CASTLE ROCK, CO [November 26, 2024] – Colorado stone veneer manufacturer Sunset Stone has announced Chris Kline will be joining the company on Monday, December 2, as the new Vice President of Operations.
Chris comes to Sunset Stone with an impressive resume and experience in operations management with several manufacturing companies. Chris was most recently the Regional Operations Manager for Olde Castle APG. In his position there, Chris had responsibility for all P&L management across ten block and dry mix facilities with $225 million in annual sales; led all CAPEX projects for ten locations with annual investments of ~$20 million; and managed a workforce of more than 260 employees.
As Sunset Stone continues to aggressively pursue growth, Kline’s experience and track record will help the company prepare for increased output and performance.
“We’re taking this company to a new level… a level Chris is very familiar with,” says President Michael Cobb. “We’ll be looking to him to not only provide Sunset Stone with leadership but also new ideas and processes that will help us maximize our operations and become the organization we hope to be.”
About Sunset Stone
Sunset Stone is a stone veneer manufacturer headquartered in Colorado’s Front Range. With a wide range of profiles and hand-veined color options, Sunset Stone offers hundreds of natural-looking options. From rustic to chic, Sunset Stone helps commercial and residential building professionals achieve their vision.
Sunset Stone Expands Sales Team, Hires Sales Director
CASTLE ROCK, CO [November 12, 2024] – Colorado stone veneer manufacturer Sunset Stone has expanded their sales team and added seasoned veteran Emily Bonilla in the position of Sales Director.
“I have great confidence that Emily will be a tremendous asset to our company and help guide us to the level of sales growth that we are planning for. She’s incredibly passionate about the product, articulate and customer-focused. From day one, she’ll have a very positive impact on our sales team,” says Vice President of Sales Michael Barnett.
Bonilla is a long-time Colorado resident and a graduate of the University of Colorado–Boulder. She joins Sunset Stone with an impressive résumé and experienced background in the stone veneer industry. She was most recently the Regional Sales Leader of Western markets for Westlake Stone. Bonilla has overseen multiple brands, including Cultured Stone, Eldorado Stone, and Dutch Quality Stone. Emily began her career with Owens Corning in 2006 when Cultured Stone was an OC business. She stayed with the brand through several ownership transitions of Cultured Stone, and during her tenure, Emily held various roles, including sales, sales management and product management.
In her new role as Sales Director, Emily will lead Sunset Stone’s sales effort, both in and outside of Colorado.
“This is a competitive business,” said Sunset Stone CEO and President Michael Cobb.“In order to accomplish the goals we’ve established, we need to put knowledgeable and engaging people in the field. Emily’s track record and personality are going to be very instrumental in our ability to attract and retain the kind of blue-chip clients we’re looking for.”
About Sunset Stone
Sunset Stone is a stone veneer manufacturer headquartered in Colorado’s Front Range. With a wide range of profiles and hand-veined color options, Sunset Stone offers hundreds of natural-looking options. From rustic to chic, Sunset Stone helps commercial and residential building professionals achieve their vision.
Product Spotlight: Sunset Stone Cobble
With irregular shapes and broad variations in sizes, Sunset Stone Cobble is hard to distinguish from its natural stone counterpart. It conjures up images of sun-bathed villas, cottages and cantinas. There’s a reason it’s one of our most popular profiles. Cobble reinforces romance wherever it’s used.
Among our most popular products, Ash Cobblehas become an overwhelming favorite. Whether you’re looking to add warmth and drama to a fireplace, or surround and create an entire commercial building façade, its rustic geometry and neutral tone works well with virtually any design style and any pallet.
There’s more to see. Whether you’re looking to enhance the curb appeal of your home or add beauty and performance to a hospital, apartment complex, or restaurant… inside or out, you’ll love Sunset Stone. See all stone profiles here.
6 Myths & Misconceptions About Manufactured Stone Veneer
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Manufactured stone veneer (MSV) has long since proven itself to be a go-to building material across residential and commercial interiors and exteriors, sought after for its looks, durability, and installation efficiencies. Yet some misconceptions still proliferate among those either unfamiliar with the material or new to the industry.
Myth #1:Manufactured stone is “not real” or “fake”
While manufactured stone veneer is not straight-from-the-ground natural, it is a genuine material crafted from concrete. Concrete has been relied upon as far back as Roman times and is often uncovered from ancient civilizations.
Every MSV master, which is created to make stone veneer molds, starts with natural stone. Advances in mold technology and a commitment to authenticity ensure today’s products replicate natural materials down to the smallest detail. What’s more, they do so without having to worry about culling waste due to flaws and inconsistencies that can occur in natural stone.
Myth #2: Manufactured stone is fragile
Manufactured stone veneer may be thin, but it is not fragile. MSV products undergo testing for compliance with ASTM and CSA standards to ensure quality and performance. Many products also are rated for resistance to fire, wind, and sound.
Myth #3:MSV takes away wall share
Manufactured stone delivers a number of benefits over natural stone that help increase versatility for pros and homeowners alike. Most notably, manufactured stone is lighter in weight, allowing for its use in areas where stone or brick may not otherwise be possible. MSV also provides flexibility for installers and designers: If there is an issue with a product, simply reach out to the manufacturer for expertise or a replacement. With natural stone, there’s not much to be done.
Myth #4:Manufactured stone is a DIY product
While manufactured stone is easier to install than natural stone, it still requires a skilled craftsman in most applications. Most MSV installers have undergone training and follow ASTM guidelines. CMHA also offers a Certified Installer program to increase expertise as well as efficiency.
Certainly, MSV is a great option for enhancing a kitchen backsplash or refreshing a fireplace surround. But it also is a go-to, high-performance material for many of the commercial and multifamily projects you see every day, and is part of the design spec for a number of restaurants and hospitality chains. Warranties from manufacturers often provide insight into expected longevity.
Myth #5:Manufactured stone causes water damage
Manufactured stone veneer is just like any other cladding product: It’s one component in a building envelope that depends on a systems approach to protect against water infiltration. The wall system must be properly designed and detailed behind the veneer, according to manufacturer specifications, including a weather barrier and proper flashing to allow moisture to escape.
In addition, some manufactured stone veneer materials have water repellency in their formulations to slow the spread of bulk water, something natural stone doesn’t have. MSV systems can also be designed with drainage planes to manage moisture.
Myth #6:Manufactured stone is hard to maintain
One of the benefits of manufactured stone veneer is that it requires very little maintenance. If cleaning is needed, simply wash it with a soft brush and an appropriate cleaner recommended by the manufacturer. Cleaning frequency is no more than you would see with natural stone or brick.
Manufactured stone veneer delivers the best of both worlds: The look of natural materials with the installation flexibility, versatility, and efficiency of a veneer. Have questions or want to learn more? Reach out to us here.
Sunset Stone products have proudly earned certification from The Concrete Masonry & Hardscapes Association (CMHA). It’s an achievement we don’t take lightly as it indicates that our people, our practices and our products are the best they can be.
We pour our hearts into every stone that rolls off our production line. Our manufactured stone veneer products possess a natural beauty capable of rivaling the Rockies themselves. As a building professional, design professional, or even a homeowner, you can trust you’re getting a product that looks great and performs for a lifetime.
Visit our Resource page, under Specifications + Technical Details, to see each stone profile’s letter of CMHA certification.
Sunset Stone Releases New Brick Veneer Line
CASTLE ROCK, CO [April 23, 2024] – Sunset Stone, a Colorado manufacturer of cast stone veneer products since 1970, has introduced a new line of thin brick veneer for interior and exterior use. Sunset Stone’s Tumbled Edge Thin Brick brings a touch of warmth and character, achieving the look of weathered, time-kissed brick without decades of waiting. Available in six colors, Tumbled Edge Thin Brick rounds out Sunset Stone’s comprehensive offering of interior and exterior cast veneer stone.
“We are excited to reintroduce brick to the Sunset Stone product line,” said president and CEO Michael Cobb. “The brick aesthetic has always been a strong performer as well as a commercial exterior staple. We felt it was critical to get it back in our lineup and expand the number of colors.”
Tumbled Edge Thin Brick is now available for purchase through authorized Sunset Stone dealers across the country. For more information about pricing, availability and delivery, contact Sunset Stone at .
About Sunset Stone
Sunset Stone is a stone veneer manufacturer headquartered in Colorado’s Front Range. With a wide range of profiles and hand-veined color options, Sunset Stone offers literally hundreds of natural-looking options. From rustic to chic, Sunset Stone helps commercial and residential building professionals achieve their vision.
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