When homeowners decide to install stone veneer to a section of their home’s exterior or interior, they typically spend most of their time selecting the stone profile. And that makes perfect sense. The stone profile’s design and color palette basically determines the entire look and feel of the finished project. If you really like a stone profile, chances are you’re going to love it once your stone makeover is complete.
Something a lot of homeowners don’t realize is that there are other decisions to make when shopping for stone. For instance, what types of stone wall caps will work best with your project? If you’re wondering what stone wall caps are, and if you even need them, we’re going to explain everything you need to know about stone wall caps right here.
What are Stone Wall Caps?
In simple masonry terms, stone wall caps are pieces of flat stone that “cap off” an exposed wall surface or decorative column that’s been covered with stone veneer. Stone wall caps are typically square or rectangular in shape, with a flattened top surface. The edges can vary from rough and rustic looking, to smooth and highly finished.
How Stone Wall Caps Are Installed
Your professional masonry team will know exactly what to do when placing stone wall or pillar caps to structural areas. During the stone installation process, they’ll first apply stone veneer to the entire wall surface. Wall caps are typically one of the final details, and are installed after the veneer is up and fully set.
To prep the top of the wall, your masonry team will take measurements, cut wall caps accordingly, apply mortar, then put the wall caps in place. They will always measure so there’s at least a one-inch overhang on both sides of the wall to allow for proper water drainage.
Types of Stone Wall Caps
Just as stone veneer profiles come in all sorts of colors and styles, stone wall caps are also available in a variety of choices. From rustic to modern, you can easily find wall caps to fit your project’s design. Choose from chiseled, flat and natural edge stone veneer caps in a range of colors and sizes for your project.
Choosing the Right Stone Wall Cap For Your Project
At Casa di Sassi, we can help you find the perfect stone profiles to bring your project ideas to life, along with offering the necessary wall caps to finish your project just right. Our selection of cap accessories will protect your stone investment for years, while adding to its overall timeless appeal.
Want to learn more? Check out Casa di Sassi's stone wall cap selection.