GRANITE GOLDRUSH: THE MOTHER LODE OF VINTAGE COBBLESTONE HAS ARRIVED

GRANITE GOLDRUSH: THE MOTHER LODE OF VINTAGE COBBLESTONE HAS ARRIVED “Cobblestones for sale” is an understatement this time!  We’re happy to announce our latest prospecting efforts have paid off with a massive haul of authentic granite cobbles, salvaged from a historic New Jersey trolley line. Hand-laid a century ago to support freight traffic, they’ve been salvaged for a second life …

An old image of the Draper Mill, a textile mill whose brick was reclaimed upon it's demolition.

RECLAIMING HISTORY: THE DRAPER MILL

For more than 160 years, the fates of the Draper Mill and its hometown of Hopedale, Massachusetts were intertwined. It’s a familiar, American story–one that often ends with a demolition and fading memories of celebrated past. In 2021, Stone Farm was on hand at the Draper Mill’s demolition, hoping to preserve that past by salvaging as much of its vintage …

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THE THIN BRICK VENEER REVOLUTION

Everything old is new again.  So the saying goes, and it’s true now more than ever when it comes to thin brick veneer.   For homeowners and professionals alike, its ability to evoke a sense of heritage while embracing modern aesthetics makes it a timeless addition to all settings. THE BIRTH OF THIN BRICK VENEER As the once labor-intensive and time-consuming …

The Origins of Building Bricks

Building bricks are as old as man’s desire to stop moving!  Of course, this makes perfect sense-after food, what mattered more than shelter?  And from this basic instinct to survive, an eleven-thousand-year-old tradition was born. Basic Beginnings and Early Improvements Archaeologists can date back the earliest known bricks to about 9000 BC.  These were hand-molded from basic mud and dried …

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Choosing Large Format Stone for Your Patio or Walkway

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 Reclaimed Brick Floor That’s Gone to the Dogs

Known as “The Gallery”, this 50′ x 10′ long hallway is the grand passageway leading into the parlor. In a turn of the century sailing community on Cape Cod, sits a beautiful 1906 shingled cottage with an interesting history. It was once owned by the renowned Saltonstall family of Boston, who’s ancestors arrived in America in 1630, and include a …

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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.

HARVESTING HISTORY: THE GRANITE WALL BLOCKS OF BOSTON’S CHARLESTOWN BRIDGE

AtStone Farm, we’re constantly seeking out potential reclamations that will yield antique stone like beautiful granite wall blocks. So, we were beyond excited when we were approached about he Charlestown Bridge (also known as the North Washington Street Bridge) in Boston. Old dimensional stone blocks aren’t easy to find, and this bridge had thousands of them. To better understand our …

Thin Brick Veneer Focus: The Perfect Marriage 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, beginning a rich tradition of pairing a product and aesthetic which evoke similar feelings. It is no surprise that some of the most famous breweries feature brick, as it provides an …

Reclaimed thin brick at Roma Ristorante.

ROMA RISTORANTE: AUTHENTIC BRICK MEETS AUTHENTIC ITALIAN CUISINE

The Stone Farm team recently paid a visit to new customer Roma Ristorante, a classic Italian restaurant with a naturally warm and comforting atmosphere. We wanted to see how our authentic brick wall tile looked in the newly renovated space….which was really just an excuse to enjoy a delicious Italian meal. A WARM WELCOME As we walked in the door, …