Stone wall cladding – iconic, tactile, elemental… Whether it be split face slate wall panels, slate wall shingles or cubic stone veneer (such as slate bricks known as ‘sculpings’) – architects specify our stone wall cladding for its natural beauty, performance characteristics, low maintenance, and durability. Our exterior slate wall cladding – such as custom slate wall panels, slate shingles or slate bricks – are specified by architects for many of the same reasons slate is the best roofing material – a low absorption rate and resistance to staining, freeze-thaw cycles or other extreme environmental conditions. We specialize in custom architectural stone wall cladding and produce custom stone panels in different sizes and finishes, producing three distinct types of stone and slate veneer: Panels, Shingles and Sculpings (irregular slate bricks) / Split-Face Veneer. Our custom stone wall cladding products take many forms and colors, so architects also appreciate the flexibility our materials afford them in their designs.
Wall Cladding Projects
Limestone
9 stones available
Granite
11 stones available
Marble
8 stones available
Sandstone
1 stone available
Slate
3 stones available
Quartzite
3 stones available
Basalt
1 stone available
Specifications
- Products
Panels – Panels are large pieces that are generally used in non-residential applications.
Shingles – Custom-fabricated slate shingles offer a textured appearance and represent an economical form of stone wall cladding.
Sculpings – Also known as irregular slate bricks, sculpings are used as a masonry stone.
Split-face Veneer – A heavily textured, cleft veneer that can have sawn edges or a “rubble” appearance.
- Weathering Characteristics
Some materials are “unfading”, meaning they will hold their basic color even after many years of exterior use. Others are “weathering” or “semi-weathering”, meaning they will change color (usually to shades of brown) when used outside. A stone’s weathering characteristic is primarily an aesthetic consideration. “Weathering” in and of itself does not adversely affect the performance or durability of a stone. See stones below for weathering characteristics.
- Finishes
Depends on stone selected. See stones below for available finishes.
- Sizes
Custom sizes for panels and shingles depend on stone selected, finish, thickness, joint width and other factors. Slate sculping sizes are random, approximately 8 to 16″ long, 2 to 7″ high and 4 to 6″ deep. Split-face veneer is available in many sizes.
- Thickness
Depends on use, stone selected, finish, piece size, setting method and other factors. Generally slate exterior panels are at least 1 1/4” thick. Shingles are usually 3/8” thick. Sculpings and split-face veneer are 4-6″ deep.
- Edge Details
We fabricate many different edge details.
- Joint Widths
Depends on stone selected, finish, piece size and other factors.
- Cost Estimates
We are pleased to provide quotations based upon quantity surveys, sketches or architectural drawings.
- Drafting
We are accustomed to working from architectural drawings and we are pleased to produce detailed shop drawings, sketches, templates and shop tickets.
- Technical Support
We are pleased to assist with samples, test data, mock-ups, budget figures, site inspections, stone matching services, guide specifications, technical information, design suggestions and installer and installation recommendations.
- Installation
Panels are generally mechanically anchored to a back-up wall. Shingles are generally installed with custom-fabricated slate hooks. Sculpings and split-face veneer are installed with mortar and ties. Contact us for specific sketch details, specifications, recommendations, etc.
- Maintenance
Contact us for information regarding the use of sealers, impregnators, oiling, cleaning, etc.