Natural stone is our core area of expertise at the Hochwert Library, where we can draw on extensive experience and expertise. For any natural stone you can imagine, we help you refine your project. Working with natural stone is demanding. As your material partner, we find the right stone from the appropriate quarry at the best price. Thanks to our close connections – from the quarry through production to on-site installation – we accompany you as a reliable problem-solver in all matters relating to natural stone.
Natural Stone
Natural Stone
Natural stone is our core area of expertise at the Hochwert Library, where we can draw on extensive experience and expertise. For any natural stone you can imagine, we help you refine your project.
Explore Our Natural Stone Collection
About Natural Stone
Natural stone is more than a surface – it is history that has grown over time. Every slab is a unique piece with its own grain and texture, lending depth and character to spaces. For architects and designers, natural stone offers creative versatility: from understated elegance to bold, expressive statements. Private clients appreciate its longevity and timeless aesthetic that outlasts trends.
Natural stone ages gracefully, develops a patina and gains personality with the years. It connects us with nature, creating atmosphere and permanence. In a world of quick solutions, natural stone is a conscious choice for quality, authenticity and values that endure.
Our Approach
Interested in the Hochwert Library? Book your first appointment with us by phone, email or via the website.
In an introductory meeting, we find out together how we can provide you with the greatest benefit as your material partner.
Together we find all the materials for your project and answer any material questions or challenges you may have.
After your material order, we stay in the loop to help you with any technical and/or implementation questions you may have.
Experience Natural Stone in Zürich
Interested in what we offer? Simply come by and experience our materials for yourself. We provide individual and tailor-made services from project to project – everything related to material questions, expert knowledge and orders can be handled by us.
Just bring your ideas and project details. Introductory and exploratory conversations are always free of charge with us. Together we will find a collaboration that suits you.
Whatever you are building — we help you take the first step with confidence.
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For kitchen worktops, denser and harder stones like granite, quartzite or dolomite perform best — resistant to scratches and heat. Marble is aesthetically very popular but requires more maintenance and regular sealing. Hochwert Library advises you individually on which stone best suits your requirements, style and budget.
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Bathrooms demand stones that handle moisture well. Granite and quartzite are excellent choices — dense, hard-wearing and naturally water-resistant when sealed. Marble works beautifully in bathrooms but needs sealing and consistent care to prevent staining. For shower floors, a honed or brushed finish is recommended over polished, as it provides better grip underfoot. Hochwert Library helps you match the right stone and finish to every bathroom surface.
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The finish changes the entire feel of a stone. A polished finish is glossy and reflective, bringing out the depth of colour and veining — best for walls and low-traffic surfaces. A honed finish is matte and smooth, more understated and forgiving of everyday marks. A brushed or leathered finish has a tactile, slightly textured surface that adds warmth and hides scratches well. Hochwert Library carries samples of all finishes so you can compare them side by side before deciding.
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Always use a pH-neutral cleaner and avoid acidic products like vinegar or lemon juice, which can etch and dull the surface. Wipe up spills quickly, especially on marble. For polished surfaces, avoid abrasive cleaning pads. Hochwert Library provides stone-specific care recommendations for every material it supplies, so you know exactly what to use from day one.
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Very often, yes. If you bring a sample, a photo or even just a description, Hochwert Library uses its supplier network to find the closest match — or something even better. With direct connections to quarries across Europe, Brazil and beyond, the range of available material goes well beyond what is displayed in the showroom at any given time.