Stone Column and Siding Transition Detail

Photo Details
- Date: January 1, 2026
- Time: 3:01 PM EST
- Weather: Cloudy, 21°F (feels like 11°F with wind chill). Snow cover on ground.
- Phase: Siding Installation
- Location: 309 E. 7th St., Clare, MI
- View: Detail of stone column at front corner, looking at transition to garage opening
Description
Close-up detail showing the transition between the decorative stone veneer column and vinyl siding. The stone column features a ledge cap on top, and the siding starter strip is visible where vinyl siding will meet the stone. The area above shows Tyvek house wrap still awaiting siding installation.
Visible Elements
Stone Veneer Column:
- Versetta Ledgestone panels (Plum Creek color)
- Natural earth-tone browns and tans
- Flat stone ledge cap on top of column
- Textured stacked-stone appearance
- Column positioned at garage door opening corner
Siding Integration:
- Vinyl siding starter strip visible at stone cap level
- J-channel/receiver for siding termination
- Light gray vinyl siding installed on adjacent wall
- Clean transition between materials
Work in Progress:
- DuPont Tyvek house wrap visible above
- Area awaiting siding installation over garage door
- Black flashing/moisture barrier at base
Environment:
- Snow and ice on ground
- Garage interior visible through opening
- Construction materials staged inside
Material Details
Stone Product:
- Manufacturer: Boral (Versetta Stone)
- Style: Ledgestone
- Color: Plum Creek
- Installation: Mechanical fasteners (no mortar)