{"id":7330,"date":"2018-11-23T12:15:21","date_gmt":"2018-11-23T12:15:21","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.idealgroup.ie\/stone\/?page_id=7330"},"modified":"2022-09-28T10:49:04","modified_gmt":"2022-09-28T09:49:04","slug":"about","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.idealgroup.ie\/stone\/about\/","title":{"rendered":"About"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row type=&#8221;full-width-section&#8221; content_placement=&#8221;middle&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1664358495608{margin-bottom: 0px !important;background-image: url(https:\/\/www.idealgroup.ie\/stone\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2019\/06\/about-img-banner.jpg?id=7523) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}&#8221; el_class=&#8221;header-banner&#8221;][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;CRAFTED WITH GENERATIONS OF EXPERTISE&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:center|color:%23ffffff&#8221; google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Open%20Sans%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C600%2C600italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C800%2C800italic|font_style:300%20light%20regular%3A300%3Anormal&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1551372331886{margin-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221; el_class=&#8221;banner-sub-title&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;INSPIRED BY NATURE&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%23a2eefe&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1551372357173{margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221; el_class=&#8221;banner-title&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;full-width-content&#8221; equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1542977968621{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1542977704108{padding-top: 5vw !important;padding-right: 5vw !important;padding-bottom: 5vw !important;padding-left: 5vw !important;}&#8221; el_class=&#8221;section-border&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;A world of stone&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h4|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1551372500064{margin-bottom: 45px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text]Our granite is sourced from all over the world, each variety displaying characteristics that reflect the unique geology of far-flung destinations like China, India and South America. We select much of our granite by hand to ensure quality and longevity for our customers.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1542977712665{padding-top: 5vw !important;padding-right: 5vw !important;padding-bottom: 5vw !important;padding-left: 5vw !important;}&#8221; el_class=&#8221;section-border&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Bespoke design&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h4|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1551372522202{margin-bottom: 45px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text]From the material to the colour to the profile, our experienced design team will create a bespoke template just for you, so your worktop, counter or fireplace will be one of a kind.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1542977719999{padding-top: 5vw !important;padding-right: 5vw !important;padding-bottom: 5vw !important;padding-left: 5vw !important;}&#8221; el_class=&#8221;section-border&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Exquisitely finished&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h4|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1551372540306{margin-bottom: 45px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text]From intricate edge profiling to detailed CNC cutting, Ideal Stone\u2019s technology and unrivalled expertise pushes the boundaries of what can be achieved with stone and brings distinctive flair to the finished product.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1542980917948{padding-top: 5vw !important;padding-right: 5vw !important;padding-bottom: 5vw !important;padding-left: 5vw !important;}&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Personal service&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h4|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1551372556904{margin-bottom: 45px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text]A family-run company with years of experience, we pride ourselves on the personal touch. Working closely with each client to ensure a thorough understanding of their needs, we\u2019re proud to see every job through from measuring and templates to installation. [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;full-width-content&#8221; equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1542964067365{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1664358510165{background-image: url(https:\/\/www.idealgroup.ie\/stone\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2018\/11\/about-img-heritage.jpg?id=7354) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}&#8221;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;300px&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1542980884912{padding-top: 5vw !important;padding-right: 5vw !important;padding-bottom: 5vw !important;padding-left: 5vw !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}&#8221; el_class=&#8221;border-top&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Our heritage&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|text_align:left|color:%23333030&#8243; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1542978443993{margin-bottom: 15px !important;}&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Crafting stone to exacting standards&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h4|font_size:24|text_align:left|color:%23333333&#8243; google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Open%20Sans%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C600%2C600italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C800%2C800italic|font_style:300%20light%20regular%3A300%3Anormal&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1551372604031{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}&#8221;]<style type=\"text\/css\" >#l_jw65nj7zhx1x2jq4sqa2{width:120px;}#l_jw65nj7zhx1x2jq4sqa2.sc_line ,#l_jw65nj7zhx1x2jq4sqa2 .sc_line { height:1px; background:#333030;}#l_jw65nj7zhx1x2jq4sqa2 {margin:40px 0 40px 0; padding:0;}<\/style><div class=\"clearfix\"><\/div><div id=\"l_jw65nj7zhx1x2jq4sqa2\"  class=\"sc_line rd_line_normal\" ><\/div>[vc_column_text]Ideal Stone was established in 2004 by brothers-in-law David Greacen and Raymond Douglas.<\/p>\n<p>Persistence, passion and a commitment to excellent customer service meant that Ideal Stone grew exponentially in those early days and in 2012, Ideal Group was birthed with the acquisition of Douglas Glassworks. This enabled the company to commence manufacturing glass products for commercial and residential clients across Ireland alongside the rapidly growing market for manufactured and natural stone products.<\/p>\n<p>Today, the Ideal Group occupy a 75,000 sq ft manufacturing facility in Co. Monaghan. The company has invested heavily in technology including precision digital cutting machines, edge polishing and full CNC capability.<\/p>\n<p>Ideal Stone products grace some of Ireland\u2019s most stylish homes and prestigious establishments[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;full-width-content&#8221; equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1542964074124{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1542978187918{padding-top: 5vw !important;padding-right: 5vw !important;padding-bottom: 5vw !important;padding-left: 5vw !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Passionate about stone&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|text_align:left|color:%23333030&#8243; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1551372629608{margin-bottom: 15px !important;}&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Beautiful Natural Colour and Texture&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h4|font_size:24|text_align:left|color:%23333333&#8243; google_fonts=&#8221;font_family:Open%20Sans%3A300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C600%2C600italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C800%2C800italic|font_style:300%20light%20regular%3A300%3Anormal&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1542980417584{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}&#8221;]<style type=\"text\/css\" >#l_ivzt2gsupgqdj2sge2l6{width:120px;}#l_ivzt2gsupgqdj2sge2l6.sc_line ,#l_ivzt2gsupgqdj2sge2l6 .sc_line { height:1px; background:#333030;}#l_ivzt2gsupgqdj2sge2l6 {margin:40px 0 40px 0; padding:0;}<\/style><div class=\"clearfix\"><\/div><div id=\"l_ivzt2gsupgqdj2sge2l6\"  class=\"sc_line rd_line_normal\" ><\/div>[vc_column_text]We\u2019re endlessly inspired by stone. During the cutting and polishing process, the story of what each piece of granite has endured to arrive in our factory is revealed layer by layer. It\u2019s this fascinating beauty that captures the imagination of our customers too.<\/p>\n<p>We travel the world in search of the finest granite slabs, hand selected from some of the world\u2019s most famous quarry locations and guaranteed for a lifetime of beauty and durability.<\/p>\n<p>Most of our quartz slabs are sourced in the UK and represent a fusion of natural resources with human expertise to create an engineered stone with incredible versatility of colour and finish, that is also extremely robust with no need to seal.<br \/>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1664358525194{background-image: url(https:\/\/www.idealgroup.ie\/stone\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2018\/11\/about-img-working.jpg?id=7355) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}&#8221;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;300px&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;full-width-content&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1664358539679{margin-bottom: 0px !important;padding-top: 120px !important;padding-bottom: 120px !important;background-image: url(https:\/\/www.idealgroup.ie\/stone\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2018\/11\/about-img-stone.jpg?id=7360) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Nature\u2019s design&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%23ffffff&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1551372650843{margin-bottom: 15px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;white&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Granite is a naturally-occurring igneous rock formed as magma from beneath the earth\u2019s crust rises and cools, trapping layer upon layer of minerals within. 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