Veneer Stone
What is veneer stone? How long does stone veneer siding last? Is veneer stone for the exterior and interior, too? These are the things you usually ask—and here are the answers.
What Is Veneer Stone?
Manufactured or faux stone is made of Portland cement and lightweight natural aggregates. For the coloration, an iron oxide pigment is usually added. The purpose of stone veneer is to create the appearance of real stone siding on your home walls while providing better flexibility and easier upkeep.
What Is Stacked Stone?
Stacked stone is made of individual pieces of stone stacked on top of each other. This is why it is typically thicker than veneer stone. Due to its weight, it may require anchoring or other special support. It is a perfect choice if you wish to create as natural a look as possible.
What Needs to Be Done Before Veneer Stone Installation?
At ProStone, we apply veneer stone to structural surfaces and install it directly to clean brick. First, we adjust the surface so that it is prepared for the veneer stone installation—we clean it, align it, and ensure it is free of debris. Please note that these steps are all done by us, so you do not have to do any specific preparation of your interior or exterior walls.
If you would like to talk to us about a project, we would love to hear from you.
Top Three Reasons to Go for Veneer Stone
Based on our experience, these are the most common reasons to choose stone veneer over natural stone for your home’s walls.
Weight of the Material
Faux stone is lighter, which, in terms of handling and installation, makes it easier to work with. The lightweight veneer stone offers us a wider range of installation options without the need for the fortification of your house structure.
Cost-Effectivity
In some cases, the initial payment for a veneer stone can be higher than for a real one. But from a long-term perspective, veneer stone is more cost-efficient than natural stone—considering the durability of veneer stone. The easier handling of veneer stone also results in lower labor costs.
Sustainability and Durability
To achieve the desired look of stone walls of your home, veneer stone is a perfect fit from an ecological point of view. Most of the projects we did require much less material than if they were done using a natural stone. Veneer stone siding is also famous for its durability—it is highly resistant to weathering and abrasion.
Do You Provide Exterior and Interior Veneer Stone Siding?
Yes, we do. Please, read more in the sections dedicated to Exterior Veneer Stone Siding and Veneer Stone for Interiors.
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