Including Cleaned and Untreated Concrete, Masonry, or Stucco (It is not necessary to use expanded metal lath on fiber cement board unless required by local building codes) Concrete Exterior or Interior Wall Be sure to wrap all corners overlapping the metal lath at lease 4'. Stop the metal lath 1' from finished edges. In In accordance with local building codes, install metal lath using galvanized nails or screws 6' on center vertically and 16' on center horizontally, penetrating the studs a minimum of 1'. Including Plywood, Sheetrock, Green Sheetrock, or Fiber Cement Board In accordance with local building codes, install metal lath on top of the weather resistant barrier using galvanized nails or screws 6' on center vertically and 16' on center horizontally, penetrating the studs a minimum of 1'. Be sure to overlap joints 4' in shingle fashion. Including Plywood Paneling, Wall Sheathing, or Flush Metal SidingĬover surface with a weather resistant barrier such as tar paper.

Preparation of the surface is a key aspect in preventing any water damage and making sure your stone veneer project remains structurally sound for the life of the installation. Stone should be installed at least 3' above grade level to prevent water from continually saturating behind the back of the stone and causing structural damage

Water infiltration and damage can be caused from incorrect installation.

All stone should be applied according to local building codes.

Place a protective material on the ground where rain or water can cause mud to splash onto your stone.Removal can be accomplished using a stiff brush and clean water Wet mortar on stone will leave a filmy residue that dulls the appearance of the stone and should be removed immediately before it dries/hardens. It is important not to allow mortar to dry on the face of the stone.Keep your hands and your stone veneer clean during the installation process.Please contact an RCP Block & Brick to discuss your particular project. Your specific project may be unique and may require additional steps. The following guideline is a general overview of the proper steps involved when installing natural or manufactured thin stone veneer, in the traditional method, where no special circumstances are present.

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