Benefits Of Veneer and Composite Stone

For eons, stone was the material of choice when it came to building durable homes. Today, it’s impractical to build entire structures out of stone, but people still like the look. Luckily, there are several types of real stone or stone veneer siding products available that can add a luxurious look to your home’s exterior, including:

• Natural stone full veneer: Full veneer is a natural stone cut to a thickness of 3”- 5”. It looks great, but is heavy, expensive, and requires a skilled stonemason to install.

• Natural stone thin veneer: Thin veneer is cut from the same stone and typically ¾” – 1 ¼”, making it lighter and easier to install. It’s adhered to an existing structure and costs less than full stone.

• Faux stone or manufactured stone veneer: Manufactured stone veneer products are made from a mixture of Portland cement and lightweight aggregate. These products look exactly like stone while costing much less.