Living Beautifully with Marble
Stories, guides, and inspiration for those who believe their home deserves the finest that nature and craft can offer. Explore marble care tips, chess set guides, barware inspiration, kitchen ideas and more — straight from the Artreestry artisans in Richmond, TX.
Passing Down a Marble Collection: How to Document Provenance for the Next Generation
Undocumented objects lose meaning fast once the person who chose them isn't around to explain why. Here's how to record provenance, condi...
A Complete Guide to Fossil Coral Marble — The Rarest Stone in Our Collection
Fossil Coral is one of the rarest stones in our collection. Discover what makes it unique, where it comes from, and why it's so sought af...
What Is Travertine? How It Differs From Marble and Why It Makes Beautiful Homeware
Travertine and marble aren't the same stone. Learn the key differences and why travertine makes beautifully unique, textured homeware.
What Is Green Onyx? The Complete Guide to One of the World's Most Beautiful Stones
One of the world's most striking stones, explained. Discover what green onyx is, where it comes from, and why it's so prized in fine home...
Pairing Marble Chess Pieces With the Right Board Material
Not every board suits every set of pieces. Learn how to pair marble chess pieces with the right board material and finish for a cohesive,...
Climate and Humidity Effects on Marble — Cracking, Staining, and Dulling Explained
Can humidity crack or dull marble? Here's what climate actually does to natural stone homeware, and simple steps to protect your pieces y...
Marble Veining vs Structural Defects — How to Judge Stone Quality
Natural veining is beautiful; structural defects are not. Learn how to tell the difference when judging the quality of a marble piece.
Different Types of Stone Used For Marble Chess Sets
From classic white marble to rare green onyx, explore the different natural stones used to craft handmade marble chess sets — and what se...
How Can You Tell If A Marble Chess Set Is Real?
Not all "marble" chess sets are genuine stone. Learn the simple tests to spot real natural marble versus resin or composite fakes before ...
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