masonry selection guide

M A S O N RY S E L E CT I O N G U I D E

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MASONRY SELECTION GUIDE

GROUTING TECHNIQUES

K2’s Natural Stone products can be installed in a variety of unique combinations, which can dramatically change

the architectural influences of your home or project. Different masonry and grouting techniques can vary the

final appearance significantly. Below you will find definitions of common masonry terminology and examples of

popular installation styles.

Dry Stack

The Dry Stack technique is also referred to as a Tight Fit or Dry Pack

installation. Dry Stack applications will have a very natural finish because

the stone is tightly stacked with no visible mortar lines.

Mortar Joint

A Mortar Joint is a common type of masonry style. This look is

achieved by leaving a uniform mortar filled space between each stone.

The mortar joint can vary by thickness, color and texture depending

on your desired aesthetics.

Over Grout

An Over Grout is the best way to achieve a rustic old world look. The

grout overlaps the stones with wide uniform joints.

DESIGN AND FINISHINGINTRODUCTION

GROUTING TECHNIQUES

OVER GROUT

MORTAR JOINT

DRY STACK

INSPIRATION GALLERY

ARBUTUS FIELDSTONE AUTUMN FLAME LEDGESTONE

NATURAL / ARBUTUS BLEND

AUTUMN GOLD LEDGESTONE

BLACK PEARL LEDGESTONE

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INSPIRATION GALLERY

BLACK PEARL LEDGESTONE

OCEAN MIST LEDGESTONE

OKANAGAN SUMMIT BLEND NATURAL LEDGESTONE

ELK RIDGE LEDGESTONE

K2 STONE PROFILE TYPES

Ledgestone

Ledgestone has a rectangular shape that works well with all types of architecture. Ledgestone can enhance the beauty of traditional building, rugged appeal of timber frame construction or the long clean lines found in contemporary design. This profile is the most versatile stone type, as it is offered in a wide variety of unique color combinations.

Fieldstone

Fieldstone is a large random shaped stone with no visible grain. This stone is best installed on a large canvas because of its size. Fieldstone is usually installed in a random pattern with the mortar joint or over grout technique. Fieldstones are commonly blended into ledgestone profiles to break up their linear patterns. In a ledgestone / fieldstone blend the term “Jumpers” refers to the fieldstones included in the application.

Ashlar

Ashlar is a rectangular stone, cut top and bottom, with a split face or front. This cut stone works well with contemporary design as it can create long linear lines of varying face heights.

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ASHLAR

FIELDSTONE

LEDGESTONE

Cobbles

Cobbles are rectangular stones that have been lightly tumbled to produce rounded edges. Cobble stone veneer is primarily used for architectural trims located around doors and windows.

COBBLE STONE


MASONRY TECHNIQUES

Jumpers

Jumpers are large blocks that are two or three times larger than the average stones in an application. These stone pieces are also referred to as Risers or Runners. Jumpers are commonly seen in ledgestone applications as they diversify the visual appearance of an installation.

Sealants and Color Enhancements

Sealants are common among concrete products and are traditionally used to protect their porous surfaces. K2 Stone is naturally weather resistant and does not require sealing. However, sealants can be used on K2 Stone to achieve graffiti protection, color enhancements and additional weather protection.

DESIGN AND FINISHING

Blending

Blending is a common practice that mixes different thinstone profiles to achieve new color combinations. K2 Stone can be blended to match your desired color scheme. Examples of blends are:

Spring Valley - 80% Black Pearl / 20% Natural LedgestoneOkanagan Summit - 50% Echo Valley / 50% Autumn Gold

Cobblestone Trim and Keystones

K2 Stone offers trim and accent pieces that will further enhance your homes character. Our Cobblestone veneer may be used around doors, windows and fireplaces. Keystones are larger triangular pieces that provide a finished accent to any Cobblestone trim application.

SPRING VALLEY BLEND

COBBLESTONE TRIM WITH KEYSTONE

DESIGN AND FINISHING

NATURAL / ARBUTUS BLEND

SEALED AUTUMN GOLD

INSPIRATION GALLERY

AUTUMN FLAME LEDGESTONE

TOFINO SKY FIELDSTONE

SUN RIVER LEDGESTONE

SPRING VALLEY BLEND

ECHO VALLEY LEDGESTONE

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INSPIRATION GALLERY

OCEAN MIST LEDGESTONE

AUTUMN GOLD LEDGESTONE

NATURAL LEDGESTONE

MASONRY TECHNIQUES

Pitched

A pitched or pillowed installation type is achieved when a mason rounds the edges of each stone. Pitching the stone provides depth to the application and modifies the overall appearance of the project. Not all stone profiles can be pitched, please consult with your local K2 sales representative to learn more.

Coursed

A Coursed installation type only applies to Pacific Ashlar; coursing the stones simply means positioning them in a linear pattern. Coursed applications are very popular in contemporary or modern architectural styles.

Random

A random installation is when the stones are laid in a random pattern; this type of installation is very common with a mortar joint.

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RANDOM

COURSED

PITCHED

Chinking

Chinking is the process of incorporating small stone pieces to fill all joints. This masonry style is most often seen in a dry stack or tight fit application.

CHINKING


PACIFIC ASHLAR VENEER

Please Note: The swatches shown above have cut ends; Pacific Ashlar is packaged with random uncut ends.

2” AND 4” COURSED ASHLAR

4” COURSED2” COURSED

8” COURSED6” COURSED



2” AND 4” COURSED ASHLAR WITH OCEAN PEARL PREMIUM CAPPING


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RANDOM2” AND 4” COURSED

TIGHT FIT RANDOM


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PITCHED RANDOMPITCHED COURSED

2”, 4” AND 6” COURSED


BLACK PEARL LEDGESTONE VENEER

AVAILABLE IN THINSTONE VENEER AND 4” FULL BED STONE

BLACK PEARL LEDGESTONE VENEER

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SEALER APPLIED

MORTAR JOINT

DRY STACK


NATURAL LEDGESTONE VENEER

OVER GROUT

MORTAR JOINT

DRY STACK

NATURAL LEDGESTONE VENEER

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OCEAN MIST LEDGESTONE VENEER


OCEAN MIST LEDGESTONE VENEER

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OCEAN MIST / NATURAL BLEND - MORTAR JOINT

MORTAR JOINT

DRY STACK


AUTUMN GOLD LEDGESTONE VENEER

OKANAGAN SUMMIT BLEND

MORTAR JOINT

DRY STACK

AUTUMN GOLD LEDGESTONE VENEER

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AVAILABLE IN THINSTONE VENEER AND 3-6” FULL BED STONE


AUTUMN FLAME LEDGESTONE VENEER

AUTUMN FLAME WITH JUMPERS

MORTAR JOINT

DRY STACK

AUTUMN FLAME LEDGESTONE VENEER

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ELK RIDGE LEDGESTONE VENEER


ELK RIDGE LEDGESTONE VENEER

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AUTUMN GOLD ELK RIDGE BLEND

MORTAR JOINT

DRY STACK


ARBUTUS FIELDSTONE VENEER

OVER GROUT

MORTAR JOINT

TIGHT FIT

ARBUTUS FIELDSTONE VENEER

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TOFINO SKY FIELDSTONE VENEER

TOFINO SKY FIELDSTONE VENEER

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SEALED - TIGHT FIT

MORTAR JOINT

TIGHT FIT


ECHO VALLEY LEDGESTONE VENEER

ECHO VALLEY LEDGESTONE VENEER

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OKANAGAN SUMMIT BLEND

MORTAR JOINT

TIGHT FIT


SUN RIVER LEDGESTONE VENEER

SEALED - TIGHT FIT

LIGHT MORTAR JOINT

TIGHT FIT

SUN RIVER LEDGESTONE VENEER

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SPRING VALLEY LEDGESTONE VENEER BLEND


SPRING VALLEY LEDGESTONE VENEER BLEND

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SEALED SPRING VALLEY

MORTAR JOINT

TIGHT FIT


CARMANAH COBBLE VENEER

DARK MORTAR JOINTLIGHT MORTAR JOINT

THIN COBBLE VENEER

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TIGHT FITMORTAR JOINT


THINSTONE BLENDS

NATURAL - OCEAN MISTOKANAGAN SUMMIT

AUTUMN GOLD - AUTUMN FLAMENATURAL - CARMANAH

NATURAL LEDGESTONE WITH THIN COBBLE TRIMS

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NATURAL - ARBUTUSAUTUMN GOLD - ELK RIDGE

AUTUMN FLAME WITH JUMPERSSPRING VALLEY BLEND

ARBUTUS / TOFINO FIELDSTONE BLEND


CUSTOM CUTS, FINISHING & POST CAPPING

PREMIUM

PREMIUM OCEAN PEARL POST CAPPINGNEWCASTLE POST CAPPING

CUSTOM CORBELSSANDBLASTING

NATURAL LEDGESTONE WITH CUSTOM OCEAN PEARL PREMIUM CAPPING

CUSTOM CUTS, FINISHING & POST CAPPING

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STANDARD OCEAN PEARL CAPPINGNEWCASTLE CAPPING

FLAMED FRONT EDGESTANDARD OCEAN PEARL POST CAPPING

CUT FRONT EDGEPREMIUM OCEAN PEARL CAPPING


HEARTHS & MANTELS HEARTHS & MANTELS

NATURAL TOP & FRONT HEARTHBUSH HAMMERED TOP

FLAMED FRONT EDGENATURAL TOP & FRONT HEARTH

OCEAN PEARL FLAMED TOP HEARTH

HEARTHS & MANTELS HEARTHS & MANTELS

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CUT TOP HEARTHCUT FRONT EDGE

POLISHED TOP & NATURAL FRONTSEALED, CUT TOP & NATURAL FRONT HEARTH

OCEAN PEARL MANTEL WITH CUSTOM CORBELS

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NANAIMO

930 Maughan RoadNanaimo, BC V9X 1J2

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VICTORIA

876 Langford ParkwayVictoria, BC V9B 2P3

T 250.727.7625

VANCOUVER

4391 King George HwySurrey, BC V3S 0L2

T 604.598.3611TF 877.598.3611

CALGARY

#15, 777 - 64TH Ave SECalgary, AB T2H 2C3

T 403.255.1133TF 866.948.0333

EDMONTON

9337 63 AvenueEdmonton, AB T9E 0H3

T 780.907.6556

KELOWNA

#1 1610 Innovation DrKelowna, BC V1V 2Y8

T 250.807.7625TF 866.323.3035

KALISPELL

3154 Hwy 2 EastKalispell, MT 59901

T 406.755.7714

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