Jerusalem Limestone

One of the oldest cities on earth, heralded for scores of Old Testament stories and New Testament events with Biblical implication, the country is one of the oldest in existence. It lay between the Mediterranean sea, and the Dead sea. After being torn down two times, and repaired each time, the country itself was then recaptured. The life of Jerusalem has been part of western culture since 4000 BCE. Specifically, the building materials that were used and crafted for centuries. Jerusalem Limestone has been quarried for all types of homes and it is everywhere in Israel. These stones come in grays, whites, ochers and red. The stone is strong and long lasting as well. These are ancient materials that have made the very temples that Jesus walked has been coveted for centuries.

The stone is strong, and long lasting. Centuries later those with a love for ancient materials have seen that value of Jerusalem limestone. It is the oldest source available and offers you the best unmatched value you can get in the Pittsburgh area and the globe.

The highlands of Israel are the primary placed for sedimentary limestone and dolomitic limestone. It can go from pink, to yellow, and then to a darker hue. While it is a softer stone, the value lay in the place from which it comes. Our customers want to say that they have a floor from Jerusalem’s ancient times. We can’t say that we blame them.