How to Store and Transport Flexible Stone

Flexible stone ships in cartons that must be stored with the sealed openings facing upward, stacked no more than 1 meter high on pallets raised at least 10 cm off the ground. Keep panels dry and ventilated, and unload cartons with care to avoid edge damage. This guide explains how to store and transport flexible stone so panels arrive and stay in perfect condition.

How Flexible Stone Is Packaged

Flexible stone panels ship in sealed cartons designed to protect the surface and edges during transit. The cartons are marked with the opening direction - always keep the sealed openings facing upward during storage so the panels stay flat and protected.

Storage Requirements

• Store cartons with the sealed openings facing upward.
• Stack cartons no more than 1 meter (about 3.3 feet) high.
• Place pallets raised at least 10 cm (about 4 inches) off the ground.
• Keep the storage area dry and ventilated; avoid standing water and direct ground contact.
• Do not store panels outdoors in rain or standing water.

Transport and Unloading

When panels are delivered to the site, unload them with care. Lift cartons rather than dragging them, and avoid dropping or sliding them against hard surfaces. Edge damage is the most common transit defect, and it is almost always caused by rough handling during unloading.

Handling Panels on Site

Carry panels flat or on edge with support, never by a single corner. Keep panels in their cartons until the moment of installation, and store them in the room where they will be installed for 24 hours so they acclimate to the temperature and humidity.

What to Check on Delivery

• Inspect cartons for damage before signing for delivery.
• Check panels for edge chips, cracks and surface damage.
• Verify the product, color and quantity match your order.
• Report any damage to the supplier immediately with photos.