How to Choose Fireproof Mortar: A Guide to Refractory Mortar Requirements in Ontario
Stone features that face live flames (think fireplaces, pizza ovens, or backyard fire pits) must do more than look good. They have to stay structurally sound at temperatures that can top 1000 °C and survive Ontario’s freeze-thaw swings. Choosing the correct fireproof mortar for stone or high-heat stone adhesive is…
How a Natural Stone Fireplace Surround Can Boost Your Home’s Resale Value
A natural stone fireplace might just be the investment you need. Not convinced? If you use premium materials like limestone, granite, or ledgestone, you might just make more on the potential return, especially if you don’t already have a fireplace. In this article, we explain how a well-executed natural stone…
Fireplace Safety During the Holidays (With Infographic)
Your fireplace is going to be very busy over the holiday season, providing warmth and a cozy atmosphere throughout the home. But, before you enjoy a crackling fire this winter, you should make certain your fireplace is up for the task with these vital safety tips, courtesy of Grand River…
Stone Veneer Fireplace Ideas That Will Enhance Any Space
Natural stone veneer has a rough yet elegant beauty to it and does wonders for transforming your home. Available in a wide variety of colours and textures, natural stone veneer fireplaces are the perfect accent to any space, providing an opportunity to add an earthy element to both your interior…
Building a Natural Stone Fireplace Starts with High Quality Stone
Natural stone is trending this year, and while there are many areas and projects within your home where you can use full bed or thin stone veneer, none is as iconic as a fireplace. Read why you should build a stone fireplace below from our experts. Building a New Stone…
Heat Up Your Backyard Décor with Fire Features
Fire features are the perfect way to add some flare to your backyard décor. They can contribute both light and heat to create a cozy atmosphere that your family and friends will want to spend time in, especially on those perfect summer evenings. If you’re only picturing a campfire, think…
Installing Stone Veneer Over a Brick Fireplace
Stone is the in-vogue material for many interior décor styles right now, but what do you do if you have a pre-existing brick fireplace? Don’t worry, you won’t have to rip it out and start fresh. Instead, you can install a stone veneer right over top of the brick, getting…
The Benefits of Thin Stone Veneer For Your Fireplace
As winter is quickly approaching, you’ll want to spend more time indoors around the fireplace. And while cozying up to the warmth coming from your fireplace is paramount, you also want to enjoy looking at it too. That’s where thin stone veneer comes in. Beautiful, durable and easy to install,…
How to Install Thin Stone Veneer on Your Indoor or Outdoor Fireplace
A fireplace is a cozy way to spend fall evenings. And installing thin stone veneer on your indoor or outdoor fireplace is full of great benefits, such as: Giving it a rustic and charming appearance Protecting it from the outdoor elements Extending your enjoyment of the fireplace for the season…
Stone Veneer Fireplaces: 6 Different Ways
We love stone/brick veneer – especially when it comes to updating the look of a fireplace. Whether your home follows a rustic, contemporary, or classic design theme, thin stone or brick veneer can fit right in and have a beautiful. Here are 6 different fireplaces that are dressed up with our…
