Business Details
41 Years
experience
Expert Stonemasons in Edinburgh
Ameno Stonemasons is a family-run business established in 1985, specialising in traditional stonemasonry and stone restoration. With over 40 years of combined experience, our father-and-son team delivers high-quality craftsmanship across Edinburgh, the Lothians, Fife, and central Scotland. We utilise traditional methods and materials, including hydraulic lime mortar and Lithomex stone repairs, to preserve historical integrity while meeting modern standards. Our expertise spans boundary wall rebuilds, chimney restoration, sandstone repairs, and intricate stone detailing on landmarks like Edinburgh Castle. As a small business, we prioritise personal service, competitive pricing, and meticulous attention to detail, ensuring projects are completed to the highest standard.Our reputation for reliability and skill has been built through decades of successful projects, from Victorian terraces to conservation areas. We work closely with clients to provide tailored solutions, using reclaimed or pre-cast stone where appropriate to maintain aesthetic continuity. All work is backed by a commitment to quality assurance and client satisfaction, with references available upon request. Our team's extensive industry knowledge, including stonemasonry training at Edinburgh's Telford College, ensures technical excellence across every project. From initial consultation to final execution, we focus on delivering durable, visually authentic results that respect the original architecture.
Services
Lime Pointing
Rendering
Sandstone Fitting
Boundary Wall Rebuilds
Chimney Rebuilds
Lithomex Restoration
Stone Repairs
Ashlar Pointing
Dental Indents
Portico Rebuilds
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We are a family-run business with over 40 years of combined stonemasonry experience.
- Our team specialises in traditional methods for authentic stone restoration.
- We provide competitive pricing without compromising on quality or detail.
- Our work spans iconic landmarks and residential properties across Scotland.
- We offer tailored solutions for both modern and conservation area projects.
What people say
High standard
Professional and efficient
Skilled craftsmen
Clean tidy finish
Delighted with result
Services
Lithomex Stone Restoration
Lithomex restoration repairs cosmetic stone damage using a lime-based product that mimics natural stone. This technique preserves original structures while allowing buildings to breathe, preventing moisture retention. Ideal for historic properties requiring non-invasive repairs.
Lime Pointing
Hydraulic lime mortar application restores aged stone or brick walls. This flexible, porous material accommodates building movement while maintaining breathability, essential for preserving traditional structures' integrity across Scotland's varied climate.
Boundary Wall Rebuilds
Complete boundary wall reconstruction using reclaimed or pre-cast stone. Projects incorporate traditional techniques to match existing architecture, creating durable, aesthetically consistent boundaries that enhance property character and value.
Chimney Rebuilds
Structural chimney restoration and rebuilding services address weather damage and deterioration. Work includes stone replacement, repointing, and capping to ensure functionality and visual harmony with original building design.
Sandstone Repairs
Specialist sandstone repair and replacement for conservation areas and historic buildings. Techniques include stone dressing and lintel replacement, maintaining architectural authenticity while addressing structural concerns in Edinburgh's heritage properties.
People
Giuseppe Ameno
Founder/Co-owner
Giuseppe 'Pino' Ameno has 40 years' experience in stonemasonry, apprenticed at Allans in Piershill. He has worked on major Scottish projects including Scott Monument restoration and over 40 Dudleys properties, demonstrating exceptional craftsmanship and industry reputation.
Michael Ameno
Co-owner
Michael Ameno trained at Edinburgh's Telford College and worked with his father since the 1990s. His experience includes Edinburgh Castle restoration and Australian prestige projects. He returned to Scotland in 2009 to continue the family business with specialist stone restoration expertise.
Questions
What areas do Ameno Stonemasons cover?
We operate across Edinburgh, the Lothians, Fife, Borders, and all central Scotland locations.
Do you work on listed buildings?
Yes, we specialise in conservation area projects and historic building restoration using appropriate traditional methods.
How long does stone restoration take?
Project duration varies by scope, but we complete most residential repairs within 1-3 weeks while maintaining quality standards.
Can you match original stone materials?
We use reclaimed stone where possible and source pre-cast options to ensure visual consistency with original structures.
Are your stonemasons qualified?
Our team has formal training and decades of practical experience, including work on Edinburgh Castle and Scott Monument.
Do you offer guarantees?
We stand by our workmanship quality, with all projects completed to exacting standards agreed with clients beforehand.
