Cast stone repair is often overlooked as an important part of home maintenance. It is usually only those with fancy ornaments and trimmings on their house and in their garden that take this type of home maintenance seriously. Any home with cast stone structure needs to take advantage of cast stone repair to keep their architectural details and gardens looking fresh and new. After all, you should never compromise on the aesthetic appeal [...]
Cast stones are similar to natural stones, but they are less tough. Many do not realize that while cast stones are attached just like carved stone, they require more attention when it comes to maintenance and gentle handling. If you see damage, cast stone repair should happen as soon as possible to prolong the life of the cast stone ornaments. Common Uses of Cast Stones Cast stones are most commonly used when creating [...]
Many homeowners long for the appearance of natural stone in their home, but for any number of reasons may forego real stone in favor of pre-casted concrete – or cast stone. With the help of professional cast stone repair and maintenance experts, you can keep your cast stone looking, functioning and feeling like natural stone for years to come. Cast stone repair and maintenance should be performed only by the experts, due to [...]
Most houses in Texas are constructed using brick and stucco, so they tend to share the same look. If you want to stand out from the crowd, you need something else, something eye-catching, to be used as your main construction material. If you are looking for something unique, cast stone might just be the right material for you. Cast stone has been around for centuries, and it is highly prized by experienced masons [...]
Cast stones have been a versatile architectural feature ever since the 12th century. This is a great material for creating decorative features such as ornaments and trimmings. Cast stones are often used to add aesthetic features to outdoor areas. Outdoor structures wear faster than those indoors, which is one reason why cast stone repair is vital to the care and maintenance of cast stone structures. Luckily, there are many ways that cast stones [...]
Cast stone mimics the appearance, functionality and texture of naturally derived and cut stone through a pre-casting, staining and painting process. To maintain its beauty and function, cast stone repair will occasionally be needed over the lifetime of the cast stone. If you are considering the implementation of cast stone in or around your home (cast stone is most commonly used on the exterior), it’s worth knowing the basics of this material and [...]
Cast stone, pre-casted concrete that’s made to mimic natural stone in appearance, texture and function, is beautiful and durable when installed by the professionals. Cast stone repair is something that any homeowner using this material will need to prioritize if they want to keep their cast stone looking and functioning for years. This material deteriorates over time, just like anything else. Signs of deterioration include: The separation of the core and the facing [...]