Multicolor Ceramic Artificial Stone Veneer

Natural stone veneer features imperfections, textures and tonal variation that has formed over thousands of years. Manufactured cultured stone veneer, on the other hand, is a man-made product designed to resemble natural stone.

Cultured stone veneer can vary from $6 to $9 per square foot, compared to natural stone siding costing $15.00 to $30.00 per square foot. Obviously, the larger the area you're covering, the higher the cost will rise.

Cultured Stone is composed of Portland cement and natural stone aggregates. The cement-based stone is cast from real stone molds and gets it's coloring from iron oxide pigments.

Though generally a good imitation, cultured stones' paint will fade with time and exposure to sunlight and other elements. However, because they are man-made, there is a greater selection of colors and styles to choose from

Yes, you can install faux stone over any type of substrate as long as there is proper preparation of the base material. Adhesives added to the mortar mix make it feasible to use cultured stone as an outdoor installation.

This faux stone veneer is much lighter, easier to install, and much more affordable. With the proper maintenance and upkeep, manufactured stone veneer siding can last anywhere from 20-75 years, and at least as long as the house it's built on.

If properly installed, artificial stone veneer siding is maintenance-free and more fire-resistant than wood or vinyl siding. It's also a versatile building product.