Howl at the Moon DC with thin brick veneer

COMMERCIAL THIN BRICK VENEER: A GREAT OPTION-NO MATTER THE SPACE

Commercial thin brick veneer makes a beautiful, photogenic backdrop for many types of businesses. We’ve had restaurants, stores, breweries and bars all come to us looking for an authentic brick wall veneer to add character to their spaces while providing the perfect background for their products or dining spaces. Howl at the Moon Piano Bars This month, we’re featuring Howl …

Black and white image photo of the Charlestown Bridge in 1945, with a train crossing it. Granite stone block piers are visible below the span.

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 …

Super Jumbo Cobblestones

Most people are familiar with cobblestones and have a good idea of how they can be used and what they look like. I am always on the hunt for reclaimed cobblestones that are a different, shape, color or size, something unique. Last week I was walking down near the Boston waterfront and I came across this installation of antique cobblestones. …

reclaimed cobblestones, reclaimed stone

Best Thing Since Sliced Bread – Sliced Cobbles

Reclaimed cobbles from city streets and old mill yards generally are 6-7″ deep. These cobbles were produced to withstand the test of time and they have. Once we reclaim them we palletize them and can ship them literally all over the world.