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The Difference is in the Details

AirStone

GenStone

Material Composition
Airstone is made from ultra-light material which may sacrifice the integrity of the stone itself.
Proprietary blend of materials sourced in the USA resulting in a durable woodlike panel
Installation Process
You need interior and/or exterior adhesive, a putty knife, a hacksaw, and the AirStone.
Install all GenStone panels inside or outside with fasteners along the shiplap and adhesive on the back of each piece
System
AirStone is individual stone pieces that you attach together individually. Corners are individual, making installation time-consuming.
The GenStone Made Easy System contains panels, inside and outside corners, trim, ledgers, wall caps and finished edge pieces
Warranty
AirStone orders come with a 10 year warranty
GenStone orders come with a 25 year warranty
Cost per SQFT
AirStone averages $6 to $8 per SQFT not including the required adhesive which costs around $30 a bucket.
GenStone is $13 to $18 per SQFT before any project promotions which can save as much as 50% over the cost of real stone
Support
AirStone will assist you with technical questions and helping you measure your wall.
GenStone Project Coordinators are available at no additional cost to assist with color selection, estimates and questions during installation

Airstone is a lightweight material that is like stone. It is lightweight enough to need just adhesive to attach it to the wall. Airstone products include individual stone pieces for walls and corner pieces. Airstone comes in three different colors. Each piece is made up of varying size and color. They also imitate the feeling of stone in their texture.

Established in 2003, GenStone manufacturers a full collection of stone and brick colors including easy to install panels, corners, ledgers, trim, pillars and columns. The majority of the materials used to formulate GenStone panels are sourced in the United States which are then cast and hand painted by artisans in Mexico.

Why a One by One Install is Nothing but Trouble

Inefficiency and Maintenance

Individual faux stone panels are one popular option when it comes to redecorating your home. But the real question here is “why?” Individual panels can likely come with a number of problems during installation and after completion.

The amount of time needed to separately piece each panel in its proper place is mind-boggling. It will take up to 75% more time installing each panel as opposed to installing larger chunk panels that include multiple individual stone pieces. What sounds like more fun to you, installing individual pieces over the course of the next month, or using large panels that you can complete in one weekend?

Separate stone pieces also will not be as strong as a bigger panel will. Each stone piece will likely give you more trouble in needing attention when one falls out of place. In contrast, a larger piece, covering multiple square feet, will be much more sturdy and unified to hold up in any kind of weather conditions.

Top 10 Reasons GenStone is the Best AirStone Alternative

Project Coordinators

From color selection to takeoffs and installation support, our team is available to you on demand, before and after the sale.
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Reviews

With an overall sentiment near 5 stars collected by an independent 3rd party, our customers are our best advertisement.
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Authenticity

Cast from real stone to ensure realistic shapes and depth, our panels feature a hand painted finish to avoid a manufactured look.
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Durability

Life tested and lab approved, we've pushed our panels to the limit and back it up with our 25 year warranty.
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Versatility

From accent walls to fireplaces, patios, outdoor kitchens and full home transformations, any project is possible with GenStone.
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Customer Service

Our support doesn't end with your Project Coordinator, our Customer Service team solves any shipping or related issue.
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Accessories

Our unique 90º inside and outside corners make difficult installations with alternative products quick and easy with GenStone.
How to Install

Visuals

At no cost to you, our design team will create stunning visuals to show you what GenStone would look like on your home.
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Availability

We've lowered our margins and invested heavily in our inventory, GenStone is ready to ship to your home in 3-5 days.

Quality Control

The majority of the raw materials used to create GenStone panels are sourced in the USA from industry leading suppliers.