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What natural stone actually costs, which lighting layout works in a real room, and the mistakes that turn a good specification into an expensive one. Written for people building or renovating a house — not for the trade.
- StoneMarble, granite, limestone, travertine
- LightingLayout, fittings, colour temperature
- CostsWhat drives the number up or down
- SupplyLead times, packing, shipping
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