How to Apply Stone to a Fireplace or Home
January 29, 2010
Bob Strosin demonstrates how to put cultured stone on a home. Golden Eagle Log Homes supplies all the necessary material for fireplaces and rimboards in its log home packages.
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That depends on the …
That depends on the depth of the stone in place. If it is cultured stone it can be removed with chisle as it is only about 3 inches deep to a flat surface.
If solid stone, consider how deep you will have to go to remove it. Might be easier to fill in solid with mortar/grout and create a smooth surface.
Agreed! Although if …
Agreed! Although if the trailer owners want to pay me to install it… well I won’t argue haha.
Just bought a home …
Just bought a home and remodled my family room. the fireplace is wall to wall flat stone with black mortar. Does not look good with our modern look. How do I cover the stone to make a flat surface to either paint, tile or drwall. will be using gas not wood. Any suggestions from the pros out there.
Thanks
Thank you for …
Thank you for sharing! Please see my channel on how to reface a 1950′s brick fireplace with grill vents.
Cultured Stone is a …
Cultured Stone is a crime against nature…… its like polishing a turd…….
Natural stone, or natural “Thinstone” is much better……… leave the cultured stone for the trailer houses…….. good demonstration however.
excelent …
excelent demostrations Mr., thanks.-
what about a …
what about a moisture control barrier to prevent efflorescence? also, if you are installing cultured stone below grade, you are going to run into problems in any climate with a frost in winter. go with natural stone!
Nice video, thank …
Nice video, thank you!
You should have …
You should have gloves on when you’re handling mortar. It’s caustic, and definitely not good for the skin on your hands.
-jcr