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Tony Krasuin

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A Masonry company serving the Okanagan/Shuswap. We are known for quality of work and will keep it that way! We take pride in every stone we set. ⚒🇨🇦✊

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Some staircases are built to get you from one floor to the next. Others become a masterpiece that will never be forgotten. 🔥

This natural stone staircase is one of those projects that will always stand out. Using West Coast Ledge Stone from Pangaea, we helped bring another incredible Hindbo custom home to life.

The floating staircase, the sweeping curves, the natural stone wrapping the walls, and the way the lighting brings every detail to life — it all comes together to create something truly special.

This is where masonry becomes more than a trade. It becomes art. Every stone, every joint, and every detail plays a part in the finished product. When craftsmanship and design come together like this, the result speaks for itself.

Another custom build with Hindbo Construction that we’re proud to have been part of. Projects like this are a reminder of why we love what we do.

Built with passion. Finished with pride. Made to last.

Rock on. 🪨🔥

#GranataMasonry #HindboConstruction #PangaeaStone #WestCoastLedgeStone #NaturalStone taken in Salmon Arm, British Columbia by @granata_masonry

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Scratch coat is DONE! 💪 Now the fun begins… TODAY WE START THE STONE! 🪨🔥

All the prep work is behind us, and now it’s time to bring this project to life, one stone at a time. This is where the vision starts coming together, and I couldn’t be more excited to see how it turns out!

Stay tuned… things are about to get exciting! 🤘

Granata Masonry — Rock on! 🇨🇦 by @granata_masonry

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🛠️ PRO TIP from the job site!

When your tar paper meets finished materials like Hardie board, leave it long until after the stone is installed!

For years, I’d cut it back early, only to have to mask it off again to keep mortar off the Hardie board while parging. Then I realized there’s a better way!

Leave the tar paper long, install your stone, and cut it back afterward. It saves you a step, saves time and money, and helps create a better seal where the materials meet.

✅ One less step
✅ Less wasted time
✅ A better seal

Sometimes, it’s the little tricks you pick up over the years that make the biggest difference.

Work smarter, not harder. Rock on! 🤘

#GranataMasonry #MasonryProTips #Stonemasonry #WorkSmarterNotHarder by @granata_masonry

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Solo man today. 💪

41 years old, 24 feet up on scaffolding, and putting in a full day’s work.

Scaffolding built, all the roofs covered in plywood, paper and mesh installed, and stucco stops all in. Not a bad way to kick off a new project!

Some days you just have to step back, look at what you’ve accomplished, and appreciate the work you put in. Especially when it’s all on your own.

Day one in the books, and feeling damn accomplished. There’s something satisfying about putting your head down, getting after it, and watching a project come together one step at a time.

No shortcuts. No excuses. Just hard work.

41 and still climbing. 💪🔥

#GranataMasonry #BlueCollar #HardWorkPaysOff #OneManShow #BuiltNotBought by @granata_masonry

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What a view! 😍🌊

Working on Gem Quality’s new site overlooking Okanagan Lake. It doesn’t get much better than this! Nothing like getting to do what you love in a place like this.

Another great project with a beautiful view. Grateful for the work, the people we get to work with, and the opportunity to leave our mark on another incredible property.

Rock on! 🪨🤘

#GranataMasonry #GemQualityHomes #OkanaganLake #StoneWork #BuiltToLast by @granata_masonry

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🍂 A Thanksgiving Doorway Built to Make an Entrance. 🪨

This Thanksgiving, I’m feeling extra grateful for the opportunities to create something different, work with my hands, and turn a pile of stone into something that will stand for generations.

There’s something about natural stone that just hits different. The texture, the colours, the details, and the way every piece comes together to create something unique.

This doorway is a perfect example of how stone can transform an entrance into a true feature. Every corner, every return, and every little detail matters. It’s not just about covering a wall in stone — it’s about creating a look that belongs there.

From our family at Granata Masonry, wishing everyone a Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃

Thankful for the customers who trust us, the builders who keep bringing us great projects, and everyone who supports what we do.

Good people. Good work. Natural stone.

Rock on! 🤘🪨

#GranataMasonry #NaturalStone #StoneMasonry #Thanksgiving #filipinocraftsmanship taken in Salmon Arm, British Columbia by @granata_masonry

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OUT WITH THE FAKE. IN WITH THE REAL. 🪨🔥

This fireplace was ready for a serious transformation! We ripped off the old fake river rock and replaced it with the real deal — Tofino Sky natural stone from K2 Stone.

The natural colours, unique shapes, and character of every individual stone bring a whole different level of depth and texture to this space. Finished off with that solid timber mantel, it’s a perfect combination of natural stone and wood.

This is what happens when you take the time to choose the right materials and let natural stone do what it does best.

No two stones are exactly alike, and no two projects ever turn out the same. That’s the beauty of working with the real thing.

Another transformation by Granata Masonry. Rock on! 🤘

#GranataMasonry #K2Stone #TofinoSky #NaturalStone taken in Blind Bay, British Columbia by @granata_masonry

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🔥 One cool pantry floor!

Herringbone brick with a whitewashed finish — the perfect blend of rustic character and timeless craftsmanship.

This absolutely custom pantry was one for the books! Every detail comes together, from the custom cabinetry to that brick floor that brings so much warmth and personality into the space.

Brick flooring isn’t just something to walk on. Done right, it becomes a feature of its own. 👌

At Granata Masonry, it’s all about bringing something different to the table and creating spaces that stand out from the rest.

Custom work. Timeless character. Built to be remembered.

#GranataMasonry #BrickFlooring #HerringboneBrick #CustomHomes #MasonryArt taken in Vernon, British Columbia by @granata_masonry

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REMEMBER: STONEMASONRY IS MORE THAN A TRADE. IT’S AN ART.

Give 10 stonemasons the exact same pile of stones and tell them to build something with it. You’ll get 10 completely different results. Every mason sees the stone differently. Every cut, every placement, every joint, and every detail tells a different story.

That’s the beauty of natural stone. It’s not just about stacking rocks and filling joints. It’s about having an eye for the stone, understanding how the pieces fit together, and turning raw material into something that looks like it belongs exactly where it sits.

Choosing the right stonemason can completely change the look of your project.

So when you’re looking for a stonemason, don’t just look for the cheapest guy. Look for the guy who can deliver the look you’re after. Look at his work. Study the details. Pay attention to the craftsmanship.

Think about it… if you were buying a beautiful, high-end painting to hang in your home, would you be searching for the cheapest painting you could find? Or would you be looking for the one that catches your eye and makes you stop and look twice?

Stonework is no different. You’re investing in something that could be part of your home for generations. Make sure it’s done by someone who sees it as more than just another job.

At Granata Masonry, we believe the little details make the big difference. If we can dial it in a little more, we do.

Because at the end of the day, anyone can lay stone. But creating something that truly stands out? That takes an artist.

Choose your mason wisely. 🪨🔥

#GranataMasonry #Stonework #Stonemasonry #Craftsmanship #NaturalStone by @granata_masonry

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PROJECT BRICK 🧱🔥

Bucket after bucket, up and down all day! Getting mortar 20 feet up to the top of this chimney is a workout in itself. 💪

Big push today, and we officially reached the roofline! One step closer to wrapping up this transformation and moving on to the next cool project.

Huge thanks to Dana for the help today! Every good job takes a team, and I appreciate the extra hands.

Brick by brick, bucket by bucket. We’re getting it done! 👊

#GranataMasonry #ProjectBrick #BrickByBrick #ChimneyBuild taken in Salmon Arm, British Columbia by @granata_masonry

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Project Brick 🧱

On to the last piece of the puzzle — the chimney! 🔥

What a transformation this house has already gone through. New soffits, fascia and lighting by Up Front Exteriors, and a whole lot of brick work by Granata Masonry bringing it all together.

We’ve got one big push to get this wrapped up this week, then it’s on to the next cool project in Vernon.

Brick by brick, the vision is coming together. 👊🧱

Almost there. Let’s finish strong.

#GranataMasonry #ProjectBrick #BrickWork #Masonry #VernonBC taken in Magna Bay by @granata_masonry

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River rock fireplace 🪨🔥

All ready for its pot-belly stove!

For this log home, we wanted the masonry to feel like it belonged there — so we used Cultured Stone river rock to tie in with the rest of the home’s natural features.

Lots of rounded stone, tight fitting, and plenty of time spent finding the right piece for the right spot. The result is a fireplace that feels like it’s been part of this log home forever.

Now all that’s missing is the stove, a fire, and a cold night outside. 🔥

Another one ready to rock. 🤘

#GranataMasonry #RiverRock #CulturedStone #LogHome #PotBellyStove taken in Sicamous, British Columbia by @granata_masonry

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