Begin with a piece schedule
Give each part a unique reference. For each reference list quantity, length, width, thickness and stone selection. Keep the units consistent and identify whether dimensions are finished sizes. A schedule makes revisions easier to trace.
Show the details that change the work
Include edge profiles, mitres, holes, cut-outs, visible faces and adjoining pieces. Mark vein direction and any bookmatching intent. Drawings should identify the revision and any dimensions that still require site measurement.
Define the surface
State the finish and whether the back and edges need treatment. For travertine, include the cut direction and fill requirements. Ask for a sample that reflects the proposed production finish, rather than relying on a photograph alone.
Coordinate before cutting
Ask the project team to approve the shop drawings, seam positions and interfaces. Support and fixing design belong in the project coordination process. Do not assume a decorative panel or countertop can span a given distance without review.
Make quotations comparable
Ask suppliers to state inclusions, exclusions, tolerances, packing, delivery scope and lead time assumptions. Separate unresolved details from approved requirements. A clear quotation should make changes visible before production begins.
Attach the right references
Prepare a dimensioned PDF, a piece schedule and any useful detail drawings. CAD files can support the review, but a clearly marked drawing remains important for understanding the requested scope.