Stone masonry is the most durable, strong and weather resistant, thanks to the natural durability of the material. Stone is recommended for buildings with high foot traffic, since it does not bend or dent. One of the main advantages of stone is its aesthetic look, with a variety of colors, sizes and textures – the design possibilities are endless. Finally, stone masonry requires little maintenance and repairs, thanks to its durability.
Stone masonry is a type of masonry construction that uses stones and mortar. This construction technique is used for the construction of foundations, floors, retaining walls, arches, walls and columns. The stones used for masonry construction are natural rocks. These natural rocks are cut and dressed into the proper shape for use in masonry construction. Stones are one of the strongest and most durable building materials. stone masonry generally refers to the application of stone cladding to interior or exterior walls.
Other types of stone masonry can be:
• The creation of stone walls or pillars,
• Ashlar masonry – where cut stones are made to build a wall,
• Rubble masonry: when the interior of the walls is filled with rough cut stones and mortar.
J&Y Masonry Services LLC provides all types of stone masonry
Stone masonry can completely change the look of your home. The image below shows a home that J&Y Masonry Services LLC resurfaced with stone. In this project, our expert masons resurfaced the entire house, using beautiful stone. The change is dramatic, giving the old house a new sense of home.
