Journal

Journal

Stone, sizes and rooms: short, practical reads for homes in Singapore.

  1. GiftsMarble and stone gifts under S$100 84 stone gifts from S$29: fruit bowls, trays, soap dispensers, bookends and candle holders, with ideas by who they are for and delivery i... · 3 min read
  2. StonesCalacatta Viola: the plum-veined marble, and how to style it What Calacatta Viola is, Italian or Turkish, how designers style it with walnut and brass, and how to care for it, with pieces from S$39 ... · 5 min read
  3. SizingSide table height: how tall, and how far from the sofa Match the sofa arm, within about 5 cm. How tall a side table should be, how far from the sofa, and what size of top you need, with real p... · 4 min read
  4. CareHow to remove etch marks and water rings from marble Dull ring or dark stain? How to tell an etch from a stain on marble and travertine, what you can fix at home, and when to call a stone re... · 6 min read
  5. StonesTravertine or sintered stone? What changes day to day Travertine is quarried, sintered stone is made in a kiln. What that changes for stains, heat, scratches, chips and repairs, with sources,... · 5 min read
  6. Singapore homesHDB flat sizes in 2026, and which coffee table fits Median 3-, 4- and 5-room flat sizes from 44,375 HDB resales, why older flats are often bigger, and how to check which coffee table fits y... · 6 min read

Guides

Choose with confidence.

  1. 4 minMarble, travertine or onyx: how to chooseMarble, travertine and onyx compared: look, finish, care and best uses, plus sintered stone for low care. Stone facts from the Natural Stone Institute.Read the guide
  2. 4 minCoffee table size guide: length, height and spacingHow big should a coffee table be? About two thirds of the sofa, 40–45 cm from the seat, level with the cushion. Sizes by...Read the guide
  3. 4 minDining table size guide: seats, shapes and space60 cm per person, 90 cm behind each chair. Dining table sizes for 4, 6 and 8 people, round or rectangular, and the room...Read the guide
  4. 3 minCaring for marble, travertine and onyx furnitureDaily care for marble, travertine and onyx: pH-neutral cleaner, blot spills, no vinegar. How to tell an etch from a stain, and what sealing...Read the guide
  5. 3 minDelivering stone furniture in Singapore: what to prepareWhat to measure and check before stone furniture arrives in Singapore: lift, doors, building rules, delivery costs and what to do on delivery day.Read the guide