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If you’re a fan of rustic old-world charm and traditional flair, the stone cladding types will definitely appeal to your senses. Stonewall cladding is an excellent specimen of modern engineering and helps achieve that resolve to make sure your home is an extension of your personality. Stonewall cladding removes the need to build a house using expensive stone blocks which are not only exorbitant but also difficult to maintain.Leugh tuilleadh -
If you seek the appealing, three-dimensional look of stacked stone, look no further than Norstone Rock Panels, a natural stone veneer cladding system which is ideal for exterior feature walls, pool surrounds, courtyards and entertainment areas. Equally well suited for interior use, these stacked stone panels are also perfect for natural stone fireplaces or the creation of water features, especially when illuminated to highlight the color variations. And as they come in modular form, this stacked stone tile product is quick and easy to install on most structurally sound surfaces. Transforming any space with a stone veneer feature wall is now as easy as setting tile.Leugh tuilleadh -
After decades quarrying, fabricating and supplying stone facades, Hugo Vega, Vice President of Sales at Polycor, noticed that the architects he was calling on were lacking a thin stone veneer that was light enough and strong enough for cladding large-scale architectural projects. After some R&D within the company, Polycor went on to release its 1 cm reinforced slabs and Vega returned to his architects in triumph. Only their response was, “That’s great, but we need a way to hang it.”Leugh tuilleadh -
The longevity of stone puts any human concept of old age to shame. Stone creates a sense of permanence and solidity, even when worn and weathered. It’s been used throughout history as the structure and facade of buildings- buildings that have literally stood the test of time. While natural stone has been the material of choice for millennia, glass has dominated commercial construction—especially large scale projects like skyscrapers—in recent years. But architects are increasingly reacting to this glut of glass by returning to stone for their projects. For many developers and architects, glass had become the default, a sterile, too obvious choice which resulted in a flat, texture-less and uninspired design.Leugh tuilleadh -
Ma dh’ adhbhraicheas tu a bhith a’ slaodadh a-steach don rathad-draibhidh agad nuair a chì thu bunait fosgailte no pìos de bhloca luaith lom, carson nach còmhdaich thu e? Tha na pannalan sin de chruadhtan tilgte air am peantadh le làimh a’ toirt sealladh de chlach nàdarrach air a chruachadh gu breagha, agus chan fheum thu clachair fhastadh. Gu dearbh, faodaidh tu an stàladh air ballachan concrait no eadhon frèam le beagan a bharrachd air drile agus sàbh cruinn. Lean air adhart mar a bhios àrd neach-deasachaidh teignigeach an t-Seann Taigh seo, Mark Powers, gan cleachdadh gus sealladh dubhach a thionndadh gu bhith na àite fòcas sa ghàrradh aghaidh.Leugh tuilleadh -
Is e còmhdach cloiche a bhith a’ toirt a-steach aghaidh gu dachaigh no togalach a’ cleachdadh panalan neo-structarail de chloich tana. Tha thu air an t-sealladh fhaicinn ann an dachaighean Ealain is Ciùird, stòran seilge is iasgaich, agus corra oifis dermatologist. Chì thu eadhon iad air an cur a-staigh, is dòcha aig a’ bhàr cofaidh as fheàrr leat. Tha na ballachan sin a’ toirt sealladh air clach air a chruachadh, le mortar a bhios daoine a’ faicinn àlainn ann an dòigh gun ùine. Bheir sinn sùil gheur air na nithean matha is dona, agus air na taobhan daor de chòmhdach cloiche.Leugh tuilleadh -
There’s no doubt that deluxe stone veneer looks absolutely gorgeous — and you want to bring it home. However, before you pull the trigger on purchasing this top-trending home upgrade, it only makes sense to do your research! One of the main questions we hear from customers is, “How long does stone veneer last?” We’re happy to say that Affinity Stone veneer panels will easily last 50+ years — and we back up that guarantee with a 50-year manufacturer warranty! At Affinity Stone, we craft a deluxe line of manufactured stone siding and matching stone veneer column kits. Not only do we strive to create eye-catching products that enhance the look of your home, but we are equally committed to building durable products that look gorgeous for decades. Learn more about how we answer the question, “How long does stone veneer last?” — and see what sets our product apart!Leugh tuilleadh -
Prìomh bheachdan còmhdach balla cloiche gus toirt air do dhachaigh seasamh a-mach à còmhdach cloicheIf you see the walls of the 90’s architecture, you’ll find them simple and uninteresting. They were either made of bricks or cement. However, times have changed now. Today, there are many ways to jazz up walls and we believe stone wall cladding might be the best option for you. These natural stone walls are all you need if you’re fascinated by the untamed exterior of stone and have always wanted to incorporate them into your home. You may give room depth with natural stone wall cladding. The space gets a fresh outlook and character even with little work. But what do we know about stone cladding? Can it be done as a home renovation project, or is it only possible during new construction? To answer these questions and more, this blog will walk you through the definition, why stone wall cladding is popular and help you with some inspirational design ideas. Read on!Leugh tuilleadh -
Uncalibrated stone is an excellent material for cladding a building exterior. Usually viewed as a roofing material, uncalibrated stone has some excellent properties and can be used for cladding, flooring, and decorative purposes. Natural stone is attractive, weather resistant, durable, and fireproof, making it the perfect choice for cladding a building’s façade. But does stone cladding add value to a property? Let’s take a closer look.Leugh tuilleadh -
Tha clach nàdarra air a bhith na stuth còmhdaich as fheàrr le luchd-dealbhaidh taobh a-staigh agus ailtirean. Taing don pailteas de fheartan a tha ga dhèanamh na stuth foirfe airson còmhdach a-staigh agus a-muigh. Chan e a-mhàin gu bheil e làidir agus seasmhach ach cuideachd deagh shealladh a thaobh bòidhchead. Gu dearbh, tha gach clach cho sònraichte agus gum faodar a cleachdadh gu ùr-ghnàthach gus a chumhachd seasmhachd agus coltas àrdachadh. Mar sin, seo e!Leugh tuilleadh -
Tha clach air a bhith air a cleachdadh tro eachdraidh air togalaichean de dh'iomadh stoidhle mar stuth còmhdaich. Gu ruige o chionn ghoirid bha e air a chleachdadh airson tagraidhean structarail ann am bunaitean agus togail ballachan. Ann an togail an latha an-diugh, thathas a’ cleachdadh clach sa mhòr-chuid mar roghainn còmhdaich gus fo-stratan structarail nach eil cho tarraingeach a chòmhdach. Chan e stuth structarail math a th' ann an clach chruach. Faodaidh e taic a thoirt do mhòran cuideam, ach leis gu bheil e duilich a dhaingneachadh le stàilinn, tha e gu math dona air tachartasan crith-thalmhainn a tha fhathast beò, agus mar sin chan eil e a’ coinneachadh ris na riatanasan teann a dh’ fheumas ailtirean a choileanadh ann an còdan togail an latha an-diugh.Leugh tuilleadh -
If you are in the process of completing home improvements on your property, you may be considering ways to complement one or more of your rooms, or the outside of your home. Stone cladding is a great option for this. Traditionally stones cladding was made of natural stones, but some stunning artificial stone cladding options are now available too. In this blog post we look at stone cladding - also know as stone cladding panels - in more detail, how it works, why you want it and how it could improve the interior and exterior of your home. But let’s start with what stone cladding is.Leugh tuilleadh