The WS Simpson Blog
Full Bed Veneer for your Hardscape? That's a Yes!
Full Bed Veneer for your Hardscape? That's a Yes!
November 23, 2020
Although Full Bed Veneer is more expensive than most "Wall Stone" by the ton, it can be used for Hardscape applications as well as building veneer. In most cases there is a labor savings that can offset the extra material cost. Full bed veneer is more uniform in shape and size than typical wall stone. Individual pieces are easier to lift, place and transport around the job site and the finished product has a more stately appearance.
More Custom Stone Work
More Custom Stone Work
November 11, 2020
A Quality Mason Contractor can take a great product to the next level, making it look even better when installed than it looks in the package (and this custom stone looked pretty good there too).
This project in Wellesley was not an easy off-the-shelf item. 2" thick veneer was cut into a 2/4/6 face-height pattern. This process involves FIVE cuts: The Backside, Top, Bottom and Two Short Sides! This is a time consuming and very expensive process and it takes a lot of effort to get right. We are honored and grateful to have been given the opportunity to work with such great, quality conscious installers and owners who really "Knew what they wanted". The end result truly speaks for itself.
NOMAFLEX PRODUCTS for Concrete Expansion Joints
NOMAFLEX PRODUCTS for Concrete Expansion Joints
August 31, 2020
Did you know that WSS is a stocking distributor for Nomaco Expansion Joint products? We feature Nomaflex, which is available in 1/2" x 4" x 5' and 10' as well as 1/2" x 6" x 10' lengths. This product is an innovative alternative to the commonly used asphalt saturated fiber. Nomaflex is a much sturdier material that will not easily break, does not stain (or smell) and is light-weight!
We also stock Fast Flex which is a dense closed cell foam expansion joint with removable 1/2" tear off strip available in 1/2" x 4" & 6" heights in 50' long rolls.
In addition, we stock SOF Rod which is perfect for use with the majority of commonly used building sealants. SOF Rod prevents out-gassing and will leave you with a bubble free joint.
You can find more Technical Information on our Concrete Construction Page!
Give these products a shot, you'll be glad you did!
Custom Fieldstone Blend
Custom Fieldstone Blend
July 13, 2020
This project in Mansfield, MA is an on site blend of our Antique Rounded Fieldstone® and Connecticut Valley Fieldstone®. The contractor installed Thin Veneer, Full sized Antique Rounds and 3-5" Full Bed Veneer. We love these creative blends, they offer the owners a more unique look that's not just a "cookie cutter" pattern. This project is a definite A plus! Please look for more photos in our Project Gallery once work is completed.
CELTIC GRANITE ®
SQUARE & RECTANGULAR THIN VENEER
CELTIC GRANITE ®
SQUARE & RECTANGULAR THIN VENEER
JULY 13, 2020
Take a look at this fresh installation of our Celtic Granite ® Thin Veneer.
Celtic Granite is part of our Contemporary Granite Collection ™ and is also available in Ashlar, Ledge, Mosaic and Rustic Mix patterns.
The Sq/Rec pattern on this project looks very stately and the color compliments the reclaimed granite that was used for the mantle nicely. Color is further enhanced by utilizing True Tone MC-89 Charcoal mortar color (which we also supply, along with Firebrick, Refractory mortars, Cast Iron Throat Dampers and Outside Air Kits and Ash Dumps ).
INDIANA LIMESTONE
INDIANA LIMESTONE
June 8, 2020
WSS provided Indiana Limestone Rockford Estate Full Bed Veneer, Vanderbilt Classic Full Bed Veneer and Rock-Faced Indiana Limestone Sills for this project in Franklin, MA recently. The project is ongoing, please look for project photos in our Project Gallery once work is completed. For more information about available Indiana Limestone products please see our Masonry Products section.
Update: ANTIQUE ROUNDED FIELDSTONE ®
4" Thick Custom Sawn Veneer.
Update: ANTIQUE ROUNDED FIELDSTONE ®
4" Thick Custom Sawn Veneer.
June 15, 2020
Early morning dew and shadows really highlight the beauty of our stone and the craftsmanship of the installation on this chimney. A floor to ceiling interior fireplace will soon be completed as well, which will also feature some large granite elements.
ANTIQUE ROUNDED FIELDSTONE ®
4" Thick Custom Sawn Veneer.
ANTIQUE ROUNDED FIELDSTONE ®
4" Thick Custom Sawn Veneer.
May 19, 2020
Have a look at these beauties! We are shipping out a 650 ft order of Custom Sawn 4" Thickness ANTIQUE ROUNDED FIELDSTONE ® for a project in Weston today. Stay tuned for updates and look for more photo's in our gallery also as installation progresses. Our stone will be installed in conjunction with H-B #315- 5" Veneer Ties and with Mortairvent rain-screen.