When many people think of antique stone, they think of reclaimed cobblestones that were used in streets, as well as reclaimed curbing laid flat for borders. However, as these products are smaller, the potential for uneven surfacing increases in correlation to the number of pieces and joints. And nobody wants to be moving a wobbly chair or table around in …
A ONCE IN A LIFETIME HARVEST: BOSTON’S CHARLESTOWN BRIDGE
At Stone Farm, we are constantly seeking out potential reclamations that will yield antique stone building products. We were beyond excited, when we were approached with the Charlestown Bridge (also known as the North Washington Street Bridge) in Boston. A hard product to find, this bridge has thousands of stone wall blocks that where originally quarried beginning in the late …
Thin Brick Veneer Focus: The History of Brick and Beer
There is a strong history between brick and beer. According to the book “The Material Culture of Breweries,” the first brick brewery was built in 1893 in Grangeville, Idaho. The brewery was projected to produce 150 barrels per day. It is no surprise that some of the most famous breweries throughout time feature brick, as it provides an industrial and …