Bring Timeless Charm Indoors with Stone, Brick, and Wood Veneers
NATION — Have you ever walked through a rustic, stone piazza in Italy—or dreamed of it—and wished you could bring a little of that look into your own home? You can. It’s a new design trend, using weathered stone and brick, which are normally associated with outdoor spaces, in your interior designs, creating warmth, timeless beauty, and even a bit of drama in your home.
What is Manufactured Stone Veneer (MSV)?
Stone and brick are heavy, oftentimes requiring structural reinforcements when used in design. The solution? Manufactured stone veneer (MSV). Its lightweight composition simplifies installation without the need for additional structural reinforcements. MSV offers the same look, feel, and warmth as traditional materials but is easier to use.
MSV is a concrete mixture hand-colored with iron oxide pigments and cast in flexible molds taken from natural stone or traditional brick. It’s ideal for creating focal points such as:
- Exterior entrances
- Interior foyers
- Mudrooms
- Fireplaces
- Walls or kitchen backsplashes
MSV for Interior and Exterior Design
Innovations from companies like Westlake Royal Building Products make it possible to bring timeless architectural features such as archways, fireplaces, and textured accent walls into your home. MSV also integrates beautifully with other materials, making it a versatile choice for enhancing both interiors and exteriors.
Design Inspiration for Your Home
Ancient Inspiration
Turn your family room into an Italian grotto or your bathroom into an elegant spa with LoreioBrick by Eldorado Stone, inspired by ancient Roman architecture. Pair earthy tones and neutral colors with beamed ceilings, wrought-iron fixtures, and candles for a blend of classical and modern design.
The Warmth of Wood
Create a contemporary lodge feel in your den or family room with Rivenwood by Eldorado Stone, inspired by saw-cut barnwood. Its rustic-modern look features authentic wood details like nails, breaks, and knots, perfect for a luxury ranch aesthetic.
A Mosaic of Color
Country Ledgestone by Cultured Stone is perfect for adding texture around a fireplace or on an accent wall. This “organic modernism” design combines organic textures with minimalist elements to create warm, inviting spaces.
A Whisper of Winter
Dutch Quality Stone’s Handformed Brick offers a tumbled brick veneer that exudes old-world craftsmanship. Available in three colorways, including the new Snowpack color, this option evokes the clean, crisp essence of freshly fallen snow.
Timeless Design in Every Space
The look of stone, brick, and wood infuses your walls with color, warmth, and life, evoking images of ancient Italy, the open frontier, or a blanket of new snow. Whether you’re redesigning an entire room or adding a touch of elegance to a single wall, MSV offers endless possibilities to create a space filled with character and charm.
—BPT
