Stone Veneer Installation in Metro Detroit

Stone Accents That Look Built In

We install stone veneer, cultured stone, and manufactured stone veneer for exterior accents, fireplaces, entry areas, and commercial finishes. Stone can add texture, durability, and a finished look without the weight of full-bed masonry.

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Home exterior with stone veneer siding, stone porch columns, and garage entry

Cultured Stone And Manufactured Stone Veneer

Stone veneer gives a house or building the look of natural stone without the same weight, thickness, or structural needs. It can be used on exterior facades, fireplaces, entry columns, lower wall sections, outdoor space features, and commercial accent areas.

  • Manufactured stone veneer
  • Cultured stone
  • Natural stone veneer
  • Thin brick accents
  • River rock and fieldstone styles

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Exterior Stone Accents For Homes And Buildings

A good stone veneer project should look like it belongs on the building. The shape, texture, color, and layout all matter. A few samples can help compare styles before the next project starts.

  • Front entries and columns
  • Fireplace surrounds
  • Foundation-facing areas
  • Commercial storefront accents
  • Interior and exterior feature walls

Our Process

A Straightforward Exterior Finish Process

Most projects start with the building, the finish system, and the look the final surface needs to achieve.
Step 1

Review The Project

We look at the building, wall conditions, finish type, access, and project goals before discussing the scope.
Step 2

Explain The Scope

We explain the recommended stucco, EIFS, Dryvit, finish coat, or stone veneer work before the project starts.
Step 3

Complete The Finish Work

We complete the approved exterior finish work with attention to prep, system details, and final appearance.
Step 4

Review The Finished Surface

We check the finished area for texture, surface quality, and fit with the rest of the building.

Service Area

Serving Metro Detroit

Based in Lenox, we serve homeowners, property owners, and commercial clients across Metro Detroit.
  • Warren
  • Sterling Heights
  • Clinton Township
  • Macomb Township
  • Shelby Township
  • St. Clair Shores
  • Chesterfield Township
  • Roseville
  • Eastpointe
  • Harrison Township
  • Troy
  • Farmington Hills
  • Rochester Hills
  • Southfield
  • Waterford
  • Novi
  • West Bloomfield
  • Pontiac
  • Royal Oak
  • Bloomfield / Bloomfield Township

Where Stone Veneer Works Well

Stone veneer can enhance the beauty and appeal of a home or commercial building without covering every wall. Many projects use it as an accent instead of the main exterior material. It can blend with stucco, EIFS, siding, brick, Dryvit finishes, and other exterior finishes.

Stone veneer profiles range from bold and rustic to clean and modern. Some customers want the authentic look of real stone. Others want manufactured stone because it is lighter, more flexible, and often more practical for the project.

What Stone Veneer Is

Stone veneer is a thin layer of stone or stone-like material installed over a prepared surface. Natural stone veneer is cut from real quarried stone. Manufactured stone veneer is made from cement, aggregates, color pigments, and molds that create natural-looking texture. Cultured stone is a common term for manufactured stone veneer and has been used in the industry for decades.

Thin veneer usually does not require a structural foundation ledge. That makes it suitable for more building project types than full-depth stone. It can still be heavy, though. A typical 10 square foot box of stone veneer may weigh around 80 to 90 pounds depending on the material.

Installation And Moisture Details

Stone veneer installation is not just sticking panels to a wall. The surface has to be prepared correctly. The material has to be cut and laid out cleanly. Proper installation helps prevent moisture issues like mold, staining, and damage behind the wall.

Many veneer installations use Type S mortar, depending on the system and substrate. SCC Exterior Plastering does not provide painting services. Paint may be part of a larger design plan, but stone veneer should be selected, installed, and finished as its own material.

Frequently Asked Questions

Stone Veneer FAQs

Common questions about cultured stone, manufactured stone veneer, and exterior stone finishes.
What is cultured stone veneer?
Cultured stone veneer is manufactured stone made from cement, aggregates, and color pigments. It is designed to look like natural stone while being lighter and easier to install.
Manufactured stone veneer is often more affordable than full natural stone. Cost depends on the material, wall prep, access, layout, and project size.
Cultured stone is not a waterproofing system by itself. Proper wall preparation, flashing, drainage, and installation details are needed to manage moisture.
Some products are marketed for DIY use, but exterior stone veneer is usually better handled by a professional because wall prep and moisture details matter.

Contact Us

Explore Stone Veneer Options

Tell us about the area you want to update, the surface involved, and the style of stone veneer you have in mind. We’ll review the project and explain practical options for the space.

Why Choose Us

Why Work With SCC Exterior Plastering

Exterior finish work depends on preparation, material knowledge, and experience with stucco, EIFS, Dryvit, stone veneer, and finish systems.

Exterior Finish Focus

We focus on stucco, EIFS, Dryvit, stone veneer, and related exterior finish systems.

New Construction And Installation

We support new construction, exterior updates, additions, and finish work for homes and commercial buildings.

Experienced Project Guidance

Suzanne has worked in the exterior plastering industry since 1990 and has run the business since 2003.

Homes And Commercial Buildings

We work with homeowners, property owners, contractors, and commercial clients across Metro Detroit.

About Us

About SCC Exterior Plastering

SCC Exterior Plastering (a division of SC Construction) is led by Suzanne Ottenbacher, who started in the exterior plastering industry in 1990 and went on her own in 2003. Today, the company focuses on stucco, EIFS, Dryvit, exterior plaster, and related finish systems for homes and commercial buildings.

Industry Experience Since 1990

Suzanne started in the trade through office operations, estimating, and project coordination before founding her own company.

On Her Own Since 2003

The company has served Michigan customers since 2003 through SC Construction and now presents its exterior finish work through SCC Exterior Plastering.

Stucco, EIFS, And Dryvit Focus

We focus on stucco, EIFS, Dryvit, stone veneer, and related finish systems.