The four most common installations are.
Natural thin stone veneer installation.
Stoneyard thin veneer is a natural product not man made from concrete.
Thin veneer ranges from 1 to 1 5 in thickness with a face range generally varying from 5.
Natural stone veneer can be applied to any structurally sound wall.
Both are used for decorative purposes on the face of many different structures as well as for luxurious interior design.
When it s properly installed these veneers are almost indistinguishable from solid stone.
This is real stone that has been sawn thin to produce a alternative to full bed stone that meets the uniform building code requirements of weighing under 15lbs per sq.
Real stone veneer installation.
Below are surface preparations for each type of installation.
Due to variations in natural stone actual colors may vary.
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.
Installation of adhered natural stone veneer is relatively straightforward but requires an experienced tradesman.
Explanation of natural thin stone veneer.
Our thin veneer is an all natural alternative to artificial stone.
Stone veneer is used as a decorative covering for exterio.
The stone is at least one million years old has been through countless freezes and thaws so there will be no problem with expansion and contraction and will not fade.
First natural thin stone veneer is a thin cut lightweight stone siding that is real rock.
Framed open stud wall cement board poured concrete wall and cement block.
Full dimensional stone 3 5 inches depth 40 73 lbs sq ft natural thin veneer 1 1 4 nominal inch generally 15 lbs sq ft or less.
The molds impart a texture to the veneer pieces that are very close matches to that of natural stone.
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.
Talk to your stone supplier to get speciļ¬ c recommendations for cleaning your stone.
Natural stone is resistant to many chemicals but some types of cleaners can damage the stone.