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Architects use stone on building exteriors to create a sense of permanence and solidity. Drawing from the historical precedent of stacked stone building foundations, stone veneer is often used around the base of a building to visually anchor it to the land. Stone is also commonly used on fireplaces, chimneys, column bases, planters, landscape elements and even as an interior wall finish.Read more
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When it comes to home design, the use of natural stone cladding can instantly elevate the aesthetics and ambiance of your living spaces. Whether you're aiming for a rustic, traditional look or a sleek, modern feel, natural stone cladding offers versatile and timeless design possibilities. In this blog, we'll explore some of the best ways to incorporate natural stone cladding into your home design.Read more
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Stone cladding is a thin layer of stone that applied to the interior or exterior of a property. It is used to create a textured appearance to a property. Stone cladding on the outside of a property will give the impression that the building is made entirely of stone. Commonly, stone cladding is used in the garden as a walling solution. It works well to enhance a garden space and outdoor area. Stone cladding will either be thin pieces of cut stone such as marble or slate, or it will be fabricated sheets that look like a slice of stone wall. To install stone cladding you attach the sheet of stone to the interior or exterior of your building.Read more
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You’ll find a wide variety of exterior siding solutions on the market and your choice may become more complex than expected. How can you properly evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of each material? The best option may be different for each building depending on your budget, the desired look, the association with the brand that you want to convey with a selection of colors, for example, and much more. Nevertheless, be aware that it’s wise to prioritize your choice of commercial exterior cladding by the protection it offers to the thermal envelope of your building.Read more
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Plain and uninteresting walls are a thing of the past. Most homeowners today prefer having customised wall designs that add to the character of the room. As statement walls are a hit, interior stone wall cladding is a much-favoured option with homeowners, owing to their rustic appeal. What exactly is the stone cladding in interior design? Stone cladding is a decorative surface, a thin facade of natural or artificial material, placed on top of the basic concrete layer in modern constructions. Stone-clad walls are lighter than normal walls. Natural stones or stone-like materials like veneer are commonly used for natural stone wall cladding in interior design.Read more
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Between the wide variety of architectural stone veneers and natural stones, there are many types of exterior house stone that can be used to elevate any style of home. From subtle touches to stone cladding that functions as the star of the show, our designers know how to elevate a design using stone. Here are some of our favorite stone cladding ideas. OUR DESIGNERS CONSIDER BOTH SUBTLE ACCENTS AND KEY DESIGN ELEMENTS WHEN HELPING OUR CLIENTS REIMAGINE THEIR EXTERIORS. WE FLESH OUT EVERY DETAIL, BIG OR SMALL, AND BRING EACH TO LIFE WITH PHOTOREALISTIC VISUALIZATIONS. LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR VIRTUAL EXTERIOR DESIGN SERVICES.Read more
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Every home needs protection from the weather to stand tall for decades. Cladding is an excellent option that provides this protection while giving your home, office or garden an attractive look. You can use wall cladding stones or wall cladding tiles to give your building the safety and attention it needs. What is Wall Cladding Or Wall Cladding Tiles Wall cladding involves layering one material on top of another to create a skin layer over the walls. Cladding is used to protect the walls and internal workings of a room or building from water damage.Read more
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It is possible to make your living space look natural with Exterior Natural Stone Cladding methods. You can add differences to the exterior appearance of the house you live in, which is as important as the interior decoration, with small touches. Thanks to natural stones and special exterior cladding stones, you can achieve the exterior look you want. With Exterior Stone cladding methods, you can extend the thermal insulation and building life as well as the appearance of a stone house.Read more
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Who wouldn’t want beautiful natural stone in and around their home? Elegant, and highly practical, it is a popular material for use in construction and design for good reason. Have you considered, stone wall cladding? Cladding offers many of the same and added benefits of full-scale construction. This extremely and ever increasingly popular installation option might just be perfect for your application as well. Before you make any decision or commitment, make sure to familiarise yourself with the pros and cons of veneer stone cladding.Read more
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Eco Outdoor has an extensive range of natural stone walling material with easy application to all suitable surfaces. Their dry stone walling, pictured above, is particularly beautiful as it has a natural and rugged elegance reminiscent of authentic Italian farmhouses. You can browse their extensive range here, from Alpine to Baw Baw to Jindera stone options. Request a quote for a price estimation.Read more
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In this article, we will take a look at some key areas of creating your perfect wall and the elements that come together to give you the finishes you see today on some of the most stunning homes across the country. We’ll take a look at what natural stone cladding is, what types are available to you, which would work best for you and ultimately a guideline on how to install your cladding. WHAT IS CLADDING? “Cladding” is made to dress your wall with stone without the costs of building walls with blocks and labour costs associated with them. You can easily clad your wall with your preferred material and blend it in to suit your environment in a more efficient and cost-effective way.Read more
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Stone cladding isn’t just the smart alternative to energy efficient glass, it’s also the simple choice, thanks to new cladding attachment systems. “These new attachment systems allow stone to be used for lighter applications, when the structure has not been designed for a heavy full bed,” said Vega. “They also allow for a faster installation compared to traditional methods.“Read more