First Let's Get This Out Of The Way:
What Is Stone Veneer?
There are many different names that have been used for stone veneer over the years, here are a just a few: cast stone, man-made stone, faux stone, and cultured stone. All these different names are used to describe the same product. Stone Veneer is a form of siding that has the appearance of natural stone, but is a man-made stone that is made up of concrete, light weight natural aggregates, and hardeners. It is designed with your building in mind and is often used as accent siding option in modern homes.
Where Can Stone Veneer Be Installed?
Now, manufactured stone veneer isn’t just for exteriors. Stone veneer can be used around indoor and outdoor fireplaces, outdoor kitchens, pool decks, accent walls, wainscoting around your home, decorating block retaining walls, backsplashes and many other places that you want to add value and beauty. A manufactured stone veneer project can cost less than half of what a natural stone project would go for, but with the same majestic look.
Manufactured stone panels make installation a breeze, and repair even easier. No complicated recuts or reinstalls of individual stones to fix any damage. This allows our customers to not only save money if damage does occur, but also have peace of mind for a quick and easy fix.
Now That You Know What Stone Veener Is and Its Versatility:
Why Should You Use It?
What many people don't know is that stone veneer is an extremely light weight product. This means that it will not cause strain on your home or the foundation it sits on. With stone veneer being fully customizable, you can select the specific colors and styles you want to bring your project to life. Remember, stone veneer can be used both indoors and outdoors as discussed in the previous section.
If you're looking to sell your home, it will add curb appeal and value to your home that most other exterior finishes will not. In fact, did you know that if you ever resell your home after the installation of stone veneer, you should be able to get back about a whopping 97% of your investment? Don't believe us? Click here to read more. A stone veneer exterior or interior accent wall is quite the change you can make in your home that brings it to a whole new level of sophistication. You will smile every time you pull into your driveway, looking at the beautiful stone that stands out amongst the usual siding you had before.
Over What Substrates Can Stone Veneer Be Applied?
Stone veneer can be applied to just about any new or existing substrate. This includes but is not limited to block, drywall, stucco, OSB, or cement board. If you have any questions on whether it can be applied to the substrate in question, give us a call at (501) 762-7317.
How Do I Care For My New Stone Veneer?
We could make up a super special way, but it's honestly straight forward. Stone veneer can be easily cleaned with a hose, pressure washer, or with a simple wet rag. Note to always keep any type of high pressure water from an electric or gas powered pressure washer away a minimum of 4”. Do not use any kind of harsh chemicals or harsh cleaners on your veneer as this will hurt your product. Using warm water and dish soap or even a small amount of vinegar is the most you need to properly clean it.
If you are looking to seal the stone veneer, make sure that you use a breathable sealer. Always check with the manufacturer prior to using a product to ensure maximum longevity. Look for scratches, dents and loose materials.
Do periodic inspections of your stone veneer as well. Although stone veneer is hardy, contact with objects and vibrations can cause damage. Check with your manufacturer as to how these can be fixed. Trained installers at Atlas Stone can help fix major damages as well as provide advice on how to do minor repairs. We can be reached at
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