Real Stone Veneer Installation

About our real stone veneers.

Real stone veneer installation.

Stone veneer comes in several different types and the exact preparation and installation process will vary somewhat depending on the product. Manufactured veneer stone lends itself to do it yourself installation more so than does natural stone. If you re working with wood or any other non masonry surface you can create an appropriate surface by surrounding the non masonry surface with a water barrier. Real stone veneer installation natural stone veneer can be applied to any structurally sound wall.

Grout is added between the stones. To estimate costs for your project. Real stone veneers of tn saw cuts our full bed depth stone 1 1 4 thick to create a light weight stone that installs fast and easy inside or out. Stone veneer can be applied to any masonry surface such as concrete existing brick or foundation cinder block.

Here s a quick guide to doing it right. Framed open stud wall cement board poured concrete wall and cement block. 2 apply a moisture vapor barrier if you re doing an exterior application. Natural stone is time tested.

Below are surface preparations for each type of installation. Generally stone veneer is sold in boxes of flat pieces plus molded corner pieces. If the surface is smooth you can attach metal lath and a scratch masonry coat to provide a surface for thin sheets of stone to grip. It can be utilized like wallpaper since it does not require any structural support unlike solid stone.

Manufactured stone veneer can be significantly easier and more cost effective to install than natural stone and can be used in a variety of applications and on many different surfaces. Full depth artisan stone veneer is a full masonry veneer requiring a footing or a ledge for installation. Real stone veneer is durable as it resist fading and water absorption. Stone veneer installation thin stone veneer offers flexibility for both its interior and exterior use.

The manufacturer s instructions are the best source of precise directions on preparation installation and maintenance. However it is not to be used as a structural product. Actual costs will depend on job size conditions and options. For a basic project in zip code 47474 with 120 square feet the cost to install stone veneer starts at 12 12 24 07 per square foot.

Natural stone can be installed directly on porous concrete stone or block.