Business Details
28 Years
experience
Expert Stonemasonry & Restoration Services
G Laing Stonecraft has been delivering exceptional stonemasonry services since 1998, combining traditional craftsmanship with modern techniques. Our expertise spans building restoration, intricate stone carving, and bespoke fireplace design, serving both private and commercial clients across Scotland. With over four decades of collective experience, our team specialises in preserving historical structures while undertaking new projects requiring precision stonework. We utilise high-quality materials like Clashach and Covesea sandstone, ensuring durability and aesthetic appeal in every project. Our portfolio includes iconic restorations such as St Mary's Cathedral and Marischal College, demonstrating our commitment to heritage preservation. Clients consistently praise our attention to detail, from lime pointing work to monumental sculptures, reflecting our dedication to maintaining traditional masonry standards.We provide comprehensive services covering re-pointing, grouting, stone replacement, and custom carving for family crests or architectural features. Our team's extensive knowledge, gained through decades of hands-on experience in quarries and restoration sites, ensures every project meets exacting specifications. We pride ourselves on delivering tailored solutions for both historic buildings and contemporary developments, maintaining open communication throughout each project's lifecycle. Our reputation for reliability and craftsmanship has been built through consistent delivery of high-quality results across diverse stonework disciplines.
Services
Building Restoration
Stone Carving
Monument Design
Fireplace Construction
Lime Pointing
Sandstone Work
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- 42 years of combined stonemasonry expertise across restoration and new builds
- Specialise in traditional lime pointing and historic building preservation
- Bespoke stone carving for family crests, monuments, and architectural features
- Experienced team trained in both modern techniques and heritage methods
- Proven track record with prestigious projects like St Mary's Cathedral restoration
What people say
Excellent work
Prompt completion
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Real asset to company
Coverage in press
Services
Building Restoration
Specialist restoration of historic buildings using traditional techniques and materials. We undertake comprehensive repairs to stonework, including re-pointing, grouting, and stone replacement for churches, castles, and listed properties. Our team combines heritage knowledge with modern methods to preserve architectural integrity while ensuring structural longevity across Scotland's historic sites.
Stone Carving
Intricate stone carving for monuments, family crests, and architectural features. Our skilled artisans create bespoke designs ranging from decorative finials to full statues, maintaining traditional craftsmanship while meeting contemporary specifications. Each piece is hand-carved from high-quality sandstone to ensure lasting durability and aesthetic appeal.
Lime Pointing
Traditional lime pointing and rendering services for historic buildings. We carefully remove defective cement pointing by hand before repointing with appropriate lime mortar mixes. This specialist technique preserves breathability in older structures while maintaining structural integrity, particularly suited to conservation areas and listed buildings across Scotland.
Monument Design
Design and construction of commemorative monuments and memorials. From initial concept to final installation, we create lasting tributes using durable sandstone materials. Our expertise includes war memorials, family monuments, and public sculptures, combining artistic craftsmanship with structural engineering to ensure longevity in outdoor environments.
Fireplace Construction
Custom fireplace surrounds and mantles crafted from premium sandstone. We create both traditional and contemporary designs, incorporating bespoke carving elements to match property styles. Our fireplaces combine aesthetic appeal with functional design, using materials that ensure heat resistance and long-term durability in residential and commercial settings.
People
Garry Laing
Founder & Master Stonemason
Established G Laing Stonecraft in 1998 after 18 years in the trade. Specialises in sandstone carving and historic restoration, with expertise spanning quarrying to final installation. Trained apprentices and led major projects across Scotland's historic buildings.
Questions
What stonemasonry services do you offer?
We specialise in building restoration, stone carving, monument design, fireplace construction, and traditional lime pointing services using high-quality sandstone materials.
How experienced are your stonemasons?
Our team has 42 years of combined experience, with expertise in both traditional techniques and modern stonemasonry practices across historic and contemporary projects.
What materials do you work with?
We primarily work with Clashach, Covesea, and St Bees sandstone, along with granite and limestone for restoration and new build projects.
Which areas do you serve?
We operate throughout Scotland, with notable projects in Moray, Aberdeen, Edinburgh, and the surrounding regions for both private and public clients.
Can you handle historic building restoration?
Yes, we specialise in historic preservation with extensive experience restoring churches, castles, and listed buildings using traditional methods and materials.
