Granite
Lifted from the earth in enormous blocks, granite is the oldest, strongest, and hardest stone available.
Its colors and swirls are what give this material such charisma. Erosion or climatic changes minorly affect most granite making it a perfect fit for decorating and cladding high transit or public areas.
Due to its combination of vigor and good looks, granite has become one of the most highly regarded natural materials for the home interior.
Diverse surface finishes of granite polished, honed, sand blast and flamed and each finish imparts its own distinct look and feel.
Hossam Zeitoun has the largest variety in Egypt, consisting of granite from all over the world.
Onyx
Onyx is a highly decorative material that has is considered a gemstone and used as a decorative surfacing material. Many selections of onyx contain semi-translucent veining that may be backlit, creating a dramatic effect. Onyx was regularly used by the ancient Egyptians to create decorative elements such as bowls and statues. Considered one of our most luxurious materials, it is a highly sought after material because
Travertine
A beautiful natural material, fit for indoor and outdoor installation. Whether it’s polished, filled, or rough, its porous nature gives it its warm feel and beauty.
The beauty of travertine comes from its retaining of grandeur and elegance all through its resistance of time.
Travertine is widely used in commercial spaces, work centers and residential areas because of its suitability for paving, floors, and wall coverings.
Hossam Zeitoun sell a range of high quality travertines that are suitable for your outdoor areas insuring endless durability.
Semi Precious Stones
Hossam Zeitoun offers high-end gemstone decorative panels. From agate to petrified wood, our large collection is supplemented with natural gemstones creating perfect combination of nature and craft. These panels provide a statement of exclusivity for our clients as well as luxury.
Hossam Zeitoun specializes in backlit panels giving you a stunning mixture of lighting and stone creating environments that instantly transform the mood. The lighting brings a never before seen depth to the gemstone that takes on another dimension.
Limestones
Velvety soft and smooth, with subtle surface variations, limestone conveys a feeling of serenity and calm. Often perceived as contemporary in mood, it is perfect for a zen-like minimalist setting.
Lime stone can withstand exposure to fire and exhibit excellent anti slip properties. Its natural physical-mechanical characteristics make them suitable for both interiors and exteriors.
Its surface is often studded with unique seashells and fossils, witnesses to its formations by sedimentary processes underground and in riverbeds.
It has been quarried for centuries and was used in ancient applications, such as the Great Pyramid of Giza.
Marble
Marble is a metamorphic rock, meaning that it was made by the intense pressures and heat deep within the earth, and has the following properties:
- Most marbles are soft, and not very abrasion resistant
- They are not resistant to acids
- They can be polished to a mirror finish
- It is translucent – light can pass through it to the extent of a few millimeters
Marble is prized for the beauty and richness of its finish; it also feels very special underfoot.A valuable addition to every space, adding depth and a touch of luxury. Hossam Zeitoun offers a wide variety of colors with a large range of different tones. Whether its veining, flecks or shine, its properties make it adaptable to every project’s needs, from walls to floors to state of the art counter tops. Hossam Zeitoun is known for its specialty in grade A quality marble with the largest variety in Egypt, consisting of marble from different ends of the world.
Slate
Slate is a fine-grained, foliated metamorphic rock . It is popular for a wide variety of uses because of its durability and attractive appearance.
Slate performs well in application because it can be cut into thin sheets, absorbs minimal moisture, and stands up well in contact with freezing water making it the ideal choice for use on roofs and exterior coverings. Slate has been used in massive projects such as the at Buckingham palace.