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In our company we have modern mechanical equipment but at the same time we maintain the traditional ways of approaching materials. After all, handmade finishes always have unique beauty and timeless value, just like the greek natural Karystos rocks themselves.

In the last decade we have an Artistic Department where we have dedicated a special wing to our facilities, with special emphasis on the people who staff it, competent people with passion, love and knowledge for materials, specialized sculptors and craftsmen who breathe life into the most demanding construction often using enough complex techniques to reach the perfect final result!

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When we decide to slate a hallway, garden, courtyard, ramp or sidewalk, Karystos Natural Stone is an excellent choice! It is a relatively easy, fast and above all economical solution. Whereas in case in the future we want to perform any work on the subsoil e.g. passage of cables, pipes, we break these plates and when the work is finished we reposition new ones without showing at all the work done. The steps you should take to select and place the pavement slabs are as follows:

Design & Selection of Slates

After drawing the work on paper with special care and on the technical part for safety and proper operation, mark on the ground the piece you want to cover. The next step is to form the subsoil and select the plates. In KARYSTOLITHOS there is a wide variety of sizes, shapes and colors, there is also a wide variety in terms of the texture of the final surface. Options are available in relation to texture, in addition to the simple, there are also: the beat which gives a wild and embossed non-slip surface, and the sandblast which is like the hit but has a softer embossed non-slip surface. When you place the order you will need to calculate some extra quantity + 5% because cuts will need to be made to fit properly at the edges.

 Substrate Construction & Placement

The installation of pavement slabs requires a hard and flat surface. If the ground is not stable you must drop concrete (concrete) at least 6 cm for substrate. If the ground is stable place only 3A (sand) as base material on the surface to be laid. Place a base material of at least 6 cm each time, then wet and compress the substrate, making sure that it provides the appropriate gradients for rainwater runoff. Around the surface you will construct it is necessary a stable frame that ensures their containment and good preservation of the shape of the project over time. Start placing the pavement slabs along the longest straight side and at a 90 degree angle with the house or other structure, it makes it easier. Continue extending along the longest straight side. For the installation we use cement mortar (mud) which enters between the plates and the ground to weld but also to give the appropriate gradients. The cement mortar consists of sand-cement-lime and water. You must be careful that the cement mortar is sufficient and that there is no gap between the ground and the plate to create as compact a surface as possible. On surfaces where cars press for better stabilization, the plates should be placed with appropriate. The gap of the joint is usually 1 cm. At the edges of the construction you return to make the necessary cuts in the right sizes to fit the edges and thus seal the whole construction. When you see that you are having difficulty, we will be happy to provide you with any help you need regarding the application of natural karysto rocks.

Waterproofing & Stocking

Optionally and for extra durability, stain protection and less maintenance, waterproof the plates. Do very good cleaning before and choose a suitable commercial waterproofing product, apply it following the manufacturer’s instructions for use, For the joint mix marble dust with cement and dilute it with water so that it penetrates and fills the gaps of the joints. After you have made the stocking material, put it in a jug and start stocking by filling the joints. Allow the material to dry a little and then wipe it with a hard brush and a sponge with water, but be careful because if you allow the material to dry enough then it will be difficult to clean. For high aesthetic result and quality of construction it is preferable to contact a specialized workshop. who has experience with the application of natural Karystos slates.

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Karystos Natural Stone is a highly durable material that will give your space an unparalleled aesthetic, warmth, extra value with excellent resistance to time and climatic conditions. It offers another note in decoration and completes the image of the space since it is a material that can create a sense of warmth and intimacy in any space applied. Whether it’s a total home renovation or individual indoor changes, natural rocks are a very interesting choice.

Modern decorating trends allow the placement of natural rocks on almost all the walls of the house, living room, bathroom, bedroom, kitchen, fireplace. We have several solutions for all areas, and if you want to know more, browse our page or call us at 2224300390 and we will be happy to serve you!

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Why us!

For the variety of our products. With 2 active quarries we can say with certainty that such variety will not find anywhere.
For our know-how. With over 40 years of experience in the field, you allow us to say that natural stone is our second nature.
For the perfect sorting of rocks.
For the quality of our work.
For the efficiency of our production.
For responsibility in tradition. Our proven cooperation with all kinds of means of transport ensures economic benefit to the customer, and guarantees speed and safety.
For the uniqueness with which we work, because for us our work is our passion.
For Continuous Quality Controls.
For the selective and specialized treatment of natural rocks.

All of us at KARYSTOLITHOS know very well how important it is to have a functional and beautiful space, to feel comfortable and to be able to take care of it with ease at all times of the day. It’s important to make you feel as familiar every day as the first day you used it. Our company has a wide variety of natural Karystos slate stones in dimensions and colors so that you can choose exactly what your space needs. We also provide a multi-year warranty for all our products

KARYSTOLITHOS has the know-how it has acquired and developed through its more than 40 years of production. The company utilizes state-of-the-art equipment that enables it to provide products with the most modern characteristics. Our products have quality certificates according to Greek and international standards and are accompanied by CE marking, which makes them suitable not only for domestic use but also for large projects as they meet all the required specifications.

Browse our website, visit our exhibition or contact one of the stores in our partner network

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If any piece of stone needs to be changed this is very easy since we follow the method, ”one take out-one put”, and this is an advantage of natural Karystos stone. Clean the old material well and slightly rough the substrate to better stick the new mud or tile glue. Then place the new piece, later in 2-3 days the joint and we are done. The creation of material for both the substrate and the grouting can be done with cement, or tile glue.

In the case of only a few cracks with a small opening, it is sufficient to cover with a special resin-resistant thick material at the cracks opened, of course cleaning is required before. And finally we apply and infuse with the special transparent hydrophobic acrylic resin, which, when it dries, really makes the place beautiful, ties perfectly to the surface, and at the same time protects the rock from the years, the sun, the cold or the heat. For reasons of uniformity, sealing and anti-slip protection, as well as against stains, it is recommended to apply to the whole surface at the same time.

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The device is a very important step towards the proper completion of construction as it protects against erosion (rain, air) which can cause cracks and destruction of this part of the building. It excludes entry into unwanted insects that like to nest in the joints, provides better soundproofing conditions, and finally it shapes the very nice aesthetic of a stone structure, as it usually emphasizes its own stones. Τhe wonderful waters of the natural stone of Karystos give a special warmth to every space.

Task Order:

Important energy before adaptation is good cleaning from old sockets and previous joints, with the help of a pressurized machine with water, and we allow it to dry very well. Then we mix our mix with the help of concrete or electrical tools, making sure we make a homogeneous mix, not too nerky to stand, but not too dry to easily pass through the joints and spread properly.

With the help of a thin spatula, we fill the gaps of the joints, trying to get our material into the cavities of the joints as deep as possible. We stop as soon as they are well filled and a mountain is formed between the two stones and let it dry. Before the mixture is dry for good and hardened, using the same spatula, remove the extra material that we put together while compressing the mixture in the outline of the stones. We let it get a little harsher, and with the help of a hard brush, we clean the stones and we melt the joint even more so that it comes in the same straight as the natural plate. Attention, he wants us not to leave the hardware and it gets tough, and we can’t work on it.

The last piece of work that highlights the whole structure is the stone polish dye, which emphasizes its color (as if it were wet) and seals the wall from the water, forming a waterfall. If the joint is white and needs another coloring, we can color the joint. This can be done by using gray cement (gray grate), by adding a ceramidal powder (ceramic number), or by adding another color to the powder when the material is created. You’ll find a lot of colors and varnishes in the marketplace that fit the greek natural Karistos stone.

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It undoubtedly increases the value of the building, we all remember from our travels more easily the impressive stone buildings that usually stand out from all the other buildings. It also adds timeliness, beauty, elegance, luxury, superficial appearance, economy, resilience to construction, and weather protection since the insulation capacity of a stone lining will be your best ally in any time of year! The combination of a healthier living environment, the resilience of construction & renovation, the economy, insulation by avoiding humidity and the final appearance that will gain impressions, puts natural rocks at the top of every construction that we want to protect from weather and at the same time highlight.

The stone wall lining offers another note in decoration and completes the image of your space. Karystos natural slates and rocks aim to meet a wide range of options and aesthetic requirements while keeping high quality, low price, durability and functionality untradable.

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The pool is a particular piece of study in the process of architectural design of a structure, whether we are talking about business areas such as tourism and entertainment (hotels, cafes, beach bar, gymnasiums, fitness studios, health care facilities), or in residential areas, internal or external, open or housed.

The materials used in the design of a pool vary according to their type and cost, and may be natural materials (marble, rock, wood) or technical (ceramics, concrete, plastics (PVC)). An elegant and safe pool that brings new customers into the business every day will bring greater value than a cheap solution that people avoid using, and we should take this seriously when selecting the materials to be applied. Karystos natural stone gives exotic luxury and warmth to any application.

Why would I choose a natural stone for the pool?

The Greek Famoys Karystian Natural Stone ensures high strength, quality, timeliness and unparalleled aesthetics. Moreover, the use of natural stone over other materials in any construction achieves both the aesthetic and qualitative upgrading of construction, as from the age of age it is considered to be a material symbol of high quality, aesthetics and luxury, often characterizing the social position of its owners!

It is worth mentioning that the application of modern technologies to the processing of natural stone can give different views to the material (matte, chart, polished, combed, etc.) which is fully in line with modern or classical structures. In this way it can be easily combined and connected in harmony with any other structural material, as well as time makes it more beautiful and more valuable in modern construction. Finally, its ecological nature is an excellent choice for sustainable and sustainable architectural applications.

What should I know before I decide?

The Karystian Natural Stone can be applied to almost every surface of a pool, in the surrounding area, in the walls, in the floodgates, in the phases and in the sowraps, in the rainchannels. The wide variety of colors and surface processing satisfy both legal requirements and construction regulations, and any architectural and ornamental aesthetics.

The main factors determining the cost of a pool are the quality and dimensions of the materials, the design of the pool and, of course, the nature of the materials. Corestos natural rocks are resilient and economical!

Is a pool of natural stone safe?

There is no risk to safety since the stones we produce for use in swimming pools pass through special processing (using techniques such as ammodosis, brushing, aging and hitting) that provides an anti-slip finish. The rocks are also corroded to protect them from moisture and chemical water cleaners. At the same time, erosion makes natural rocks more resistant to all kinds of stains (e.g. oil, coffee, soft drinks) and protects them from extreme weather conditions and erosion

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