Custom stone range hoods
Hand-carved stone range hoods for indoor and outdoor kitchens. Hollow carved from a single block or assembled from profiled stone sections. Custom dimensions to fit any range.
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All stone sourced from quarries in Mexico · Per project request · 4–8 week lead time for Southern California projects
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Common questions about custom stone range hood
From stone origin and material selection to installation requirements and maintenance.
What structural support does a stone range hood require?▼
An independent structural steel support is required, typically a 2x4-inch HSS steel tube frame welded to a header beam, then cladded with stone. Never hang a stone range hood from wood framing alone.
Where is NexaBuilder range hood stone sourced?▼
Range hoods are carved from Cantera from Queretaro and Chiluca from Estado de Mexico, the same materials used for centuries in the grand kitchens of Mexican haciendas.
What clearances are required above a cooktop?▼
Minimum 30 inches above an open gas burner or 24 inches above an enclosed burner per standard code. Verify local jurisdiction requirements. The liner insert must remain accessible for filter cleaning and blower maintenance.
Can a stone range hood be installed outdoors?▼
Yes. For outdoor applications, all hardware must be stainless steel, mortar must be exterior-grade, and stone should be sealed with UV-resistant exterior penetrating sealer.
What adhesive is used near the liner heat zone?▼
Stone within 6 inches of the liner insert should be set with refractory adhesive. Beyond 6 inches, standard exterior stone epoxy adhesive is appropriate.
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Installation & Finishing Guide
Materials, methods, finishing products, tools, and pricing guidance for stone range hoods installation in Southern California.
Structural & Setting Requirements
Overhead stone range hoods require independent structural steel support — typically a 2x4-inch HSS tube frame welded to a header beam, then cladded with stone sections. Never hang stone hoods from wood framing alone. Heat-rated clearances: 30 inches above open burner, 24 inches above enclosed burner. Liner insert is installed before stone cladding. Use refractory adhesive in the first 6 inches above the liner for heat zones.
Standard setting mortar: Type S masonry cement + washed plaster sand (1:3 ratio). For wet areas and pools: white latex-modified thin-set. Never use pre-mixed mastic in wet or exterior applications.
Natural stone is heavy. Calculate dead load per square foot: cantera avg 12–14 lbs/ft², travertine 13–15 lbs/ft², quartzite 16–18 lbs/ft². Submit loads to structural engineer for any overhead or load-bearing applications.
For any wet-area application, apply crystalline waterproofing membrane (XYPEX, Kryton, or equivalent) to substrate before stone setting. Two coats at 90° to each other. Allow full cure before setting stone.
Cleaning, Sealing & Enhancement
After mortar cure (72 hrs), clean with pH-neutral stone-safe cleaner. Remove grout haze with manufacturer-recommended haze remover — not muriatic acid, which damages porous stone. Rinse thoroughly.
Apply penetrating impregnator sealer (silane/siloxane blend) after cleaning and full cure. Exterior: StoneTech BulletProof or equivalent. Pool-adjacent: chlorine-resistant formula. Re-seal every 1–3 years.
For color enhancement (wet-look or natural finish), use enhancer + sealer combo product. Test on back of sample piece first — some stones will darken significantly. Enhancement is permanent.
pH-neutral cleaner only for daily cleaning. No vinegar, bleach, or citrus. For stain removal, use stone poultice appropriate to stain type (oil, rust, organic). Re-seal on schedule. Inspect joints annually.
Tools & Jobsite Equipment
- Angle grinder with 4″ diamond blade
- Wet tile saw with diamond blade (7″–10″)
- Hand-held circular saw with segmented diamond blade
- Stone chisel set + 3 lb mash hammer
- Bull-nose router bit (for edge profiles)
- Laser level (rotary, self-leveling)
- 4’ and 6’ bubble level
- Rubber mallet + wooden beating block
- Notched trowel (1/2″ square-notch for thick-set)
- Suction cup lifters (for large slabs)
- Stone spacers (3/8″ and 1/2″)
- Grout float (for wide joints)
- Grout bag + nozzle (for raked joints)
- Sponges + 5-gal buckets
- Caulk gun (for silicone joints)
- Painter’s tape (protect stone from mortar drips)
- Stone dolly / panel cart (for heavy slabs)
- Mortar mixer (drum or paddle)
- Scaffolding or pump jack (elevated work)
- Vacuum + HEPA filter (silica dust control)
- PPE: N95 respirator, safety glasses, cut-resistant gloves
Cutting dry stone generates crystalline silica dust — a known carcinogen causing silicosis. Always wet-cut or use vacuum dust collection. Never dry-cut cantera or travertine without N95 minimum respiratory protection.
Pricing a Stone Range Hoods Job
All stone is sourced and imported from Mexico per project. Lead time is typically 4–8 weeks from order confirmation. Do not schedule installation without confirmed delivery date and full material inspection on arrival.
Order 10–15% overage on all stone — breakage, cuts, and pattern matching demand extra material. Once a lot leaves the quarry, matching is nearly impossible. Leftover stone has resale value; short material stalls the project.
Include in your bid: substrate prep, waterproofing, structural steel (if required), mortar and grout materials, sealer, equipment rental, and disposal. Stone is often 40–60% of project cost.
Always inspect stone in person before full order — photos don’t capture variation, color, or finish accurately. Request samples of the actual lot. Verify dimensions are exact before cutting begins.
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