New faux stone is composed of conventional cement with soft lightweight pumice like fillers making it easy to cut with a circular saw or a 4 1 2 in.
How to install stone siding.
As thinly as possible spread an even coat of mortar and completely cover the metal lath.
Rotate the stone gently while pressing inward to squeeze the mortar out.
Angle grinder fitted with masonry blades.
Then apply mortar to the stone and attach to the surface.
This protects the home from moisture while at the same time creating an attractive appearance that often raises the curbside appeal of the structure.
Place the cut.
Start by applying a layer of building paper evenly across the entire installation area.
Press the stone firmly into the mortar and hold it in place for about 10 seconds.
First you need to apply a special coat of mortar over the metal lath called the scratch coat.
Begin at the bottom and work upward.
Hold the stone against the surface for five seconds until it sets.
Step by step guide to install manufactured stone veneer step 1.
Once the lath is attached apply mortar to the lath 1 16 to 1 8 thick.
In order to properly install stone siding the material must be glued to the side of the house.
Begin by installing the veneer pieces that wrap around corners.
Apply mortar and attach stones.
Measure the spaceand cut wire lath to size.