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What Makes Cultured Stone Mantels Durable And Fire-Resistant?

Fireplace mantels do more than frame a fire- they shape the whole room’s feel. When you’re aiming for both style and strength, a cultured stone mantel stands out. Its blend of lightweight concrete and natural aggregates gives it both durability and design flexibility. But what exactly makes it last? And why does it handle heat so well? Let’s see. Built Tough: What’s in Cultured Stone Anyway? Cultured stone isn’t real stone-but that’s a good thing. It’s made from a blend of cement, lightweight aggregates, and iron oxide pigments. This combo gets molded into pieces that look like natural stone but weigh less and cost less.