To install a stone veneer start by covering the entire area with 18 gauge metal lath and using 2 inch nails to secure it to the surface.
How to install stone veneer on concrete wall.
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Cover the lath with a scratch coat of mortar to.
Instructional how to video for attaching m rock stone veneer to a preformed concrete wall or foundation.
Begin by installing the veneer pieces that wrap around corners.
Rotate the stone gently while pressing inward to squeeze the mortar out.
Some installers tap the stone with a rubber mallet.
With the surface fully prepped it is time to apply the stone veneer.
Next cover the lath with a 3 4 inch thick layer of mortar and scrape horizontal grooves into it so the stones will grip better.
Press the stone firmly into the mortar and hold it in place for about 10 seconds.
The intent of both strategies is to ensure a strong bond between the stone and surface.