Using river rock stone veneer for stone fireplaces is ideal in creating the authentic traditional wood burning chimney look.

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River rock stone veneer is often overlooked because of its tricky shape and size. It has no straight edges for creating patterns nor does it make for an even grout line. Instead of conforming to the geometric demands of modern minimalist styles river rock stone veneer dares to be traditional and unique. Its rounded edges and varied colour palette make the stone a difficult pattern to master. However the benefits of understanding how to use river rock stones is what provides some of the most authentic fireplace designs to date. Below is a brief explanation of the river rock stone and the way it functions in creating authentic stone fireplaces.

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As mentioned river rock is a difficult stone to use because of its non conforming pattern. Other stone veneer like the Natural Ledge stone panels are designed to fit together, making them easy to assemble. They follow geometric patterns that work nicely with modern furniture designs. River rock is made to emulate the stone bed found at the bottom of streams and rivers. Each stone is round like a boulder. When combined together river rock stones produce a natural looking river stone texture. This style of stone is often used on wells, cottages and of course fireplaces.

River Rock and Fieldstone are one of the best cuts to produce this authentic stone fireplace look.

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Using this style of stone veneer can be really effective in creating the real wood burning fireplace look. Achieving this look requires nothing more than installing the stone veneer to the protruding surface of the fireplace. River rock comes in a variety of sizes so it’s best to lay out the stone and choose which particular stones to use to create a pattern. Natural stone textures are not as easy to create as one may think. They require a bit of planning and an eye for design. Lay out a few feet of the river rock on the ground as a tester before applying them to your fireplace. This will act as your natural pattern guide and you’ll be able to get a feel for the texture before it appears on the chimney surface.

If you follow these steps you’ll have no problem in achieving a natural looking river rock fireplace. Once you get a feel for river rock you’ll understand why it is still one of the best products for designing stone fireplaces. If you would like to learn more about our river rock stone  or Fieldstone veneer line then visit our website. Or better yet, visit our showroom in Mississauga to see the stones in person.