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NATURAL ARCHITECTURAL STONE

Split-Face Stone Cladding for Bold Facades

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ABOUT SPLIT-FACE STONE
Split-face stone stands out for its textured surface, achieved by fracturing the stone rather than cutting it smooth. At Pierrexpert, it’s available in limestone, granite or sandstone for accent walls, facades, and indoor or outdoor cladding, in a wide range of tones and formats.
ORIGIN & COMPOSITION

A texture that adds depth

Unlike smooth-cut limestone or sandstone, split-face stone keeps its natural fracture, creating a play of light and shadow that a smooth-cut stone simply can’t reproduce. Every piece is unique in color, shape, and size, allowing for nearly endless laying patterns.
As a split-face stone cladding supplier, Pierrexpert offers this stone as a 100% natural cladding product, suited to both interior and exterior applications. Its individual-piece format makes installation straightforward, and maintenance stays minimal once it’s installed.
Split-face stone cladding for facades is especially popular for accent walls, fireplaces, and facades that aim to stand out through texture rather than carved detail. Since split-face stone is fabricated from limestone, granite or sandstone, its technical properties (hardness, porosity, freeze-thaw resistance) follow those of the base stone used.
USES

Applications

Exterior walls and facades
Interior accent walls
Kitchens and living rooms
Fireplaces
Garages
Residential and commercial cladding
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Technical specifications

Base material
Limestone or sandstone, depending on variety
Texture
Fractured surface, unpolished
Format
Individual pieces of varying sizes
Thickness
Starting at 1 ½ in., custom cut
Installation
Straightforward, minimal maintenance once installed
Use
Indoor and outdoor

Split-face stone is 100% natural: unlike manufactured or cast stone veneer, every piece comes directly from the quarry and keeps its original fracture.

OUR SELECTION

Our split-face varieties

Beaucastel

Warm blended tones with a pronounced rustic character.
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Beechwood

Varied shades of brown with a hint of grey, reminiscent of tree bark.
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Black Knight

A dark, sleek finish that adds a touch of luxury.
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Cabernet

Deep, textured red tones.
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Chardonnay

Light, warm tones with golden highlights.
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Chateau

A blend of multiple colors for a prestigious look.
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Château Mix

A multicolor blend inspired by classic European style.
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Desert Buff

Warm, sandy tones reminiscent of desert landscapes.
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Desert Mix

A blend of sand and brown tones for a striking natural effect.
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Designers Blend

An earthy mix of brown and beige.
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Frontier Mix

Grey and brown combined for a forest-like effect.
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Greyberry Blend

A mix of grey and burgundy tones.
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Heritage

Wavy and mottled patterns in grey and white.
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Lakefield

Grey with a distinct rough surface, reminiscent of mountain stone.
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Light Smoke Stack

A bright off-white tone, like sand on a beach.
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Old Town

A mix of black, grey, and beige.
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Richmond Hill

A rustic look in beige and grey tones.
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Tricolor Strips

A combination of dark and light grey.
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Two Tone Blend

A balance of two complementary tones.
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Split-face or smooth stone: how to choose

Split-face stone leans into texture and depth, a choice for projects looking for a bolder, more contemporary effect. Smooth or honed limestone and sandstone suit a more classic or refined style. The two can also be combined on the same project, for example a main facade in smooth limestone with split-face accents.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Frequently asked questions

What is split-face stone?

Split-face stone is natural stone whose visible surface has been obtained by mechanically splitting a block rather than sawing it. The result is a raw, textured surface that creates striking shadow play. Available in limestone, granite and sandstone, Pierrexpert is a split-face stone cladding supplier for high-end residential and commercial projects.

Split-face vs. smooth stone: what are the advantages?

Split-face stone brings texture, depth, and a bold, organic character. Smooth stone offers a more refined, contemporary look, preferred for fine architectural details. A popular choice is to combine both.

Can split-face stone be used both indoors and outdoors?

Yes, both. Outdoors, it holds up well to weathering when properly installed. Indoors, it’s highly sought after for feature walls, particularly behind fireplaces and in entry halls.

What colors of split-face stone are available?

In split-face limestone: bright white, beige, ivory, light grey, and medium grey. In split-face sandstone: sand, chamois, golden brown, rust, and rose-tinged tones. Multiple colors can also be blended within a single project.

Split-face vs. stacked stone: what is the difference?

Split-face refers to the surface finish. Stacked stone refers to the laying pattern, horizontal courses with thin or nearly invisible joints. The two are commonly combined for luxury home facades.

PROJECTS

Split-face projects

Montreal, QC

Le Domaine

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Outaouais, QC

Hillside Residence

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Long Island, NY

The Estate

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Annapolis, MD

The Fortress

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