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Throughout the 60 years of our existence, we occasionally have employees who have a deep desire to learn and grow in their profession and this month’s RockStar happens to be one of those people.  Michael Gallegos started as an install helper and quickly progressed through the shop as a talented fabricator.  When we purchased our […]

Do you know what we love? Giving you that little burst of joy that comes from seeing something extra special. For a lot of our customers, that comes from choosing something a bit different: exotic stone. Over the last several years there has been an abundance of new stones that have come to the market,

New Mexico is renowned for its rich geological diversity, and one of its prized natural resources is travertine marble. This unique form of limestone has been used in construction and architecture for centuries due to its durability and exquisite beauty. How have travertine and Rocky Mountain Stone intertwined to leave their mark on history? Let’s

This month’s Rock Star, Rafael Mancilla, is truly a craftsman in every sense of the word. Oftentimes, the quality of stonework comes down to an impeccable installation. Rafael is one of the best and consistently does great installations every day of the week. His attention to detail is second to none and he’s about as

When it comes to upgrading the elegance or wow factor of your home, it’s hard to beat a show stopping installation of natural stone. You can’t go wrong, whether it’s a kitchen countertop, bathroom vanity, or a stunning fireplace surround! However, the installation process traditionally involved a fair amount of guesswork and a margin for

At Rocky Mountain Stone, we have been blessed to have many outstanding individuals journey with us on our quest to be the best stone fabrication shop in the Southwest. One of our managers, Nash Lujan, has been an integral part of our success over the years and we’d like to recognize him this month for

Are you searching for the perfect statement piece to elevate your bathroom’s style? Talk about a dream come true! Back in the ‘60’s one of our founder’s favorite shows was “The Flintstones.” Everything the Flintstones did, and had, revolved around the world of stone – working in the quarry, driving a stone-wheeled car, living in

One of the most critical and challenging jobs is managing and coordinating the schedules for our templating and installation crews. Our daily goal is to do things right the first time, every time. There is daily coordination between the project managers, the production shop, and the installation teams to ensure that we can keep the

Rocky Mountain Stone’s iconic marquee has unlocked one of the most important rules of marketing: Make an impression. The marquee out in front of Rocky Mountain Stone has become a must-see for anyone driving south on I-25 and has a history of its own that has supported both the business and the community for the

Our January Rock Star of the Month has been a team member at RMS for almost 20 years and has installed some of the most incredible stonework in the state of New Mexico. Sam is a very hard worker who takes on the most complicated jobs. His ability to finish large projects, with an eye