Natural Stone Masonry
Natural stone masonry is the slow, satisfying work of fitting irregular stones into a wall that looks like it grew there. We build with limestone, fieldstone and other regional stone in dry-stack, mortared and veneer styles, choosing each piece for color, size and face.
- Best forGarden walls, piers, entries and house features
- Key detailFitting each stone and bedding it well
- MaterialsLimestone, fieldstone, creek rock and more
- Pairs well withBrick, flagstone and iron gates
What natural stone masonry includes
- 1Real regional stoneWe favor stone that suits the Middle Tennessee landscape and your house.
- 2Fitted, not stackedStones are chosen and set so joints stay tight and the wall stays steady.
- 3Mortared or dry-laidYou choose the look, and we explain what each style needs underneath.
- 4One of a kindNo two walls match, and that is the point.
From first visit to finished work
- 1Choose the stoneYou see stone in daylight and agree on a mix.
- 2Set the baseA firm footing or base is prepared.
- 3Build the wallStones are fitted course by course.
- 4Point and finishJoints are filled, tooled and cleaned.
Is natural stone masonry right for you?
- You want a wall or feature with character
- You like the look of old fieldstone
- You want a solid entry, pier or retaining feature
- You want something that will last generations
About natural stone masonry
How is natural stone different from brick?
Brick is uniform and laid in repeating courses. Natural stone is irregular and has to be fitted piece by piece, which makes it slower and gives each wall its own character.
Is dry-stack stone as strong as mortared stone?
Both can be sound when built properly. Dry-stack relies on fit and weight and drains freely. Mortared stone is more rigid. We recommend the right one for the job.
Does stone need maintenance?
Very little. We may recommend repointing mortared joints after many years, and keeping plants and soil off the stone.
Often paired with this
Stone Columns and PillarsSolid stone and stone-clad columns that carry porches, frame entries and anchor a design.See the service 
Flagstone Patios and WalkwaysIrregular flagstone, fitted like a puzzle, for patios and paths with a natural look.See the service 
Retaining WallsWalls that hold back the hill, built with drainage behind them so they stay standing.See the service Find natural stone masonry near you
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Thinking about natural stone masonry?
Call or text, or send the form. Tell us about your property and we will tell you what we would do.