Buyer guides

Practical guidance for importers, distributors and project buyers sourcing natural stone from China.

Black polished pebbles used in modern landscaping

Why Do Some Black Polished Pebbles Fade?

Why do some black polished pebbles fade outdoors? Learn how raw stone, polishing time, wax and finishing affect their long-term colour.

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White quartz raw material at a quarry in China

Why Should You Import White Quartz from China?

Learn why importers choose white quartz from China for construction, filtration, glass, ceramics and industrial use. Bulk supply from ZZ Stones.

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Wooden export crates of bagged black pebbles, strapped and ready to load, in the warehouse

Planning Your First Stone Import: A Practical Container Guide

Planning your first stone import? Learn how to choose the product, size, finish, packaging and container load when buying stone from China.

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The Zhizhuo sandstone range — walling bricks, strips, tiles and slabs

A Buyer's Checklist for Imported Sandstone

Specify imported sandstone with clear drawings, dimensions, tolerances, finish, natural variation, testing and export-crate requirements.

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