Exterior home design trends come and go, but there are certain styles and materials that seem to always add enduring elegance and timeless beauty. Stone facades for homes are one of those timeless styles that offer value, appeal, as well as many other benefits. If you are considering using stone for the interior and/or exterior of your house and want to know when it’s the right time to update your home with the look and feel of natural stone, please feel free to read on.

Why Stone Is a Timeless Home Update

Natural stone for home exteriors offers many benefits that other materials just can’t rival:

• Durability
• Aesthetics
• Sustainability
• Increased home value
• Versatility

Signs It’s Time for a Home Makeover with Stone

• You want to increase the value of your home. If you’re selling your home or just want to increase your home’s value, stone is a worthwhile investment that offers great resale value, and you can enjoy your new and amazing curb appeal when the job’s complete, too.
• The exterior of your home is outdated. Does your home look boring and drab? Natural stone facades add revitalized character and beauty to just about any house style.
• You’re looking for durability. Areas of high traffic and exposure will benefit from sturdy, long lasting, and maintenance-reducing stone.
• You want a natural aesthetic. Stone’s earthy tones and textures provide a beautiful aesthetic that’s inspired by nature.

Cost-Effective Ways to Incorporate Stone into Your Home

There are many cost-effective ways to bring stone into your home. One way is to add stone to your fireplace surrounds, which adds visual beauty and updates the interior of your home. Or, you may prefer to consider adding a beautiful stone accent wall to your living room or bedroom for a “special” look and feel. And stone backsplashes can add a touch of elegance to your kitchen space. You can also enhance your outdoor living spaces, pathways, and patio borders with beautiful stone.

Stone for Both Function and Beauty

Stone, which can be incorporated for your home’s exterior and/or interior adds incredible esthetic appeal as well as significant functional benefits. Natural stone’s durability makes it ideal for areas that experience heavy use, while its natural insulating properties can help regulate indoor temperatures, too. Stone is also low-maintenance and requires minimal upkeep compared to many other building materials.

Stone vs Stone Veneer: Which is Right for You?

Stone is extremely long-lasting and durable and will certainly look authentic. Stone does require skilled installation, but its attributes justify the cost and investment. If budget is your concern or you have a smaller project, stone veneer is typically a more cost-effective alternative to stone that is easier to install. While veneer doesn’t offer the same longevity as stone, it is a durable and a more affordable alternative.

Whether you’re looking to create a cozy fireplace hearth, a stunning outdoor patio, or even a beautiful home façade, stone provides both lasting beauty and practical functionality. Millenium Stone Works will provide stone, real stone veneer, and stucco design as well as installation services. Contact us to update your home with stone that is certain to add warmth, beauty, and durability.