--- title: GETTING YOUR MASONRY STONE PROJECT DONE RIGHT! description: Getting Your Masonry/Stone project done right the first time! image: https://www.stixnstones.com/hs-fs/file-21839131-jpg/images/stone.jpg --- [![PHOENIX COLOR](https://www.stixnstones.com/hs-fs/hubfs/PHOENIX%20COLOR.jpeg?width=244&name=PHOENIX%20COLOR.jpeg)](https://www.stixnstones.com/) **STORE HOURS:** Mon - Fri: 7am - 5pm Sat: 7am - 1pm Sun: CLOSED **321 DENTON AVE. • NEW HYDE PARK, NY 11040 Phone: 516-746-4341 • Fax: 516-746-4364** [![houzz interior design ideas](https://www.stixnstones.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Pioneer_Building_May2016/badge125_125_3.png?width=75&height=75&name=badge125_125_3.png)](http://www.houzz.com/pro/pioneerbuilding/pioneer-building-materials) ![Pause / Play](https://www.stixnstones.com/hs-fs/file-13583461-gif/images/transpix2.gif) Sample Item Title Sample Item Description [![Click for actual size](https://www.stixnstones.com/hs-fs/file-13583463-gif/images/truesize.gif)](https://www.stixnstones.com/blog/bid/95771/GETTING-YOUR-MASONRY-STONE-PROJECT-DONE-RIGHT#)[![Previous Picture](https://www.stixnstones.com/hs-fs/file-13583324-gif/images/stepback.gif)](https://www.stixnstones.com/blog/bid/95771/GETTING-YOUR-MASONRY-STONE-PROJECT-DONE-RIGHT#)[![Play](https://www.stixnstones.com/hs-fs/file-13582945-gif/images/play.gif)](https://www.stixnstones.com/blog/bid/95771/GETTING-YOUR-MASONRY-STONE-PROJECT-DONE-RIGHT#)[![Next Picture](https://www.stixnstones.com/hs-fs/file-13583328-gif/images/stepforward.gif)](https://www.stixnstones.com/blog/bid/95771/GETTING-YOUR-MASONRY-STONE-PROJECT-DONE-RIGHT#) [![stixnstones](https://www.stixnstones.com/hs-fs/file-13582180-jpg/images/header1-jpg-100x100.jpg)](https://www.stixnstones.com/blog/bid/95771/GETTING-YOUR-MASONRY-STONE-PROJECT-DONE-RIGHT#0_TG4175) [![](https://www.stixnstones.com/hs-fs/file-13582196-jpg/images/header2-jpg-100x100.jpg)](https://www.stixnstones.com/blog/bid/95771/GETTING-YOUR-MASONRY-STONE-PROJECT-DONE-RIGHT#1_TG4175) [![stixnstones](https://www.stixnstones.com/hs-fs/file-13582205-jpg/images/header3-jpg-100x100.jpg)](https://www.stixnstones.com/blog/bid/95771/GETTING-YOUR-MASONRY-STONE-PROJECT-DONE-RIGHT#2_TG4175) [![stixnstones](https://www.stixnstones.com/hs-fs/file-13582215-jpg/images/header4-jpg-100x100.jpg)](https://www.stixnstones.com/blog/bid/95771/GETTING-YOUR-MASONRY-STONE-PROJECT-DONE-RIGHT#3_TG4175) ***Proudly Featuring:*** ***"Authentic ThinStone"*** ***Natural Veneer Stone*** ![stixnstones](https://www.stixnstones.com/hs-fs/file-13583478-gif/images/ts_v2_logo.gif?width=239&height=84&name=ts_v2_logo.gif) # "StixnStones" Blog ## GETTING YOUR MASONRY STONE PROJECT DONE RIGHT! Posted by Heather Magone on Wed, Feb 27, 2013 @ 15:02 PM - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) When it comes to construction, it is crucial to do your research and weigh all of your options.  It is even more crucial to getting it right the first time than having to repair or start over because of poor planning or construction.  Whether you do-it-yourself or hire a professional, planning is key to everything.  Money and time are two major factors you need to be on top of.  Quality is cheaper in the long run and that means quality products and qualifying professionals.  You can do it yourself, but the more mistakes you make, the more money it will take to fix the mistakes.  Be sure to look at all costs and to compare various contractors.  You’ll notice the difference between a good contractor and a bad contractor.  A good contractor will provide you with knowledge and will answer your questions and let you know his or her recommendations.  A bad contractor will do the job despite whether he or she feels it is appropriate.   ![stone](https://www.stixnstones.com/hs-fs/file-21839131-jpg/images/stone.jpg?width=236&height=189&name=stone.jpg)  Remember to purchase extra stone for your project because each lot of stone will have variances and if you need to order more, the stones might not match and if you need to replace a tile down the line, it will be almost impossible to match.  It is important to pick a contractor with a good eye because it can make the world of a difference.  Travertine for an example will have color variations and imperfections, so the contractor has the capability of making your project special and unique. 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