Central Materials
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2013
- HeadquartersEdinburg, United States
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingServices
Central Materials firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Central Materials
- Legal name
- Central Materials
- Website
- https://centralmaterials.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2013
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Central Materials industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Building Materials Distribution
- NAICS
- Brick, Stone, and Related Construction Material Merchant Wholesalers (42332), Other Building Material Dealers (44418)
- SIC
- Retail-Lumber & Other Building Materials Dealers (5211), Structural Clay Products (3250), Cut Stone & Stone Products (3281)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Masonry & Hardscapes Retail (Brick, Block, Pavers, Stone) (CRAIAEAF)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Concrete, Cement & Aggregates Retail (Bagged Mix, Sand, Gravel) (CRAIAEAG), Doors, Windows & Millwork Retail (Interior/Exterior Doors, Windows, Moulding) (CRAIAEAI), Sheet Goods & Panels Retail (Drywall, Cement Board, Sheathing) (CRAIAEAB)
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Where Central Materials is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Edinburg
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices1 record
Markets served
Central Materials business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Services
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Building Materials Distribution: Central Materials generates revenue through the wholesale and retail distribution of building materials including stone, stucco, brick, AAC panels, pool finishes, mouldings, and basic building materials to builders, contractors, architects, and house owners in the Rio Grande Valley region.
- Specialty Construction Products: Distribution of specialty construction products including concrete blocks in various sizes, sand types, foam boards, cement products, metal lathing, and construction tools to contractors and builders.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Pay-as-you-go | Contact for pricing |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels2 records
Marketing channels3 records
Central Materials product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Central Materials distributes a comprehensive range of exterior building materials including natural and manufactured stone veneer, stucco and EIFS systems, marble-based brick, autoclaved aerated concrete (AAC) panels, pool finishes, mouldings, and basic construction materials (concrete block, sand, cement, metal lath, foam board, wraps, and tools). The company sources these products from manufacturers such as Parex, LaHabra, TEIFS, Variance, Coronado Stone, A.J. Brauer Stone, Espinoza Stone, Litecon, Universal Products, and Tecnobrick, and sells them to builders, contractors, architects, and homeowners across 13 cities in the Rio Grande Valley of South Texas.
Product overview
Central Materials is a building materials distribution company serving the Rio Grande Valley, founded in 2013. The company operates as a multi-category distributor offering a comprehensive portfolio of exterior building products. The core product categories include: Natural and Manufactured Stone (sourced from AJ Brauer, Espinoza Stone, and Coronado Stone); Stucco/EIFS systems (from Parex, LaHabra, TEIFS, and Variance); Custom Mouldings; Pool Finishes (Blue Star Mix, Radiant Fusion, and Micro Fusion Series from Universal Products); ACC/AAC Panels (Litecon brand); Marble-based Brick (Tecnobrick); and Basic Building Materials (concrete blocks, sand, foam, cement, metals, wraps, and tools). The company also distributes complete stucco systems including Continuous Insulation, Panelized CI, Weather-Resistive Barriers, Masonry Veneer Systems, and Cement Board assemblies. As a distributor, the company connects suppliers with residential and commercial contractors, architects, and builders throughout South Texas.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- Coronado Stone Products: Manufactured stone veneer brand offered by Central Materials. Coronado Stone Products offers a variety of manufactured stone veneer with eight manufacturing facilities throughout the US.
- A.J. Brauer Stone
- Espinoza Stone
Products and services
- Stone Veneer (Natural and Manufactured) Distribution of natural stone products (Nicotine Stone, Texas Mix Chopped, White Cream Stone) sourced from AJ Brauer Stone's limestone quarry in Jarrell, Texas, and Espinoza Stone, plus manufactured stone veneer from Coronado Stone Products in series including Country Rubble, Pro Ledge, Italian Villa, Old Country Ledge, Quick Stack, Tuscan Villa, and Country Castle.
- Stucco and EIFS Systems Distribution of stucco and Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS) including air and water-resistive barriers, base coats, finishes, and complete wall assembly systems from Parex (including Armourwall), LaHabra Stucco (America's #1 stucco brand since 1926), TEIFS continuous insulation systems, and Variance Specialty Finishes.
- Brick (Tecnobrick Marble-Based Series) Distribution of marble-based brick products in four series: King Series (Waterloo, New Orleans, San Marcos styles), Executive Series (Arctic White Plain, Charcoal Gray Antique, Timberwood Antique, White Mist Antique), Rockface Series (Arctic White and Arctic White Tumbled), and Tumbled Stone Series. Includes the only truly white brick on the market derived from a natural white marble quarry, with over 80 different models in varying colors and sizes.
- Exterior Window Mouldings Custom-created exterior window mouldings available in over 30 different types in stock for exterior window applications.
- Pool Finishes (Blue Star Mix, Radiant Fusion, Micro Fusion) Distribution of pool plaster finishes from Universal Products including Blue Star Mix (with colored quartz, 7-year warranty, colors: Laguna, Lakeside, Midnight, Tropical Breeze, Turquoise, White), Radiant Fusion Series (micro-pebble with 25% Jewels for Pools Glass Blend multi-hued glass beads and abalone shell, smooth texture, non-slip, stain resistant, 7-year materials warranty), and Micro Fusion Series (latest micro-pebble technology, smoother than traditional pebble). All feature pre-blended Universal High-Performance Cement enriched with pozzolans and polymers.
- ACC/AAC Panels (Litecon) Distribution of Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC) cladding panels and steel reinforced floor panels from Litecon. Lightweight, eco-friendly cellular concrete made from cement, lime, silica sand, and aluminium powder. Cladding panels in 2'x4' and 2'x7' sizes with 2'' thickness, R-Value of 2.3 continuous insulation, installable at 700 ft² per day per 2-3 person crew, compatible with stucco, plaster, veneer, sticky brick, brick, stone, or siding finishes.
- Basic Building Materials Distribution of core construction materials including Concrete Block (4", 6", 8", 6U", 8U", 12"x12", Cap), Sand (Yellow, Red, Mortar, Premix), Foam Board (0.5" through 4.0" thicknesses), Cement (Scratch & Brown, Grey Portland, Grey/White Masonry, Grey/White Thinset, White Portland), Metals (Casing Beads, Corner Beads, Expansion Joints, Metal Lath, Angle Iron, Rebar), Permabase, Tools (Mud Mixers, Brushes, Floats, Trowels, Sealants, Blades, etc.), and Wraps (House Wrap, Tyvek Wrap, Felt #15/#30, Windows Wrap in 4", 6", 8").
Quantifiable outcome
- AAC panels can be installed at 700 ft2 per day per 2-3 person crew
- +1 more outcomes
Companies that use Central Materials
Customer profileSegments3 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
Central Materials technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature3 records
Central Materials partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- ParexcoreParex is a leading stucco and EIFS manufacturer. Central Materials distributes Parex products including their Armourwall stucco assemblies, continuous insulation systems, weather-resistive barriers, and specialty finishes. Parex is described as offering innovative facade finishing solutions that architects, builders, and applicators trust.
- LaHabracoreLaHabra Stucco is America's #1 stucco brand since 1926, offering the most complete line of products including stucco base coats, cement and acrylic finishes, and air and water-resistive barriers. Central Materials distributes LaHabra products.
- TEIFSminorTEIFS has created a new standard for quality in the continuous insulation (CI) industry, offering virtually unlimited design possibilities, excellent energy efficiency, superior durability, and lower construction costs. Central Materials distributes TEIFS products.
- Variance Specialty FinishesminorVariance Specialty Finishes provides high-end decorative surface finishes including old world Venetian plasters, textured Tuscan stucco, and natural stone looks. A brand of Parex USA, Inc., it is described as the single most complete source of decorative wall finishes in the United States.
- LiteconcoreLitecon is a producer, importer and marketer of Aerated Autoclaved Concrete (AAC) panels and blocks. AAC is a lightweight and eco-friendly concrete commonly known as cellular concrete, manufactured with cutting-edge technology using cement, lime, silica sand, and aluminium powder. Central Materials distributes Litecon's AAC panels and blocks.
- Coronado Stone ProductscoreCoronado Stone Products offers a variety of manufactured stone veneer products. With eight manufacturing facilities throughout the US, they provide short lead times and competitive pricing. Their hand crafted products are difficult to discern from natural stone.
- A.J. Brauer StoneminorA.J. Brauer Stone produces high quality natural stone products from their limestone quarry northwest of Jarrell, Texas. They extract high-quality limestone blocks from open-pit quarries and process them for sale, offering stacked stone and thin veneer in 4", 6" and 8" sizes.
- Espinoza StoneminorEspinoza Stone is a natural stone supplier whose products are distributed by Central Materials alongside A.J. Brauer Stone products.
- Universal ProductscoreUniversal Products provides pool finish products distributed by Central Materials. Their Pre-blended Universal High-Performance Cement is used in Blue Star Mix, Radiant Fusion, and Micro Fusion pool finish product lines, enriched with pozzolans and polymers with comprehensive 7-year warranties.
- TecnobrickminorTecnobrick is a brick manufacturer whose products are distributed by Central Materials. They produce brick products including the King Series, Executive Series, Rockface Series, and Tumbled Stone Series.
- Brick Industry AssociationminorCentral Materials is a member of the Brick Industry Association, demonstrating their commitment to the brick industry and adherence to industry standards.
Scale indicators3 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Central Materials competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Lansing Building Products: Specialty exterior building products distributor focused on windows, siding, and trim for the residential new construction and remodeling markets. Highly comparable specialty distribution model with similar contractor customer base.
- McCoy's Building Supply: Family-owned Texas-headquartered lumber and building materials retailer with multiple stores across Texas and the Southwest. Directly comparable multi-category exterior building products distributor serving builders and contractors in similar Texas geographies.
- Beacon Building Products: Major US distributor of roofing and complementary building products including siding, windows, and waterproofing. Closely comparable specialty building products distribution model targeting professional contractors.
- White Cap (formerly HD Supply White Cap): National distributor of specialty construction supplies including concrete, masonry, stucco, and tools. Closely aligned on stucco/EIFS, masonry, and basic building materials categories that Central Materials serves.
- ABC Supply Co. Nation's largest wholesale distributor of roofing, siding, windows, and exterior building products. Most comparable peer in terms of exterior-cladding distribution model; presence in Texas overlaps with Central Materials' core categories (stucco, siding, masonry accessories).
Regional players
- BPI (Building Products Inc.): Texas-based dealer of building products including lumber, millwork, windows, and exterior cladding. Regional peer operating across Texas with overlapping exterior cladding categories.
- Cameron Building Supply: Independent regional building materials dealer serving contractors in the Texas Gulf Coast region. Comparable South Texas regional footprint and builder/contractor customer base.
Broad incumbents
- Cornerstone Building Brands: Large manufacturer of exterior building products including manufactured stone veneer, siding, and related cladding. Comparable in category (stone veneer is a Central Materials core line) but as a manufacturer rather than a regional distributor.
- Eldorado Stone: Leading manufacturer of architectural stone veneer serving residential and commercial markets. Comparable as a key manufactured stone vendor Central Materials distributes, with broader national reach.
- Parex USA: Major manufacturer of stucco, EIFS, continuous insulation, and weather-resistive barrier systems. A current core supplier to Central Materials, comparable as a category-defining incumbent in stucco/EIFS systems Central Materials distributes.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat4 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
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Central Materials leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles2 records
Central Materials funding detail
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Funding rounds
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Frequently asked questions about Central Materials
What does Central Materials do?
Central Materials distributes a comprehensive range of exterior building materials including natural and manufactured stone veneer, stucco and EIFS systems, marble-based brick, autoclaved aerated concrete (AAC) panels, pool finishes, mouldings, and basic construction materials (concrete block, sand, cement, metal lath, foam board, wraps, and tools). The company sources these products from manufacturers such as Parex, LaHabra, TEIFS, Variance, Coronado Stone, A.J. Brauer Stone, Espinoza Stone, Litecon, Universal Products, and Tecnobrick, and sells them to builders, contractors, architects, and homeowners across 13 cities in the Rio Grande Valley of South Texas.
Is Central Materials a public or private company?
Central Materials is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was Central Materials founded?
Central Materials was founded in 2013. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Central Materials based?
Central Materials is headquartered in Edinburg, United States, in the North America region.
How does Central Materials make money?
Two revenue lines are on record. Building Materials Distribution is the primary driver. The others are specialty Construction Products.
Who are Central Materials's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Lansing Building Products, McCoy's Building Supply, Beacon Building Products, White Cap (formerly HD Supply White Cap) and ABC Supply Co.. Regional players are BPI (Building Products Inc.) and Cameron Building Supply. Broad incumbents are Cornerstone Building Brands, Eldorado Stone and Parex USA.
Does Central Materials have an API?
No public API is recorded for Central Materials.
What industry is Central Materials in?
Central Materials's product category is Building Materials Distribution. Its primary akta.pro industry code is CRAIAEAF, Masonry & Hardscapes Retail (Brick, Block, Pavers, Stone), with a secondary code of CRAIAEAG, Concrete, Cement & Aggregates Retail (Bagged Mix, Sand, Gravel). Its NAICS code is 42332 and its SIC code is 5211.