Category Archives: Cast Stone Mantels

04 March 2014

Meet our new partner: Mason-Lite

Mason-Lite has been a premier provider of modular masonry fireplaces since 2005. Mason-Lite fireplaces are available in 17 model variations of sizes ranging from 33" up to 63". These modular concrete fire… Read More

29 January 2014

Our Fremont mantel now with a squared opening

Our Fremont mantel is quite a flexible mantel to work with. Examples of this include a previous blog entry where we have shown just how well it mates up with… Read More

20 November 2013

Our Rothton fireplace mantel found it’s perfect match in a Valor

Rarely do we get to see one of our mantels in your home once they leave our factory so when an email such as the following shows up it's always… Read More

30 October 2013

Creative innovations with cast stone

If you have an idea for a custom mantel or range hood which might differ from one of our current offerings there is a good chance we can help make… Read More

16 October 2013

Increase the value of your home with a stone fireplace mantel

Wilshire fireplace mantel - room by Sherlock Homes of Aspen Ask an appraiser what they look for when determining the market value of your home and you'll… Read More

11 September 2013

Using cast stone in an outdoor living space

A question we are frequently asked is can our stone stand up to the elements? As you can see by this beautiful outdoor installation of our Cambridge mantel, by Eichnlaub… Read More

04 September 2013

The most common firebox types

When it comes to choosing a firebox you have a choice of the three most common options. The original, centuries old design is a masonry firebox where a mason actually builds… Read More

02 August 2013

Hesitant about ordering? Don’t be.

"Mike, I must say ordering such an item, sight unseen or not tangible it was a bit concerning. You handled everything so professionally. We were able to add a hearth… Read More

15 March 2013

iPhone Apps for Ideas and Inspiration

Today we're bringing you the first of our iOS remodeling app reviews. These apps should work on either iPhones, iPod Touch or iPads. To get things started, we're reviewing three… Read More

01 March 2013

We Made the House Beautiful Cover!

See the cover of March issue of House Beautiful that features our Amhurst fireplace surround. What an honor! (more…)

26 December 2012

Old World Stoneworks Was Featured on the Houzz Home Page!

Old World Stoneworks was very excited to see one of our products show up on the home page of Houzz.com! Read the article by Atlanta-based author Becky Harris. (more…)

10 November 2012

Cast Stone Fireplace Surround Installation Day in the Lakewood Neighborhood, Dallas

We spent a day in Lakewood at a cast stone fireplace surround install with one of our favorite stone masons, Joel Studley. The process took most of the day for… Read More