Product Spotlight: CT Blend Roughly Squares & Rectangles

Natural stone has a timeless quality—grounded in strength, warmth, and character. Among the collections that best capture that balance, CT Blend Roughly Squares & Rectangles stands out as a favorite for homeowners, masons, and designers. Its classic New England charm and versatile aesthetic make it ideal for a wide range of projects, from exterior siding to outdoor living spaces. CT Blend is especially popular in projects that celebrate New England craftsmanship—though its inviting look has made it a sought-after choice nationwide.

CT Blend Roughly Squares & Rectangles Exterior by Instagrahamski (stone supplied by Georgetown and Martignetti) 

Key Features

Details: As its name suggests, CT Blend is inspired by the natural tones and textures found throughout Connecticut’s stone walls and historic architecture. Connecticut Blend (CT Blend), is made up of five stones quarried in Connecticut and its color palette includes blues, greys, tans, browns, and cream, and complements both traditional and contemporary designs. Our Roughly Squares & Rectangles pattern is created through a careful fabrication process that maintains the stone’s natural edges while offering a more manageable installation for masons. This balance of beauty and practicality reflects our mission: to provide stone that’s both beautiful and built to last.

Specifications: The Roughly Squares & Rectangles (typically referred to as Square & Rec) pieces are “roughly”  6”x6” and larger, while the rectangular pieces are longer. In contrast to the Mosaic pattern,  Square & Rec is used to create a clean and more modern look, offering a smooth, consistent shape that puts the focus on the color, texture, and individual characteristics natural stone is known for. 

CT Blend Square & Rec Fireplace by Executive Landscaping (stone supplied by Stonewood Products)

Collection Versatility: CT Blend Square & Rec Thinstone Veneer is also available in other patterns including Mosaic, Strip, Ledgestone and Ashlar. (It is available in multiple patterns as Full Bed Veneer as well.) You can learn what sets each pattern apart, how they affect the color range and variations within the collection, and find specification details, in this blog post. 

How to Incorporate CT Blend 

- Interior: Its rich variation in color and texture adds visual interest to focal points, like fireplaces and accent walls, creating a welcoming, timeless look.

- Exterior: The warm blend of tones brings depth and durability to home exteriors: on foundations, chimneys, accents, or other features, pairing seamlessly with natural materials like wood or metal.

CT Blend Roughly Squares & Rectangles Outdoor Kitchen by Landscapes by Aurelindo 

- Landscape: From stone walls to step risers to outdoor kitchens, CT Blend ties together landscape elements with a connection to nature.

CT Blend Roughly Squares & Rectangles has been featured in a wide range of projects—from lakeside retreats and backyard escapes, to modern outdoor entertainment areas. Whether you’re designing a classic stone façade or an inviting backyard gathering space, this collection delivers the timeless appeal that only natural stone can provide. For ways to incorporate CT Blend into your next project--or discover other patterns or more collections that fit your project needs--download our Residential Design Guide here!

About Our Product Spotlight: Along with our many natural stone veneer collections, we are proud to offer additional fabricated materials featuring many of the same collections. Our monthly Product Spotlight showcases the range of possibilities of natural stone options that can meet the needs of any new construction or renovation project across the United States (and parts of Canada.) Inquire about purchasing any of our products through our Authorized Dealer network. You can browse our previous Product Spotlight features here.