Installing Stone Veneer Siding

This product is panelized to provide a dramatic texture and aesthetically appealing design which is ready to be installed from the box to the wall in minutes using deck screws.

Installing stone veneer siding.

Includes planning equipment and material acquisition area preparation and protection setup and cleanup. Grout and clean surface. Fabricate and install with thinset mortar. Once the lath is attached apply mortar to the lath 1 16 to 1 8 thick.

The intent of both strategies is to ensure a strong bond between the stone and surface. Our kenai stacked stone veneer profile offers the our kenai stacked stone veneer profile offers the natural appearance of authentic dry stacked stone but without the weight and the difficulty of installing real stone. Hold the stone against the surface for five seconds until it sets. Start by firmly pressing the stone against the surface using a wiggling motion to squeeze excess mortar from the edges.

To install a stone veneer start by covering the entire area with 18 gauge metal lath and using 2 inch nails to secure it to the surface. Then apply mortar to the stone and attach to the surface. Begin by installing the veneer pieces that wrap around corners. If you have a vision of a more traditional facade a faux brick wall can offer the same classic look without the costly price tag of true brick.

When stone and brick siding won t fit the budget stone veneer and brick veneer offer a stunning accent next to other siding to create a picturesque mixed material exterior. The final step is to grout the joints giving your stone veneer a finish and consistent look. Next cover the lath with a 3 4 inch thick layer of mortar and scrape horizontal grooves into it so the stones will grip better. Rotate the stone gently while pressing inward to squeeze the mortar out.

Use a tile trowel to texturize the mortar. With the surface fully prepped it is time to apply the stone veneer. Measure fabricate and secure backer board. Begin at the bottom and work upward.

Some installers tap the stone with a rubber mallet. Press the stone firmly into the mortar and hold it in place for about 10 seconds.