Stone wall cladding is an exceptional way of protecting both exterior and interior walls. Available in a wide range of colours, textures, shapes and formats, natural stone cladding adds monumental beauty wherever it is installed.

Some other advantages of stone cladding is that it’s waterproof, fireproof, extremely durable in all weather conditions, and provides a high level of insulation. It is also much easier to maintain than full natural stones and only requires regular cleaning to keep it in its originally installed, tip-top condition.

Stone cladding is naturally beautiful and doesn’t really need to be painted. However, if you really want to change (or highlight) it’s colour, it is very easy to paint. Natural stones don’t require much preparation. In fact, you can prepare them in three simple steps: first, clean them with soap and water or a non-acidic cleaning solution; second, use an acrylic latex primer to set the stage; and finally, to prevent the paint from soaking into the naturally porous stone, use a spray bottle to lightly mist the stone’s surface.

Alternatively, you can use masonry paint, which bonds with stone and forms a natural weatherproof layer. Once you’ve prepared the stone and allowed the paint to dry, coat it with sealant paint for more protection. This will add up to 25 years to the lifetime of your stone cladding!

The cost of installing stone cladding in Sydney depends on the type of cladding you choose to use. On average, the cost varies anywhere between $110 and $310 per square meter, which translates to about $20,000 – $35,000 for the average sized home. This cost, including installation, can go up to the hundreds of thousands for a three-storey house or anything larger.

Stone wall cladding should be cleaned very gently with mild, non-acidic soap or detergents. Use a stiff plastic brush to remove dirt from the stone surface. We strongly recommend avoiding pressure cleaning, wire brushes, acidic detergents, and sandblasting, as all of these will damage the stone.