Frequently Asked Questions About Cast Stone
What is Cast Stone?
Cast Stone is a refined architectural concrete building unit manufactured to simulate natural cut stone, used in masonry applications.
What are the typical places cast stone is used?
Cast stone can be used as an exterior cladding for any structure. Cast stone is often used as an architectural feature, trim, ornament or facing for buildings or other structures.
How does cast stone compare to limestone?
Cast stone looks very similar to limestone. However, cast stone is more durable and since it is cast can be more detailed for the right architectural look.
What is the best way to start a project?
The beginning point of a project will vary with its overall size and complexity. Most commercial projects start with the architectural plans. From those plans, Advanced Cast Stone can make production tickets or shop drawings so that the owner and architect can see exactly how each piece of stone will look.
Can you recommend installers?
Advanced Cast Stone deals with stonemasons in most parts of the United States. Recommendations can be made for installation.
What is the lead-time needed for cast stone?
Cast stone is generally a custom product and is not available from inventory. Lead-time depends on the time of year and overall backlog that the company has at the time an order is placed. From the time the customer and architect approve shop drawings it generally takes 3 to 4 weeks to produce.
Can cast stone be shipped a long way?
Advanced Cast Stone has shipped product to every state.
Can standard pieces be purchased?
Standard pieces are sold by Advanced Cast Stone. Please reference the catalog shown on this web site. For smaller projects a qualified mason will be able to cut most pieces to fit a given area.
