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Working With Your Stacked Stone Fireplace - Do It Yourself Tips
Stone fireplaces are useful, and very easy on the eyes. All stone fireplace owners love theirs and we know how much you love them. We know all fireplaces, including the stone ones, and we have this great article located below all about working with your stacked stone fireplace.For this project you will be using pre-cast stone to build your stacked stone fireplace masterpiece. It's going to look great! The stacked stone pre-cast is actually a light weight veneer and they look just like the real thing. These pre-cast stones will make a dramatic difference to your room giving it a refreshing facelift. Manufactured stone is made from a light weight aggregate, iron oxide pigment, and cement combination. Because it is man made there is terrific variety to choose from which includes river rock, stacked stone, steamed stones, random stones, limestone, and even ledge stones. So no matter what the dcor of your room there is a rock that will compliment your room. Here are some tips for working with your stacked stone fireplace: 1. Start by preparing your work area. A prepared area will make your job go smoother and it will ensure that your job has no errors. 2. Mix your mortar until it's the perfect consistency - not too dry and not too wet. Pay attention because the key to a great install is the mortar. 3. Lay the stones out on the floor like a jig saw puzzle then pick which stones you want to put where. Remember to use plenty of contrast. Light against dark, big against small. 4. Put the stones up with a nice variety to get a natural feel and a look that is just like true rock. 5. You will need to determine how much stone you will need. Measure your surface area to determine the square footage.
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