Time spent practicing will pay dividends on the finished wall. Regardless of the stone, it’s important to practice your technique. Some profiles that are installed using the dry stack method are available in panels that allow for very quick installation. I-XL supplies many stone profiles that are designed to be dry stacked, including the aptly titled Stacked Stone series. Filling the voids around each stone can be challenging, but with a bit of practice, a professional-looking job can be achieved. Dry stack stone profiles are easier for the first-timer to install, as they fit tightly together without a mortar line around each stone. When choosing your stone, give some thought to whether you want your stone to have a line of mortar around each stone, as shown in the Traditional Method video or a dry stack application, as shown in the Install over Cement Board video. Use exterior grade cement board for exterior applications and interior grade for interior applications. Both systems work well but cement board ensures a uniform and full base for the stone and is easier to install than a traditional mortar scratch coat. We recommend homeowners use cement board as the substrate for their stone, rather than the mortar scratch coat that is shown in the traditional system video. The videos reference the term ‘WRB’ which means Weather Resistant Barriers such as building paper and building wrap. These videos provide step-by-step installation instructions, and great tips to help you. How To Install Stone Veneer: Over Cement Board How to Install Stone Veneer: Traditional Masonry Method Familiarizing yourself with these installation guidelines will help ensure an installation that will look great and that you will be proud to call your own.Īnother very helpful resource is the Eldorado Stone video library: Installing Interior and Exterior Manufactured Stone Veneerīefore you get started, we recommend you download the National Concrete Masonry Association Manufactured Stone Installation Guide. Use only manufacturer-approved materials and accessories.If your project is an outdoor application, be sure you understand and are confident you can install the necessary flashing and accessory materials to ensure water is shed properly.Some jurisdictions require the installation of a drain screen behind the entire manufactured stone veneer for outdoor applications. Your local authority may have specific guidelines that will supersede the manufacturer’s recommended methods. Consult your local building authority to ensure you understand and follow local building regulations.Here are some issues that even experienced handymen will want to consider before embarking on their project: Many homeowners have the experience, skills, and confidence with do-it-yourself projects that will allow them to install manufactured stone veneer themselves.
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