Empowering Client to Make Informed Choices
In today’s modern world, materials are often chosen for their ease of use and quick installation, leading to the selection of fake cultured stone as a convenient but mistaken choice. This oversight is common among both uninformed clients and contractors. The stone we offer is meticulously handpicked for its superior quality, free from any soft shale impurities. This is the reason why many clients bring us in on a project to consult on and provide stone samples before finalizing their selections, ensuring that the chosen stone not only matches but also complements the window surrounds and overall aesthetic of the project.
What is Hand-Dressed or Squared Stone?
The true artistry of exceptional stonework lies in the meticulous crafting of each stone. Hand-cut on a stonecutter’s table or stone cutting banker table, the process involves skillfully creating a straight top edge on each stone, aligning it with the bottom ‘arris’ edge, and trimming the sides to form precise 90-degree side returns. This careful shaping ensures a snug fit between stones, resulting in consistent mortar joints and precise alignment on the wall, maintaining plumb and level.
The technique of squaring or ‘facing’ a stone is a fading practice in America, yet it’s integral to achieving an authentic ‘old-world’ appearance and ambiance. This method embodies the essence that all reclaimed stone material inherently possesses—the craftsmanship is already embedded within the finished product, preserving the laborious artistry within each stone.
