How To Install Stone Veneer Over Wood Siding

Overlap the waterproof building paper s vertical seams by 6 inches and overlap the horizontal seams by 4 inches in shingle fashion.

How to install stone veneer over wood siding.

Wood sheathing can provide a nice compliment to the stone veneer siding. Install the sheathing with a hammer and nails or if it comes with pre made holes for screws with a power drill and screws of the appropriate size. I d like to install stone veneer on top of wood siding wainscoting manufacturer culturedstone. This typically goes around the outside of the stone veneer area.

The professional installer said he ll do it on top of siding. Mix the mortar following the same ratio you used for the scratch coat. The siding is in fair condition 20 years old except for a couple of strips. Before installing stone veneer on exterior walls it s necessary to add grade d waterproof building paper.

Apply mortar and attach stones. It s helpful to do a dry run and think about the layout of the stones as they. While the lady at the supply store said it ll be better to remove the siding. Begin at the bottom and work upward.

Determine the layout of the stones. Hold the stone against the surface for five seconds until it sets. Installing the stone 1. Begin by installing the veneer pieces that wrap around corners.

Once the lath is attached apply mortar to the lath 1 16 to 1 8 thick. Mix for a minimum of 5 minutes until you ve. Then apply mortar to the stone and attach to the surface. Use a chipping hammer trowel.

Finally you need to extend the building paper 16 inches around all corners.