I can install any natural or engineered/manufactured stone that comes in loose, split form. Natural stone typically comes in the form of granite, sandstone, limestone and quartzite. Less common is travertine. I have installed all of these stone types. Please click here to see my Stones and Styles page for more information.

Stone can be installed either grouted (with grout joints inbetween each piece of stone) or in a dry-stack effect (no grout between stone, each stone is butted up one to another- each stone is still securely fixed with adhesive). You can also choose between natural/random pieces or ledgestone (which is more square and rectangular as standard). Please click here to see my Stones and Styles page for more information.

Whilst a basic outline of the process is featured on the next page, please call and ask about substrate preparation BEFORE beginning substrate installation.

What homeowners and builders need to understand is that not all stone cladding installations are equal. 

First off, and most importantly, not all installers have the same safety standards or knowledge. At Madano Stone Cladding, I only use adhesive that not only meets, but considerably EXCEEDS, C2S1 standards, and for especially high-risk work even add special polymer admix to make the adhesive even stronger. I understand substrate movement, and how to account for it. Unfortunately, not all installers have the same knowledge, or use the same quality materials, and cracking in stonework and even delamination of stone do happen in practice. 

Secondly, regarding aesthetics, not all stonework is created equal. Uneven grout lines and large gaps in dry stack effect work are just some of the unappealing features commonplace in stonework today.

You can avoid these issues by insisting on Madano Stone Cladding performing your installs.

I am a stonemason, not a tiler. A stonemason's skill set is better suited for manipulation of loose, random stone pieces, and installing them in a proper, aesthetically pleasing manner. In addition to being a stonemason, I specialise in cladding applications, this is all I do.

Each job varies quite considerably in terms of complexity. Each job will need to be quoted individually. You can , however, be assured that a quote gives you a FINAL price with no hidden extras, the costs are transparent and fair. Quotes are free and can be performed over phone and e-mail.

First point: It can be dangerous. If stone is laid improperly, or with poor materials, it can delaminate and fall from the structure. This obviously presents a danger. Stone is also incredibly heavy- a 3mx3m wall will require approximately 750kg of stone to fill.

Fortunately, if you contract competent tradesmen, the installation can be safe and secure. All that is required is a stable substrate, and good quality materials and installation practices. A knowledgable builder and/or engineer will know how to prepare the substrate correctly to handle the heavy load, and an experienced stonemason, like Giuliano from Madano Stone Cladding, will handle the rest.

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