The DLA Journal
Material studies, considered interiors and notes from the atelier.
Travertine and marble are both natural calcium-based stones, but they are not the same. Compare their formation, appearance, porosity, finishes, care and best uses before choosing stone furniture.
Marble and travertine are often compared as if the choice were about colour. It is not — they form differently, wear differently, and age along different lines.
Anatolia sits on a collision of continents, which is why its mountains hold an unusual concentration of marble and travertine — and why Pamukkale is travertine still forming.
Discover how to choose a marble or travertine console table for an entrance, living room, dining area or hallway. Compare dimensions, height, stone selection, construction, placement, styling and international delivery before ordering.
A complete guide to choosing a marble, travertine or natural stone desk for a home office, private study or professional workspace. Compare ideal dimensions, ergonomics, stone selection, construction, cable management, finishes, delivery and care before ordering.
A complete guide to choosing a marble or travertine sink for a bathroom, powder room or hospitality project. Compare stone types, basin shapes, dimensions, installation methods, drainage, maintenance and international delivery before ordering.
Learn how to choose the right marble side table for a sofa, armchair or bedside setting. Compare ideal height, dimensions, stone types, construction, placement and styling before ordering a natural stone side table.
Buying a marble coffee table online requires more than choosing an attractive design. This guide explains what to check about natural stone authenticity, construction, dimensions, finishes, veining, production, specialist crating, insurance and international delivery before placing an order.
A complete guide to choosing a custom marble dining table, from dimensions and stone selection to construction, finishes, natural veining and international delivery. Discover how DLA Stone creates made-to-order natural stone furniture for private interiors, designers, architects and commercial projects.
Discover the differences between polished and honed marble finishes. Learn which finish is best for dining tables, coffee tables, and bathroom counters. Expert advice on durability, maintenance, and aesthetics.
Learn how to clean, seal, and maintain marble furniture. Expert tips for protecting your natural stone dining tables, coffee tables, and countertops from stains, scratches, and etching.
Compare marble and onyx for furniture: durability, maintenance, price, and best applications. Learn whether marble or onyx is right for your dining table, coffee table, or bathroom.
Discover Calacatta Viola, one of the rarest Italian marbles. Learn about its origins in Carrara, distinctive purple-grey veining, pricing, and how to incorporate this luxurious stone into your home.
How much table width per person, how many people fit a 180 cm table, how much clearance a room needs, and the height numbers that make a table comfortable.
Choosing the right coffee table size is essential for creating a balanced and functional living room. This guide explains ideal coffee table length, width, height and spacing, while showing why custom natural stone furniture can create a more refined and architectural result.
Travertine coffee tables are becoming one of the strongest natural stone furniture choices for modern interiors. With warm neutral tones, organic texture and a timeless architectural presence, travertine brings a premium yet calm feeling to living rooms. This guide explains why travertine coffee tables are trending, how they compare with marble, how to style them and why custom-made stone furniture creates a more refined result.