For over two decades, UMI Stone has been committed to sourcing and delivering the finest natural stone surfaces on the market. And our process is anything but passive. We travel to the source, inspect every slab, and ensure that only the best materials make it to our showrooms.
Unlike many distributors, our president remains deeply involved in this journey, personally overseeing selections and maintaining relationships with quarry partners around the world. This dedication to quality and innovation is what makes UMI a leader in the industry.
This video takes you behind the scenes, showing the intricate process of bringing premium stone from quarries to homes and businesses. From the rugged mountains where these stones originate to the final showcase in our design centers, we invite you to see firsthand what sets UMI Stone apart.
The UMI Stone Difference: Global Expertise in Natural Stone
The most extraordinary stone surfaces don’t just appear out of thin air. They are sought out, inspected, and carefully selected from the world’s most renowned quarries. UMI sources natural stone from Vietnam, India, Italy, Turkey, and Brazil, ensuring access to some of the rarest and highest-quality materials available.
Our team has spent years cultivating trusted relationships with quarry owners and manufacturers. These partnerships allow us to bring a diverse selection of stones to market, from stunning marbles and granites to exotic specialty slabs. Every slab has a story, including its geological history, the craftsmanship that refines it, and the journey it takes to become part of a breathtaking design. That’s what we strive to showcase.
On-Site Quality Assurance and Trend Spotting
At UMI Stone, quality isn’t something we hope for; it’s something we guarantee. Unlike distributors who simply place orders, we go straight to the source, inspecting materials in person before they ever reach our facilities.
Being on-site at quarries gives us a competitive advantage. It ensures that every slab meets our high standards and allows us to identify emerging trends in stone before they become widely available. We’re always on the lookout for unique textures, colors, and formations, giving our clients access to cutting-edge materials before they hit the mainstream market.
A Closer Look Inside the Process
The above video captures the fascinating journey of natural stone, from extraction to installation. Each step is a meticulous process that ensures the beauty and durability of every slab, from remote quarries directly to your doorstep. Here’s a closer look at the footage featured in the video.
Sourcing and Extraction
The story begins in remote quarries, where stone is carved from towering mountains. Aerial drone footage showcases these breathtaking landscapes, giving you a glimpse into the sheer scale of these operations. Massive machinery carefully extracts raw slabs, cutting them with precision to preserve their natural patterns and integrity.
Precision Craftsmanship
Once extracted, the slabs undergo a detailed refinement process. Cutting, washing, and smoothing bring out the true character of each stone. Our video highlights the precision and skill involved in shaping these materials, ensuring that every piece meets our exacting standards.
Expert hands carefully polish and finish each slab, enhancing its color and veining. This meticulous attention to detail is what makes our luxury stone collection stand out. Every surface is as flawless as nature intended.
Quality Control and Logistics
As you might expect, not all stone slabs make the cut. Each slab is rigorously inspected before it’s approved for shipment. Our team evaluates every surface for consistency, structural integrity, and aesthetic appeal. Only those that meet our high expectations move forward in the process.
From there, the slabs embark on a global journey. Shipping containers transport them across the sea, passing under bridges and through ports on their way to UMI’s state-of-the-art facilities. Every step is carefully managed to ensure that these valuable materials arrive in perfect condition.
Showcasing the Stone
Once the stone reaches our warehouses, it’s time for customers to experience its beauty up close. Aerial shots of our expansive facilities capture the scale of our inventory, while inside the warehouses, rows of pristine slabs await their future homes.
In our design centers, homeowners, designers, and fabricators can explore the full collection. Customers run their hands over polished surfaces, take photos, and imagine how each piece will transform their space. This direct interaction is an essential part of the selection process. After all, nothing compares to seeing natural stone in person.
Elevate Your Space with UMI Stone
What sets UMI Stone apart isn’t just our extensive inventory or our global reach. It’s our dedication to excellence at every stage of the process. From quarry to showroom, we are hands-on, ensuring that every slab meets the highest quality standards imaginable.
With 17 design centers and over 1 million square feet of top-tier stone, we are equipped to handle projects of any size. Whether you’re renovating a kitchen, designing a luxury bathroom, or sourcing materials for a large-scale commercial project, we have the perfect stone for you.
Are you ready to transform your space with the world’s finest stone? Contact us today to get started!
