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Straight Up Stone by Martini Stone Masonry
Hey, welcome to the Martini Stone Masonry Podcast — where we talk all things stone, from backyard projects to big commercial builds. Pull up a chair, because we're getting into the nitty-gritty of the trade, one episode at a time.
Episodes
9 episodes
Choosing the Perfect Stucco Colors and Textures for Your Calgary Home
If you're thinking about refreshing your home's exterior — or adding character to your interior walls — stucco might be exactly what you're looking for. It's durable, versatile, low maintenance, and the range of colors and textures available to...
Everything You Need to Know About Chimney Repair and Maintenance
Your chimney does two critical jobs — removing smoke and flue gases from your home and creating the draft that keeps your fire burning properly. When it's working well, you don't think about it. When it isn't, the consequences range from poor f...
Natural Stone Benefits: Why It's the Best Investment for Your Calgary Property
When it comes to renovating or upgrading your home, few material decisions have a bigger impact on longevity, appearance, and long-term value than choosing between natural stone and synthetic alternatives. In this episode, we make the full case...
How to Hire a Masonry Contractor in Calgary: What You Need to Know Before You Sign Anything
Hiring the wrong masonry contractor in Calgary is an expensive mistake — and in Calgary's climate, poor masonry work doesn't take long to fail. Bad mortar joints let water in, that water freezes, and what started as a cosmetic issue becomes str...
Masonry Construction: A 10,000 Year History and Why It Still Matters in Calgary
Masonry is one of the oldest building techniques in human history — and one of the most enduring. From the earliest permanent settlements of the Neolithic Revolution to the brick streetscapes of Calgary's historic neighbourhoods, masonry has ou...
Chimney Crown Repair: What Calgary Homeowners Need to Know
Your chimney crown is one of the hardest working and least noticed parts of your home. It sits exposed at the very top of your chimney, taking the full force of Calgary's weather year-round — and when it fails, the damage doesn't stay at the to...
Top 5 Types of Stone for Outdoor Construction in Calgary
Thinking about transforming your Calgary backyard into a real outdoor living space? Whether you're planning a patio, a stone fireplace, an outdoor kitchen, or a retaining wall, the material you choose will determine how it looks, how long it la...
Calgary Parging: How to Protect Your Foundation from Freeze-Thaw Damage
Spring in Calgary has a way of revealing foundation problems that were hidden all winter — and if you're seeing cracks, peeling, or white chalky residue on your foundation walls, this episode is exactly what you need to hear.Calgary expe...
How Much Does Parging Cost in Calgary? A Homeowner's Guide
If you've noticed cracks, peeling, or crumbling on your foundation walls, this episode breaks down everything you need to know about parging repair costs in Calgary.We cover what parging actually is, why it matters for Calgary homes spec...
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