Stone Veneer is a decorative building material designed to replicate the appearance of a natural stone wall without all the added costs and structural support requirements. This versatile building material is available in two primary types: artificial and natural thin veneer stones. Artificial veneers are created by using concrete blends that are formed and colored in such a way that they will appear like natural stones, while the natural veneer stone is sliced from actual stone blocks to a thinner profile. Thus it becomes lightweight and more adaptable to different architectural styles.
In plain and simple words, thin veneer stone is nothing short of beautiful. In a wide variety of colours and textures, from rustic to contemporary, it gives the homeowner or designer the proper veneer selection needed to complement or radically change the look of any exterior facade, becoming one with other architectural elements such as stucco, wood, or metal.
After ensuring the wall is clear and ready, and getting all tools and materials for application: mortar, metal lath, and veneer stones. A good application will not be obtained over the dirty, oily, or defecting substrate. The intended location of your stone will affect the way you install it, so keep this in mind while handling some of the heavier stones.
The thin veneer stone installation process begins with installing a moisture barrier and metal lath. Next, a scratch coat of mortar is applied. Finally, the individual stones are fit and adjusted in place, each one at a time, on the bed of mortared material. With good technique, the veneer will bond well to the surface and can provide a very long-lasting and attractive finish to most exteriors.
Thin exterior veneer stone is known for its durability. It is resistant to the weather elements and fluctuating temperatures that maintain its beauty; hence, it will be an investment in enhancing home exteriors.
The veneer stone requires no maintenance other than an occasional cleaning when dirt or mildew needs to be removed. Those cracks in any mortar joint can be inspected and timely remedied, which would help prevent water infiltration and improve the life of the veneer.
The blend of thin veneer stone with stucco gives an alluring look to the surface area. It provides freeform design so that texture and color contrast in stone mix exquisitely against the stucco's smooth finish for an improved curb appeal to a home.
If there is one thing that makes any building's exterior different from the next one, this is personalization. Thin veneer stone can be shaped and patterned into various designs and styles, so you have endless design options to show off your creativity on your house's front side.
Good contractor selection is important for successful veneer stone installation. Holistic Contracting has become one of Toronto's best service providers for exterior stone siding that reflects fine quality craftsmanship.
Thin veneer stone on the exterior is much more than just a construction material; it is a statement of style and a work of endurance. Whether artificial or natural, its diversity boasts that it can offer beauty and resiliency to any home exterior. Properly installed and maintained, it is timeless in its application to any structure. Using a seasoned contractor like Holistic Contracting in Toronto means a perfect application to last and bring this art of exterior stone cladding to life.
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