Brick and stone vs. Hardiplank for new home.
jandcpyle
8 years ago
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Comments (6)We have a small quantity of stone (280 SF) and we opted for a thin natural stone (TNS) by Buechel rather than the Cultured Stone. Reason why was how it looks up close, as we are using identical stone on our FP and the exterior. Cost-wise, this natural stone (Chilton Weatheredge)was nearly $16/SF per 100 SF pack vs. the Cultured Stone was just over $8/SF. The limestone sills for the natural stone were cheaper than the Cultured, but it was still basically 2x the price. Installation is the same regardless for us, as per our installer, there is no difference between working with the two. And the weight of the TNS is comparable to the Cultured Stone. Hope that helps! (and jaymielo, that is a beautiful home!)...See Morepool deck is conc w/brick veneerDecorative overlay vs ”nature stone”
Comments (2)The big issue would be "is the concrete done settling" The surface water and water from the roof needs to diverted away from the patio, if not then the problem gets worse. The deterioration is caused by trapped surface water which freezes and expands therefore breaking the brick. I saw just 1 crack in the photos and it looks like a settling crack. The pool and patio looks like it's been there for a good amount of time therefore I would think the compaction was done right and the settling would be done. The space where the plantings are next to the house would be a collection space for surface water to get in under he patio. I believe this is also the space you're planning to install a hard surface which is good. The concrete overlay is a good idea. I suggest looking at an installer with a lot of experience. I'm not familiar with the breathable stone. I will research it if you would share the company and stone name. My thinking is you need a non porous stone that would divert the water....See MoreNatural stone vs cultured stone for the exterior of a new build?
Comments (10)This is a house with man made stone veneer about 2" thick (some shapes and colors repeat), each stone is individually placed. The weight of the stone is carried by the structural wall behind: This is a house with natural stone cut to be about 2" thick (each stone is different), each stone is individually placed. The weight of the stone is carried by the structural wall behind: Traditionally, stone that looks like these were applied with the full stone about 5" thick, or a portion of the stone chipped off. The weight of the stone is carried by a ledge in the foundation. I do not have an image of any house I designed in that manner. the placement of the stones and the application of the mortar are key in making the stone look good....See MoreStone veneer vs brick facade
Comments (17)Like the gray brick that would work with black windows and trim. https://www.google.com/search?q=medium+gray+brick+house&client=firefox-b-1-d&sxsrf=ALeKk01hewl5BTeR3CNC5JcBK8MtFcoWRg:1611717009816&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwivpOTekbvuAhVOEFkFHTpoCnYQ_AUoAXoECAIQAw&biw=1366&bih=626#imgrc=ulJkidfT3XXVfM...See Morejandcpyle
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