Here at DeVinci Cast Stone, we value our relationships with architects immensely. Our mantels have been growing in popularity over the last several years and we are seeing an increase in interest in our products from clients working with new constructions. Builders, GC’s, and architects have proven to be the easiest clients to plan designs with, so we are aiming to build more relationships with clients such as yourself.
Since architects work entirely with new constructions, you will be able to reap many of the benefits that remodelers or homeowners are not able to. It is our goal to help you achieve the best results at the lowest cost to you and your clients. This can be achieved through preplanning and coordinating building plans for use with our products.
aRCHITECT BENEFITS
We encourage architects and builders to coordinate the firebox selection with the mantel to be installed to save cost on design modifications. Rather than altering the mantel after firebox installation, we can help you plan the selection & placement of it in advance. This allows us to ensure compatibility with the mantel of your choice at the lowest cost.
Although many of our designs are adjustable, modifications will increase the cost, primarily due to added design and production efforts. It is for that reason that we emphasize the importance of preplanning and coordination.
Our expansive library of CAD files is available online, which allows you to see what modifications (if applicable) are able to be made with each mantel. This can help reduce need for back-and-forth communications between you and our design team, which will in turn reduce the time it takes to resolve design details and start the production timeline. A link to our CAD library can be found at the bottom of this page.
DeVinci Cast Stone is also proud to offer a trade discount for individuals and companies that participate in interior design, architecture, new construction, or remodeling. See below for details!
PRODUCT BENEFITS
- Comparable texture to natural limestone at a
fraction of the cost. - Lower weight, which contributes to lower shipping
costs and easier installations. - Adjustable designs that can conform to existing
jobsite conditions or special requirements dictated
by building plans. - GFRC (Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete) is non-combustible and has compression strength of over 6,500 pounds, twice that of standard concrete
- GFRC material allows for the mantels to be installed
indoors or outdoors. - Customized setting drawings, mounting hardware,
and color matched grout mix provided.
ORDERING PROCESS
ESTIMATING
We understand that budget is almost always the most important factor when it comes to material and product selections, so the first phase in ordering is to provide pricing. For a preliminary quote, we only need three pieces of information. These include: mantel selection, shipping ZIP code, and firebox rough size. More specifics will be required later, but for the purpose of an initial quote, these are the only pieces of information needed.
DESIGNING
After a price has been approved by you or your clients, DeVinci will begin the design process. To design the mantel, we will require that you provide either the specification sheet for the firebox or a filled out measurement worksheet (if the box is already installed). With these measurements, we will propose a suggested design for you which will serve as a start point for our revisions.
ORDERING
The ordering process will always require the same two documents: one approved dimensional drawing, and one approved corresponding estimate. After we receive these, you will receive a 50% deposit invoice via email. These can be paid online by card or by a mailed check. The payment may come from your company, you, or your client.
PRODUCTION & LEAD TIME
After contract documents and payment are received, the production timeline will begin. The mantel will be produced to the exact specifications on the signed dimensional drawing. On average, our mantels take 6-8 weeks from order date to delivery. When the mantel is ready for shipment, we will send completed photos and the final invoice. Final payment is due before shipment can be arranged.
CAD FILE LIBRARY
Design is an important part of every new construction or remodel project, so we are proud to offer an expansive library of CAD files. These files show the adjustable nature of our mantels as well as their restrictions to aid you in your design planning. Visit our library today to place your top choice of mantel into your plans!
TRADE PROFESSIONALS DISCOUNT
DeVinci Cast Stone offers a trade discount for professionals such as yourself who come to us with new business. The full sum of your order minus shipping will have the discount applied. Additional discounts may be available for larger volume partners.
Feel free to reach out to our lead designer Mari Phelps for more details!
WORK WITH DEVINCI
We’d love to work with you!
To learn more or discuss your projects,
please reach out to us today:
Mari Phelps
mariphelps@devinciprecast.com
405.768.1098
