Why Choose Natural Stone Veneer v.s. Manufactured Stone
The benefits of natural stone veneer:
| Characteristics | Natural Stone Veneers | Manufactured Stone / Culture Stone |
|---|---|---|
| Durability | Proven over centuries and is regard as the premium building material. | Short history and warranties need to promote material |
| Variety | There are limitless design capbilities with natural stone veneers. | Defined patterns or molds. |
| Color | Natural color tones that go throught the entire stone. Color will not fade and will maintain color throughout life of stone | Prone to fading over time. Color not all the way through the cement. |
| Cost | Competitive pricing. Same or lower than manufactured stone. | Comparable pricing to natural stone. |
| Value | Longevity, maintenance free, stability, character, symbol of wealth and beauty. | Replicating real natural stone. |
| Material Compostion | Entirely nautral stone. Can chip or alter the stone with stone still showing. | Cement, oxide colors, various aggregates and other chemicals. If the stone chips it will show the aggregate with no color. |