There are few challenges in the installation of the product. Unlike natural stone the SeaStone products are surface milled and calibrated which allow for uniformity in thickness, less mortar and less grout. There is fewer waste. There is no down time sorting through dye lots. SeaStone base matrix of cement and aggregates is consistent, the top surfaces of SeaStone are uniquely characterized by use of the natural elements or process. SeaStone may be mortar set or sand set depending upon design.