6″ x 8″ x 16″ Catalina Stone
Premium Dual-Core Decorative Block
Professional-grade architectural masonry unit featuring distinct aggregate texture and dual core design for decorative walls, landscape features, and premium construction projects.
Key Benefits
- Distinctive exposed aggregate finish
- Decorative textured surface
- Dual-core design
- Enhanced aesthetic appeal
- Structural stability
- Weather resistant
- Design versatility
- Premium appearance
Technical Specifications
- Dimensions: 6″ x 8″ x 16″ nominal
- Actual Size: 5-5/8″ x 7-5/8″ x 15-5/8″
- Weight: Approximately 30-34 lbs
- Material: Specialty concrete with decorative aggregates
- Core Type: Double hollow core
- Texture: Exposed aggregate finish
- Compressive Strength: 2,000+ PSI
- Color: Natural stone-like gray with aggregate variations
Perfect For
- Decorative retaining walls
- Premium garden features
- Upscale landscape designs
- Architectural accents
- Outdoor living spaces
- Residential feature walls
- Commercial landscaping
- High-end construction projects
Installation Instructions
- Prepare level base or footing
- Mix mortar to proper consistency
- Place first course with textured face exposed
- Maintain uniform 3/8″ mortar joints
- Check for level and plumb
- Stagger vertical joints
- Keep decorative face clean during installation
- Consider sealer for enhanced protection
Pro Tips
- Select blocks for consistent color distribution
- Use masonry sealer to enhance and protect aggregate finish
- Keep cuts to a minimum to preserve decorative face
- Clean with gentle pressure washing if needed
- Consider accent lighting to highlight texture
- Use proper lifting techniques due to weight
- Plan pattern layout before installation
- Combine with complementary hardscaping materials
Keywords:
Catalina stone, decorative block, aggregate block, landscape block, premium masonry, architectural block, textured block, designer concrete block
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