At Great Lakes Stone Essence, artisan stonecutter Matthew Osman brings deep skill and steady craftsmanship to one of Michigan’s most beloved materials: puddingstone. From bold statement pieces to precision-cut tiles, Matthew transforms raw stone into functional, artistic elements that elevate any home.
Whether you’re upgrading a kitchen, reimagining a bathroom, or creating a hearth with character, Matthew brings the expertise and accuracy your home deserves.
Puddingstone is uniquely beautiful — and uniquely challenging. Matthew’s experience with this distinct natural stone ensures every piece is cut with care, precision, and an understanding of the patterns that make puddingstone so striking.
Great Lakes Stone Essence provides:
Custom stone cutting
Precision stone cutting for tight, clean fits
Custom stone shaping for artistic or architectural pieces
Detailed cutting for irregular or natural-edge stone
Professional guidance to preserve the stone’s natural beauty
Each cut is intentional. Each piece is crafted to last.
At Great Lakes Stone Essence, stone cutting is at the heart of creating custom kitchen tiles that showcase the natural beauty of stone like Puddingstone and other materials.
Matthew Osman uses precision equipment—such as lapidary saws—to shape each piece to exact dimensions, ensuring smooth edges, clean lines, and a flawless finish.
This careful process makes it possible to achieve intricate patterns, perfect fits, and seamless installations that elevate any kitchen design.
With proper cutting techniques and an eye for detail, every tile retains the strength, character, and long-lasting durability of the original stone—bringing a timeless, handcrafted touch to your kitchen surfaces.
Stone hearth fireplaces offer a timeless, grounded centerpiece that brings warmth and character to any home. Crafted from natural rock, each hearth and surround showcases unique textures, rich colors, and lasting durability. The hand-cut stone adds a sense of craftsmanship and permanence, creating a cozy gathering place that feels both classic and enduring. Whether modern or rustic in style, a stone hearth fireplace elevates the entire space with natural beauty and long-lasting strength.
Custom shower wall and floor tiles crafted by Matthew Osman bring the natural artistry of stone directly into your bathroom. At Great Lakes Stone Essence, each tile begins as a raw piece of rock—often including locally sourced Puddingstone—that Matthew hand-selects for its color, pattern, and structural integrity. Using professional wet saws, grinders, and polishing tools, he carefully cuts every tile to precise dimensions, ensuring clean lines, smooth edges, and a flawless fit.
Matthew’s craftsmanship allows for a wide range of design possibilities, from simple, elegant layouts to intricate patterns that highlight the unique character of the stone. Because each tile is shaped individually, he can accommodate custom sizes, matching sets, or special design requests that mass-produced materials simply can’t replicate.
Beyond their beauty, these stone tiles are built to last. The natural durability of the material, combined with expert cutting and finishing techniques, ensures each tile can withstand moisture, daily use, and time. The result is a shower space that feels elevated, spa-like, and rooted in authentic craftsmanship—an investment in both style and long-term quality.
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