How To Install Stone Veneer Siding

As thinly as possible spread an even coat of mortar and completely cover the metal lath.

How to install stone veneer siding.

Before installing stone veneer on exterior walls it s necessary to add grade d waterproof building paper. Finally you need to extend the building paper 16 inches around all corners. Hold the stone against the surface for five seconds until it sets. Then take a rake and gently drag it across the still wet mortar to create scratches so the stone veneer siding will stick to the wall when you install it.

Press the stone firmly into the mortar and hold it in place for about 10 seconds. Step by step guide to install manufactured stone veneer step 1. Measure the spaceand cut wire lath to size. Apply mortar and attach stones.

Begin by installing the veneer pieces that wrap around corners. Start by applying a layer of building paper evenly across the entire installation area. Then apply mortar to the stone and attach to the surface. Rotate the stone gently while pressing inward to squeeze the mortar out.

Place the cut. For a cleaner cut position the uncut wire lath over two sawhorses. Once the lath is attached apply mortar to the lath 1 16 to 1 8 thick.