How to source and shape antique granite for historic homes

Roger Tours a Stone Salvage Yard | This Old House · 8:29 · Video: This Old House · Watch at the source

In short: In Acton, Massachusetts, Roger Cook explores a stone salvage yard to see how antique granite is selected and fabricated for a home renovation project.

The video follows Gavin Johnston as he identifies and prepares materials for a specific project in Lexington. The focus is on selecting and fabricating antique granite to create both a front walk and a custom house marker, demonstrating the craftsmanship required to preserve the character of historic properties.

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