What is stacked stone ledger panel?

What is stacked stone ledger panel? A stony or metamorphic limestone column that contains numerous smaller pieces of slate, granite or other rock material stacked stone vertically on the base to form an attractive pattern of pebble billiard balls (these are commonly referred to as "stone billiards") is what a stacked stone ledger is. The term came from an old French word which meant, "a heap of stones". Although this type of lining may be evident elsewhere on your home, a stacked stone ledger is most readily found in private homes built in New England during the colonial era. Due to the architectural design of these early houses of worship, the nature of the stone used was specifically chosen to compliment the building's character and not simply to provide an aesthetic accent. Today, the term stacked stone ledger panel is used in describing contemporary lined walls, columns, door surrounds, shower enclosures and other features that add depth, character and interest to a room and that are made from a variety of materials, including granite, marble, limestone, slate, travertine, sandstone and other natural stone products. With the advent of manufacturing techniques that can fabricate products from metal, fiberglass, ceramic and other non -porous materials, the size and scope of the stonework industry has broadened dramatically. In addition to the use of stacked panels in interior applications, many architects, decorators and designers use this style of lining in exterior design as an element of visual flow and as a component of the landscape.

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