We're hearing a lot about blue stone recently and for good reason. This 'natural' stone is actually quarried in the United States and comes in a whole variety of beautiful hues. Bluestone is very versatile and is used to make many things for both indoors and outdoors.

In the home, it's probably best known for its use in wall decorations, but it can also be found for surfaces such as countertops, tabletops, and even flooring. For floors, it is cut into tiles and is mostly found in kitchens and bathrooms.

Because blue stone comes in a variety of shades, it can be very adaptable to interior décor. We have a very long table in our dining room which has a lacquered bluestone stop, and it really is a striking piece of quality furniture. We also have a matching drinks trolley which together make for a very unique set.

I wouldn't say we're obsessed with blue stone but we've had the patio area laid with some rough textured tiles of various hues and they really bring a soft yet rustic feel to the area. With a couple of stained glass wooden patio doors as a backdrop, and 2 large big leafed potted plants, our patio really is an absolutely wonderful place to just sit and relax of an evening.

If ever you get the landscaper gardeners in, or want to redesign your own garden of Eden, take a look at how blue stone can play a part in your plans. It's very versatile, it's very colorful, and it can really beautify a garden if used in a creative way. Patios, walkways, walls, ponds, pebbles, or stepping stones are all doable in bluestone, so play around with the designs until you find a style that you get drawn to.

So, whether your thinking about an indoor or an outdoor project, think bluestone and give your home a whole new look.