We can transport slabs between branches Australia-wide. Contact us to find your ideal stone today.

We encourage you to pre-book an appointment before visiting our Selection Centres. This allows us to prepare our stone slabs and customize your experience. You can book an appointment online or by sending an email to sales@jlmarble.com.au.

Yes, the images on our website are photographs of the actual stone slabs we have in stock.

Yes, natural stone slabs can have subtle variations in color and pattern, even within the same block.

Bookmatching is the technique of placing two consecutive stone slabs side by side to create a mirror image effect with the natural veining. This technique is ideal for stones with strong vein patterns, like Calacatta.

Each J&L Marble branch allocates between 30 minutes to one hour for stone viewing appointments. Your allocated time may vary based on the local branch and the day of your booking. Check your booking confirmation email for details.

Calacatta is a luxury marble sourced exclusively from Italy. “Culcatta” is often a misspelling of Calacatta and may refer to white marbles from Kolkata, India.

You can put a stone on hold with a 30% deposit, and we will hold it for four weeks. After this period, full payment is required, or you can receive your deposit back if the stone doesn’t suit your needs.

Contact us with your specific requirements, and we will guide you through the process from selection to fabrication and installation.

Natural stone is unique and suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. Engineered stone, made from stone chips and resins, is designed for indoor use and offers consistent coloring.

Yes, we sell stone offcuts. Please contact us for details on availability and pricing.

Yes, we welcome direct purchases from homeowners. Visit our website or showroom to select your stone slabs.

Yes, you can buy a slab now, and we offer free storage for up to 3 months. Extended storage is available for a nominal fee.

Yes, our experienced team can help you choose the best type of stone for your project based on your needs and preferences.

Yes, we encourage customers to visit our showroom to see the stone slabs in person before making a decision.

On average, it takes 12-16 weeks for natural stone to arrive from the day of purchase. This period can vary based on availability and shipping times.

Yes, many homeowners prefer marble for its elegant veining and appearance. Granite is another popular choice due to its durability and variety of colors.

The price depends on the type of stone, size of the slab, thickness, edge profile, sink type, and specific application.

We offer a wide range of edge profiles, from simple pencil round edges to more complex mitred edges. The choice depends on your design and budget.

Yes, using a mitred edge technique, we can create the look of a thicker edge, up to 200 mm, from a 20 mm slab.

Yes, particularly darker granites, which are durable and visually appealing for outdoor settings.

Natural stone slabs are ideal for fireplace surrounds due to their beauty and durability.

Yes, we can create custom designs and inlays on stone benchtops to add a unique touch to your kitchen.

Generally, we do. Most of our marbles and limestones are available in tiles. Talk with your sales consultant about the tiles you need regarding both quantity and material.

Yes, sealing helps protect the stone from stains and spills, maintaining its beauty over time.

We recommend a high-quality penetrating sealer to protect the stone from grease, oil, dirt, and water.

The resealing frequency depends on the stone type and the sealer used. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for the best results.

Use warm water and a mild dish detergent or a stone-specific cleaner available from hardware stores to clean your stone.

Yes, placing hot items directly on the stone can cause damage. Always use a trivet to protect your benchtop from hot pots and pans.

Marble is well-known for its luxurious aura and natural beauty and is hugely popular for kitchen benchtops and bathrooms. Marble is available in an unlimited range of colors, including white, grey, black, brown, pink, red, green, blue, beige, gold, cream, and more.

Granite is the signature rock of planet earth. It is strong, has very distinctive characteristics such as high polish, and is resistant to acid and weathering. Granite is available in a variety of colors, including dark brown, dark grey, black, green, light grey, and white.

Limestone is often light or dark grey and has become a popular choice for bathrooms, walls, and floors. It is also available in white, beige, and cream color options, adding natural texture to any space. Limestone is sought after for contemporary designs.

Sealing your stone with a product like Lithofin StainStop protects it from damage by penetrating and sealing the pores, making the stone resistant to stains from liquids such as wine and lemon juice.

Yes, granite, like all natural stone, contains pores and capillaries which require proper sealing to prevent staining and damage.

Apply Lithofin WAX-OFF to the spot, let it work for 10-15 minutes while brushing occasionally, then rinse the surface with clear water.

Cleaning the surface with Lithofin MN Outdoor Cleaner will restore the surface to its original condition. For preventive measures, treat the surface with Lithofin ALGEX once a year, preferably in spring.