Blogs

Corridor hand-carved solid marble bench by Stone Atelier By SKL
The Stone Atelier Collection: Bathtubs, Sinks, Benches & Sculptures
A guide to the full Stone Atelier By SKL collection of hand-carved natural stone bathtubs, sinks, benches and sculptures, and how to choose the pieces that belong together. Read more...
Indian Panda marble oval ribbed stone bathtub carved by Stone Atelier By SKL in Jaipur
Sourcing Natural Stone Bathtubs and Fixtures from India: A Guide for Trade Buyers
How trade buyers, distributors and designers can source made-to-order natural stone bathtubs, sinks, benches and sculptures from our Jaipur workshop, including lead times, freight and Incoterms. Read more...
Oval ribbed Black Marquina marble bathtub hand-carved by Stone Atelier By SKL
Specifying Natural Stone Bathtubs for Hotel & Hospitality Projects
A practical guide for architects, designers and hotel developers on specifying hand-carved natural stone bathtubs: stone selection, weight and structure, lead times, ordering and delivery. Read more...
Compact stone soaking bathtub hand-carved from Indian Carrara marble by Stone Atelier By SKL
Stone Bathtub Shapes & Sizes: How to Choose the Right Fit
Oval, rectangular or corner? A practical guide to natural stone bathtub shapes, our standard sizes, and how to choose the right fit for your bathroom. Read more...
Hand-carved travertine freestanding oval bathtub by Stone Atelier By SKL
How to Care for a Natural Stone Bathtub: Cleaning & Sealing Guide
How to clean, seal and protect a natural stone bathtub: a simple daily routine, the products to avoid, and how often to reseal marble, travertine and granite. Read more...
Stone Bathtub Weight & Floor Load: What You Need to Know
Stone Bathtub Weight & Floor Load: What You Need to Know
How much does a natural stone bathtub weigh, and what does that mean for your floor? A practical guide to weight, structural load, and safe installation. Read more...
Natural stone sink carved from Indian Black marble by Stone Atelier By SKL
Natural Stone Sinks vs Ceramic: Cost, Durability, and How to Choose
A natural stone sink is hand-carved from a single block of stone, prized for its durability, one-of-a-kind veining, and lasting design. Read more...
Marble vs Acrylic Bathtubs: Cost, Durability, and How to Choose
Marble vs Acrylic Bathtubs: Cost, Durability, and How to Choose
A marble bathtub is a tub hand-carved from a single block of natural marble, prized for its durability, unique veining, and timeless bathroom look. Read more...
Natural stone samples and architectural drawings on a designer's desk
Specifying Natural Stone: A Guide for Architects & Designers
Specifying solid stone furniture for a project — whether a private residence, hotel suite, or landscaped terrace — involves different considerations than sourcing manufactured fixtures. Stone is heavier, more variable,... Read more...
Craftsman carving a block of pale marble by hand
The Art of Carving Natural Stone: Inside Our Atelier
Every Stone Atelier by SKL piece begins as a raw block, selected by hand for its veining, density, and colour. Our master carvers spend weeks — sometimes months — releasing... Read more...