With over 20 years experience serving Western North Carolina, The Sold Rock Stone Masonry Inc. is a full service, fully insured stone masonry contractor. We specialize in New Construction, Retaining Walls, Fireplaces & Chimneys, along with Outdoor Kitchens and Firepits. Whether you have a residential or commercial masonry project, we are ready to provide you with expert knowledge and unsurpassed craftsmanship.
At The Solid Rock Stone Masonry, we pride ourselves on matching our work to the unique vision of each client. In this project, we utilized Over-Sized Tennessee Fieldstone to give the feel of a story book house bursting with character!
Our client in this project wanted to add a premium wine cellar on a lower level of his house. Working in consultation with Hayes Construction of Banner Elk, we created a beautiful wine cellar featuring Squared Tennessee Field Stone arches with plaster walls.
Outdoor fireplaces are becoming increasingly popular in both new construction and remodels/additions. We built this gorgeous fireplace with Thin Tennessee Field Stone. To add some variety and break up the pattern, we staggered the design with a few large rocks stood up on end. Because the mortar is recessed back from the face of the rock on this fireplace, it called "Dry Stack".
We laid out this patio at the Linville Golf Club with Gray Crab Orchard Flagstone. This stone is very flat and has a slight texture, reminiscent of a fine grade sandpaper. It also comes in a Brown/Tan variation.
Aside from working on new construction, we are often hired to renovate/upgrade older properties. This stunning elevated flagstone patio is laid over arches made of Square Patterned Tennessee Field Stone.
This amazing home was built by Quality Builders of Banner Elk. They hired us to build this massive Great Room fireplace. Utilizing a Dry Stack style, we built it with Thin Tennessee Field Stone with 10-20 percent larger stones.
Aside from chimneys and patios, we also build beautiful and safe retaining walls. This pool-side retaining wall is laid in a Rubble Pattern. Utilizing a full range of stone sizes, the client wanted to see a visible mortar joint between the stones.
If you enjoy entertaining family and friends, you might want to consider adding a fabulous outdoor living space for cooking and relaxing. This spectacular area was constructed by Howell Construction of Linville, NC. We were hired as masons to lay the rock. We utilized a Square Patterned Tennessee Field Stone with Dry Stack joints.
Not all fireplaces have to be massive. This fireplace is located in a home office and is accented by columns, an arch opening, and a recessed TV.
One of our specialties is matching new stone work with existing stone work. Here is a perfect example. After a major renovation, this 90 year old house needed a new chimney, but the home owner wanted it to match the "older look" of the original house as closely as possible. We took the old chimney down, saved the rock, and reconstructed it with modern materials and safe methods. Our client agreed that the "new" chimney looked identical to the original chimney.
Our clients come to the mountains to enjoy the magnificent views. To get the best views, they frequently build high on one of the area mountains, which results in tall columns and high decks. There is no better way to make your columns and decks blend into the mountain environment than by using natural stone.
This modern looking bedroom fireplace has gas and decorative ceramic balls for a unique look. The surround and hearth are Indiana Limestone with a base of Tennessee Field Stone.
Stone is an excellent building material for both inside and outside your house. Here is a great example. The elegant stone flooring featured in this photo, Blue Stone, looks fantastic both outside and inside, as seen in this foyer.
For this Linville office building, built by Alex Johnson Construction of Newland, we used a Gray Crab Orchard stone for their chimney. We laid it with random sizes of squares and rectangles.
Sensitive to the natural environment, we built this serpentine wall at Crossnore School to create more space for a needed vehicle turn-around. It is laid with a combination of creek rock, Round Brown and Cane River rock.
We have helped design and build many cooking areas for individual and community use. A grill, burners, fireplace, coolers, sinks, tables and seating can all be incorporated into a very usable space.
When the Grove Park Inn did a major renovation prior to their 100th Anniversary, Hendricks Construction of Charlotte hired us to do the stone work. We received much praise and recognition for being able to so well match the stone and style of the grand old building, that few could tell that our work wasn't part of the original building.
This entry is a great combination of color, texture and style. It has Pennsylvania Blue Stone flooring, Indiana Limestone steps, dark hardwood flooring accented by Tennessee Field Stone on the walls.
We employ two different methods for installing flagstone patios, depending on our client's preferences. The beautiful patio/entertaining area featured in this photo is laid on a bed of gravel and sand with sand between the joints, which gives it a more rustic feel. The second way to lay a patio is to mortar the flagstone onto a cement pad and grout the joints between the rock for a cleaner finish. This style of patio has the added feature of being able to be washed off.
Whether new or old, columns at an entrance have great "curb appeal". This stone work, after decades of harsh mountain weather, had to be taken down for repair and restoration. We replaced it exactly like it had been originally built, but looking "brand new".
Boulders and rustic slabs make a great combination for downhill steps. The boulders featured in this photo are Round Brown Creek Rock and the slabs are Chocolate Grey. If you are interested in a more uniform and less "rustic" look, we would recommend using Crab Orchard rock.
You can add a real WOW factor to any stone project by incorporating a few large stones. This fireplace is a prime example of how a few large stones can add an extra custom feel. Large stones can also be used for one piece hearths open underneath for wood storage, door headers, and outdoor seating featuring handed picked boulders.
Outside entertaining and relaxing are both easy with a little help from a fire pit. This one is cased by Tennessee Field Stone Boulders and the one piece wall caps make a great seat as well as protecting the integrity of the wall from water seeping into the top.
Another one of our specialties is building stone arches. Whether over a door as in this picture, or a free standing arch with a gate, we have the expertise and experience to build it right.
This magnificent home, built by Howell Construction of Linville, features multiple stone arches that we built. The client was so impressed with our work on this very complicated project that he freely offered to be a reference for anyone interested in hiring us for similar projects.
Nothing makes a statement of stability and strength like custom cement handrails. We have the experience and training to help you with ALL your stone masonry needs!
Fireplaces can come in all shapes and sizes. This cozy little fireplace features bench seating and Pennsylvania Blue Stone surround and flooring.
An old Scottish custom was to build a stone cairn as a symbol of solidarity whenever the clans came together in friendship. We built this memorial of friends in the Old World Style to commemorate the Grandfather Mountain Highland Games.
Whether in a development parking area or a private residence, stone curbing gives a clean, classic, and precise border between asphalt, gravel, grass or mulch.
In some applications, an architect, builder or home owner wants to use a light weight natural stone with a full thickness "look" to it. We accomplish this objective by using stone that has had the back sawed off of it, which makes it much lighter in weight. This cut stone is then veneered onto the walls. For more examples, please visit GetRealStone.com.
Fountains and water features are another way to add beauty and serenity to a garden or yard.
Manufactured stone is similar to cut stone in that it is also veneered onto walls. It has many styles and colors to choose from. For more examples, please visit CulturedStone.com.
With over 20 years experience, The Solid Rock Stone Masonry is a full service, fully-insured stone masonry contracting company. We are experts in new construction, including both residential and commercial.
We also offer repair and maintenance service. If you have existing stone work, we can match and repair your stone.
Let us provide you with unsurpassed craftsmanship.
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From a small landscape wall to every aspect of a new home, we offer exceptional quality on all types of jobs.
Protect your property from erosion and gain usable space with a visually appealing terrace or retaining wall.
Nothing says comfort like a stone fireplace. We offer fireplaces and chimneys in a variety of stones and patterns to reflect the decor of your home.
If you need more room for gatherings, let us build you an eye-catching patio fireplace or outdoor living area right in your back yard.
Larry
Linville, NC
My contractor hired The Solid Rock to do all the stonework both inside and outside our new mountain home. I am glad he did!
Beth
Lake Lure, NC
Ken Young & his amazing crew did an amazing job on a very difficult project matching our 'new' chimney to our 'older' house. I couldn't be happier!
Thomas
Banner Elk
Ken Young spent a lot of time listening to what my wife and I wanted, and then he made it happen on budget and on schedule. He is a true professional.
200 Keith Road
Marion, NC 28752
(828) 756-9676 (Office)
thesolidrockstonemasonry@msn.com
(828) 674-3204 (Cell)
