Stone veneer looks like real stone.
Stone veneer can be installed the hard way using individual stone tiles and mortar or the easy way with panels which are designed to fit together. Panels are most often made of fiberglass and concrete. Choices include a variety of textures, designs and colors. Unlike real stone walls and even stone siding tiles, the veneer panels are lightweight, durable and maintenance-free and can go over any existing type of siding. Panels can be found to work in all climactic conditions.
Instructions
1. Prepare the existing siding. It must be clean and smooth. Use a wire brush to remove burrs. Use acid etching or paint stripper to remove all traces of grease and paint on brick, block, cement and masonry walls. Apply a waterproof covering.
2. Apply the lath. This is made from galvanized wire mesh. Use tin snips to cut it and galvanized nails or staples on existing studs to attach the lath and stretch it tight. Overlap seams by at least 6 inches on vertical joins and 2 inches on horizontal joins. Do not make seams on corners.
3. Plaster of the lath. Use the sand and mortar mix specified by the stone veneer manufacturer and apply with a float. Make the plaster as level and smooth as possible while ensuring that it covers the entire area by about 1/8 to 1/4 inch.
4. Mark and groove the plaster. Wait until the plaster us semi-dry, and scratch it with a rake to make the surface grooved. Allow to dry for 48 hours. Use a chalk line and a level to mark horizontal lines across the wall. Mix the mortar according to the veneer manufacturer's directions.
5. Apply the mortar with a trowel to the back of the first panel; apply it to the wall and slide it around a little to seat it firmly and press into place. Use the trowel to scrape off any excess mortar and continue to apply the panels as recommended by the manufacturer. Use a circular saw or hoof trimmers to cut the veneer to size where necessary.
6. Grout or caulk the panel joints. The manufacturer may suggest that you use a specific brand of grout. The grout should match the stones. Once the grout is totally dry, use a stiff bristled brush and mild detergent to clean up any spills.
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