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What kind of stone is this? Thanks.

6 years ago

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Carrera Custom Homes
6 years ago
its a mixture of 3 types and they were tumbled. the names of the stone are Pewter, leuders and light grey limestone. We also mixed old Chicago brick accents around windows and in other details on the exterior.
D S
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6 years ago
Looks amazing! thanks.
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Carrera Custom Homes
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Sure! Are you building in Houston?
D S
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6 years ago
Nope. Canada :)

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