02.23.22
 

These Numbers Rock: Installing on Boulders

Install your numbers on a boulder for a one-of-a-kind exterior detail. Follow these tips for a stellar install that really rocks!



Modern House Numbers 4-image collage of address numbers and plaques installed on boulders.

Customer Installations on Boulders | Circle Plaque, Palm Springs numbers in Black, Dark Bronze, SoCal in Matte Black



Modern house numbers aren't just for walls! Check out these installations from our clever customers who use stone from the site to make their addresses stand apart. You just might be inspired to give it a try.

"Pro Tip: When installing on boulders or rock, you'll want a large, smooth flat surface area to install your numbers. Choose a stone with a color tone that will allow you to create contrast."

If you have a good spot, installing modern address plaques on a boulder or stone is a very eye-catching way to mark the entry to your property. With a little planning and patience, you (or your contractor) can rock it! 

Be Selective When Choosing Your Boulder

One with a large flat area will make for the best installation. Measure the face to make sure you'll have enough room for the numbers you like best.

Use A Hammer Drill + Specialty Drill Bit

You'll need some oomph behind that drill bit to drill into such a hard surface! A hammer drill and 3/16" drill bit are a requirement for this job.

Take Your Time

This install takes some planning and patience, but it's worth the little bit of extra time. As you work, do a dry run inserting the studs into the stone. If anything unusual comes up, you'll have time to make adjustments or purchase additional spacers before you've epoxied them in.

 

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Rick is a licensed architect at Repp McLain Design & Construction. He holds a Bachelor of Architecture from the University of Arizona and an MS from the Department of Architecture at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). When he’s not designing and fabricating he enjoys spending time with Brandy, Jack, Avery & Taylor and restoring his grandfather’s Ford pickup truck.

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