To create a flawless and beautiful outdoor atmosphere following your wishes, start by choosing furniture and picking wall cladding that will give the impression that people will look and stay. Wall cladding and floor will be one of the most important things to get more attention, as it will greatly affect the atmosphere you want to create. The outdoor area becomes the cover of the house, it must be decorated with iconic things to enhance the vibes of the house.

Here are 3 iconic natural stones that can help you get outdoors perfection :

Bali White Palimanan

What makes it iconic ?

  • Bright color – the light color creates a stunning and luxurious look under the sunlight.
  • Versatile – suitable for any designs, both modern and rustic. The finishes and cutting are also available for some types, such as honed, groove, and hexagon and rhombus types.
  • Elegant texture – the fine-grain texture makes this stone look unique and beautiful.

Key issues :

  • Staining – staining from outdoor elements such as oil, wine, muds, moss, can discolor the surface.
  • Softness – as a limestone, it’s softer and more vulnerable than other stones.

Fix the Issues,

  • Apply sealant, use professional-grade sealant that is suitable for natural stone, especially White Palimanan, to prevent stains from outdoor elements. Note : Re-sealing every 12–18 months is recommended in tropical climates to maintain surface integrity (please consult with your project team and supplier).
  • Use in low-traffic areas or vertical surfaces like cladding and walls to reduce surface wear. For floor area, it’s necessary to consult about thickness and maintenance.

Suitable,

♦ Pool decks

♦ Walkways

♦ Wall cladding

♦ Facades

(Pict : Outdoor floor at The Palm House Bali)

Bali Green Sukabumi

What makes it iconic ?

  • Naturally rich in Zeolite – Zeolite is known for water purification. It works as a filtering water agent and helps to remove impurities in water. Improves water clarity and hygiene.
  • Slip-resistant feature – Featured with anti-slip texture, although it has a smooth surface.
  • Stunning green color – Natural green color enhances pool water color to a natural turquoise/green shade. Reflection of sunlight on the water creates a more elegant color.

Key issues :

  • Color Inconsistency – natural variation may result in uneven tones when mixing batches or tiles.
  • Rust stain/Oxidize – some tiles contain iron that can oxidize and leave brown/yellow/orange-like rust stains because if exposed to oxygen or UV light from sunlight. Rust stain can also occur from metal fixtures and tools left on the surface.

Fix the Issues,

  • Consult with the supplier to learn more about the color variation of natural stones. Source from the same supplier to ensure quality instead of color variation.
  • Clean periodically with a low acid level to remove rust stains.
  • Avoid direct contact between stone and metal tools, hardware, and rebar.

Suitable,

♦ Swimming pool

♦ Pool walls

♦ Water feature

(Pict : Swimming pool at InterContinental Maldives Maamunagau Resort by IHG)

Bali Black Lava

What makes it iconic ?

  • High Durability – Compatibility resistant to extreme weather conditions for a long time. This stone is perfect for outdoor use with the right installation and maintenance.
  • Dramatic dark color – The dark color offers dramatic contrast in any design, both modern or tropical.
  • Excellent Slip-resistant texture – Featured anti-slip surface, textured surface gives anti-slip although in wet areas.

Key issues :

  • Porosity – absorbs water quickly because of many holes. It can also lead to moss growth and algae.
  • Efflorescence – white residue (from calcium or salts), may appear after installation. It is often caused by improper installation or alkaline leaching.

Fix the Issues,

  • Use the right sealant to reduce porosity and inhibit algae/moss buildup. Please consult with the supplier to know more information about the right sealant according to the requirement.
  • Use low-alkaline adhesive, soak tiles before installation, and clean tiles from adhesive residue after installation to prevent efflorescence.

Suitable,

♦ Pool decks

♦ Bathroom walls

♦ Water features

(Pict : Pool decks at Hotel Indigo Bali Seminyak Beach by IHG)