The other type of product out there resembles what masons call "rubble masonry" and is the more traditional look. In rubble masonry, stones are put on the wall in no particular pattern, and the stones are staggered as much as possible. The rubble look sometimes is available in panels, but usually consists of individual stones with a mortar joint between each one. There is slightly more work involved in assembling a rubble thin stone veneer project.
rubble thin stone veneer fireplace
Thin stone veneer can be bought in almost every tile store, home improvement store, or masonry supply store, and ranges in price from $5 a square foot, to $25. Both rubble, and ashlar thin stone veneer have separate pieces for corners, that are usually twice the price per foot than what you would pay for regular pieces. Products are available in either artificial (faux), or natural stone. Natural stone products are slightly more expensive.
The way the stone is installed depends on which product is being installed, and whether its outside, or inside. A quality installation involves accurate cutting of the stone with a diamond blade wet saw. It also involves gauging the height and laying out the stone to avoid or hide unsightly small cuts. There might be some demolition involved, because stone veneer is too heavy to be installed directly to drywall. Scaffolding might be needed for high to reach areas. The time the installation takes varies greatly with which product, and method is used. A small job may take a day, a big job may take a week.
No matter which product you get, it doesn't automatically mean the end result is going to be spectacular. You can choose the cheapest product and have great results, and you can also choose the most expensive product and have to tear it all down, because it wasn't done right. A good installer should know the best method of installing the stone, and most importantly should care about the final result, as much as you do. It's the detail work that makes the final result breathtaking.
If your in the Ottawa area contact Tundra Masonry today for a free consultation, and estimate, for all your masonry needs.
Thin stone veneer panel with a staggered edge
What is Thin Stone veneer?
Thin stone veneer is a decorative, and protective covering for walls, that can be installed anywhere. It's a great choice for people with both modern and traditional decorating ideas. But, where do you buy stone veneer? What products are out there? What is involved, and how long will it take to complete the project? And who is qualified, and capable of doing a great job. All great questions, that I will answer!
There are two different types of thin stone veneer products to choose from. One type of product consists of cleanly cut small pieces of stone, glued together to make a panel of stone. Stone panels usually make a modern look, and they resemble what masons call "ashlar masonry" because of the clean cut look. The inexpensive stone panels usually come from home improvement stores, and they are worth while considering for your project. The expensive stone panels are more accurately assembled, so you would have less small gaps between each panel when installed beside one another. Expensive stone panels are also thicker and are put together with more care so for instance you wouldn't see glue oozing out between the stones within the panel. You definitely get what you pay for. However, one thing to look out for is the staggered edged panels that some expensive products seem to not have. A staggered edge on each panel blends together, and adds cohesion to the assembled wall.
rubble thin stone veneer panels