While building a house, installing natural stone would be better than manmade materials. Nowadays many people are choosing natural stone as it has genuine color palette which cannot match manmade products. Some features of this stone are it is durable and does not chip easily.

Natural stone Veneer is available in two sizes: thin and full size. Natural stone thin Veneer has thickness ranging from 3/4 to 1-1/4. Due to its light weight, this stone can be installed fast compared to full size which will result in cost savings. Another major advantage is shipping costs are reduced because thin veneer can ship nearly 3600 square feet in a single truckload compared to 1000 square feet in standard veneer. This type of stone is available in same colors as standard veneer. Being natural, you cannot find the same stone. Being durable in nature, it has life time warranty. In addition, it can increase the value of your house and also eco-friendly (Green building) in nature.

Stone veneer can give your house a beautiful and elegant look at less cost. Basically there are two types of veneer: manufactured and natural thin stone veneer. Most of the manufactured stones are made by mixing cement, natural stone components and dyes which can give a look of natural stone. This type of stone is available in various colors that you imagine. Synthetic stones are thicker than natural stones. Synthetic stone requires waterproofing, cleaning and maintenance. It is not weather resistant.

Natural thin Stone veneer can be installed around a fireplace enclosure. Other places where you can install natural stone veneer are arches in a room, kitchens, bathroom and shower area or in living area of your home. This type of stone can be used on commercial and residential buildings.

Natural stone veneer can be installed by contractors or the job can be done by you. Installing this type of stone is not too difficult, but if you are finding it difficult it to do the job on your own, you can hire contractors who will be happy to take up the job.

If you notice, many people are installing thin stone compared to full size because it gives an elegant and sophisticated look to your house. This type of stone can be used in lawns, patio, pool area, sidewalks and lining stone ceilings etc.

Some major benefits of thin stone are it is lightweight, does not chip, fade or discolor; durable; installed quickly and easily; available in various texture, sizes, shapes and colors; installed in many areas both inside and outside the home etc.

If you want to gather more knowledge about thin stone you can browse the internet. There are various sites that give you a broad outline about different types of thin stone.