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Stone Work
Heights General Constuction offers commercial and residential stone masonry & our work backed by the long experience of our professionals. We provide all levels of masonry work, from residential or private, to commercial and large projects. Our quality work is fully insured, so you can count on us to get the job done and done right.
Stone and masonry work can provide functional and beautiful walls, patios and other outdoor enhancements to your property. Stone walls provide protection against erosion, and also provide privacy.
Some Facts Fun Facts about Stonework
Depending on the composition, most granite materials can withstand temperatures of up to 2,300 degree Fahrenheit before melting occurs.
Diamonds are the only hardest material above granite.
As early as 8,000 years ago, Native Americans on the west coast would ride 60 miles in canoes from North America to San Clemente Island in order to collect soapstone for effigy carving and cooking bowls.
The ancient city of Aswan in Egypt is home to the oldest known quarries in the world. Estimate carbon dating puts this quarry around 50,000 years old. It produced an abundance of red, grey, and black granite materials used in the burial chambers and monuments of the ancient Egyptian Royals. This includes the Great Pyramid of Giza.