods and techniques to ensure superior quality and craftsmanship in every home we build, and in the office we embrace the latest technology to closely manage schedules, budgets, and a highly skilled network of quality subcontractors.

All of the stone is sorted for particular uses. Prices vary greatly, from $30.00 per ton for gravel, to several hundred dollars per ton for flagstone and specialty stones.

The most common symptom from a kidney stone is the acute onset of severe flank pain due to the stone moving into a position in the kidney or ureter, which causes a blockage or obstruction of the flow of urine. Kidney stone pain is often associated with low back pain and abdominal pain. Kidney stones, especially those in the left kidney, can also cause significant amounts of nausea and even vomiting.

There are various treatment options for managing kidney stones. Some stones may be treated with medication. Other stone types may require surgical intervention. Surgical management may include noninvasive surgery, minimally invasive surgery or infrequently, open surgery.

Depending on the type of stone that you have, your doctor may suggest a dietary modification or medication, which may reduce your risk for future stone formation. Speak with your physician.

Sometimes! We usually have able-bodied assistance available to help you load. We hope that you will share the experience, and if individual stones are too difficult to move alone, we also have equipment to assist us in getting the material into your vehicle.

Place the stone in a clean, dry container. DO NOT PLACE IN FORMALIN. Complete the Non-Gyn Requisition (blue) and submit the specimen to the laboratory.

A Cold Stone Creation™ is a smooth and creamy ice cream treat that combines super-premium ice cream with a variety of fruit, nuts, chocolate and other goodies customized for each customer, creating a mouthwatering dessert.  Creations come in many forms: cups, waffle bowls and cones, shakes, smoothies and cakes.  Choose from our favorite Cold Stone Signature Creations or create your own favorite. Visit our Cold Stone Creations page for details.