Traditional stone paneling is expensive, heavy and brittle; because of these traits, stone is more complicated to use in remodeling projects or large scale construction. Even if the stone is installed perfectly, a task which requires an experienced, specialized mason, it is vulnerable to weather, concussive force and vandalism, thus adding to the cost of maintenance. StonePly resolves many of these complications by providing paneling that is light-weight, affordable, durable and easily replaceable.

By fixing a laminate of real stone to an aluminum honeycomb structure, StonePly offers wall paneling that can be used in projects of any scale. While every variety shares the same hidden, aluminum substructure, StonePly’s diverse selection of stone laminate is unrivalled. Whether your project calls for smoky, swirling marble or sparkling, mica-speckled granite, StonePly can accommodate nearly any variety of stone.

Although the stone veneer is the only visible element of this product, StonePly’s aluminum sub-structure is just as important. This unique honeycomb material grants a panel of StonePly unrivaled flexibility and strength while also providing a solid base for mounting the panels to walls, columns and floors. Unlike a solid piece of aluminum, the honeycomb structure ensures that the panels are as light as possible without compromising their structural integrity.

When it’s finally time to install, StonePly offers three methods of mounting the panels, all of which are both firm and invisible. Whether you choose to attach StonePly with a “z clip” system with one-piece z-clip extrusions, concealed screw attachments or an adhesive, like structural silicon, you can be sure that the paneling will stay firmly in place for years. Better still, no matter what method of installation you choose, StonePly is significantly more affordable than traditional masonry. From kitchen tiles to building exteriors, the applicability of this amazing building material is limited only by your imagination.

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The StonePly Team

When you choose StonePly, you not only get one of the finest stone composite panels in the world, you also gain access to the expertise of StonePly’s world class team of designers, petrologists, technicians and quality testers. With StonePly’s expert team, you can be sure that your stone composite panels have been quarried, fabricated and tested by the best in the field. If you ever have a question about how to use our product, or how to implement it in a particular project, our pro team is here to assist. Our years of experience with architects, specifiers, developers, surveyors and other construction specialists means that we are well equipped to help you make your StonePly project a success.

Experience and Manufacturing Facilities

A subsidiary of The Stromberg Group, StonePly has learned from some of the best in the business of composites. Stromberg’s fine craftsmanship and innovative problem solving are world renowned, and are evidenced in their growing list of prestigious, international clients including:

• The Atlantis Resort
• US embassies
• Caesar’s Palace
• The US Capitol
• The Smithsonian
• Disney
• Hundreds of projects around the globe

Sprouting from a small town in the USA, The Stromberg Group has grown to include five factories. Four of the factories are located in the US and service primarily the American, Middle Eastern and European markets. The fifth is an Asian factory that services primarily the Pacific Rim market. Altogether, these factories account for a production capacity of over 15,000 square meters per month; which allows them to provide for their many national and international contracts.

The company is able to provide customers with a quotation for the following services:

• Ex-works
• UK delivery
• Direct delivery to most international locations

Selection

By choosing StonePly, you choose freedom – the freedom to build with virtually any variety of stone from nearly all of the world’s quarries. Although the original StonePly is formed by grafting natural stone panels onto an aluminum honeycomb backing, other variants of StonePly exist including: natural stone on glass, fiberglass or aluminum composite.

Please feel free to contact us if you are interested in using StonePly, or you simply want to know more about this product.

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As a building material, StonePly presents several unique opportunities for builders and designers for whom weight is an obstacle. While still maintaining the natural luster and beauty of stone, StonePly weighs approximately 80% less than traditional stone panels. Because of its light weight, StonePly offers design opportunities that would not otherwise be structurally or functionally possible. Freestanding stone columns, impossibly abstract sculptures and comparably thin, external stone walls are all feasible options due to the innovation of StonePly.

StonePly is Flexible yet Strong

StonePly stone panels have the added benefit of flexibility. Unlike traditional stone panels, which are rigid and brittle when mortared into place, StonePly stone panels are fixed in place via its aluminum, honeycomb base. Aluminum, though strong, is more flexible than other metals, and certainly more flexible than pure stone. This flexive strength means that StonePly panels are less likely to break and detach when they are subjective to vibrations or concussive force. Impressively, when subjected to direct impact, StonePly is approximately sixty times more resilient than solid granite slabs. Accidents can never be anticipated, but with the durability of StonePly, you can rest assured that you’re prepared for the worst.

StonePly is Non-flammable and Non-corrosive

All of the component materials of StonePly have been selected, not only because of their aesthetics, but also because of their durability and tenacity. Stone and aluminum are neither flammable, nor do they tarnish or rust. Additionally, StonePly is resistant to corrosive elements like salt water, acid rain and smog. StonePly paneling has proven capable of standing up to strong winds and rain without delaminating or detaching. Whether you choose to install StonePly inside or outside, these panels are equipped to deal with virtually any conditions.

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Renovation is simple with StonePly. Since StonePly can be attached to nearly any surface, including bricks, stucco, metal or concrete, it’s easy to re-clad an existing structure with attractive, natural-looking stone. Sheathing a wall, floor or column with StonePly does not necessitate the removal of the old structure. Instead, the new panels are applied directly to the old wall, column or floor. Installing StonePly directly to an existing structure means skipping the step of tearing down the old structure and disposing of the debris, thus cutting down on construction time, and minimizing disruption to business as usual.

Interior and Exterior Wall Sheathing

Whether interior or exterior, stone walls are costly and structurally demanding. Light-weight StonePly sheathing reduces the structural demands of stone-clad walls by minimizing the amount of weight added by the paneling. Additionally, StonePly is non-flammable, non-corrosive and resistant to impacts that would otherwise shatter traditional stone panels. With StonePly, you are no longer limited by the weight or cost of a solid stone wall. Sandstone, granite, even marble walls are all within your grasp.

StonePly on the Water, in the Air and on the Road

Light-weight and flexible, StonePly is well suited to use in yachts, cruise ships, automobiles and aircraft, all of which must be designed to weigh as little as possible. Since StonePly weighs up to 80% less than stone panels, weight-sensitive vessels like yachts or aircraft can benefit from the classic aesthetic appeal of stone without negatively affecting their maneuverability or gas efficiency.

There are a variety of applications of StonePly, and the aluminum honeycomb base that fixes StonePly in place is substantially more forgiving than stone when subjected to the sudden jolts and vibrations associated with travel in any vehicle. Whether it is air turbulence, waves at sea or bumps in the road, StonePly allows you to enjoy real stone decoration without having to worry about it dislodging or chipping.

Finally, StonePly is equipped to resist corrosive elements like salt water, strong winds and acid rain, allowing it to be used on the decks of yachts and cruise ships without having to worry about corrosion.

StonePly Furniture and Sculptural Decorations

Though attractive, solid stone furniture is nearly impossible to move. Due to their weight, stone tables, sculptures or fountains cannot easily be rearranged. StonePly has the advantage of looking nearly indistinguishable from real stone, but without the weight, giving you the freedom to easily rearrange your StonePly furniture or sculptures. Enjoy the earthy style of stone furniture and sculptural decorations without the hassle or full cost of real stone.

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