Stone Veneer
With stone veneer products, you can achieve the beauty and durability of stone without the cost, installation challenges, and weight of full-sized stones. Stone veneer is perfect for interior or exterior wall design because it is a fraction of the weight of dimensional stone. And it provides greater flexibility in avoiding complicated structural requirements while delivering huge savings in installation time and labor.
Adhered stone veneers have become increasingly popular in residential and commercial construction, with slim profiles that give designers, builders, and architects great flexibility and many new options in remodeling and new construction.
Thin stone veneers can be applied directly to a solid facing and are only 3/4-inch to 1 1/4-inch in average thickness, and they weigh 15 pounds or less per square foot. This eliminates load-bearing requirements and reduces architectural engineering costs since there is a reduction in the need for structural reinforcements. It also means that stone veneer products are ideal for areas that can’t support a heavy load or when there is limited space, and they are much easier and less expensive to install than full-sized dimensional stones.
Natural Stone Veneers
Natural stone veneers are quarried from the earth and they deliver unique and natural looks that do not fade over time. Available in a wide variety of styles and colors, natural stone veneers are also highly durable and exhibit very little water absorption, meaning you can avoid efflorescence and powdery deposits that often appear on the face of masonry walls.
Cultured Stone Veneers
Cultured stone veneers are cast stone products that offer many benefits compared to real stone. The installed cost of cast stone is typically significantly lower than quarried stone while still offering the same natural look and variety of shapes, sizes, and colors. Cultured stone veneers are strong and durable products, meeting and exceeding AC51 Building Codes. And, like natural stone veneers, they are lightweight and easy to install.
At AST Stone, we can help you understand all the advantages that stone veneer products have to offer, and we can help you choose the right natural or cultured stone products for your important design, remodel, or new construction project.
Our experts are equipped with unsurpassed knowledge of stone veneers and additional stone products to turn your unique visions into reality. From planning, design, and 3-D modeling to manufacturing, installation, and product support, we offer a full range of services to deliver top quality results at every stage of your project.
Contact us today to learn more about our stone veneer products and to request a free, personalized consultation and estimate.
RELATED PRODUCTS
Balustrades
Cladding and Veneer
Columns and Pilasters
Custom Staircases
Hardcrapes and Entry Elegance
Window and Door Surrounds