Apply Scratch Coat Install Stone

5. Apply a nominal ⅜” to ½” thick layer of mortar over the lath with a mason’s trowel. Ensure the lath is completely covered with mortar to allow for scoring of the surface. Apply a thin layer of mortar over any areas of the wall where lath is still visible. � e mortar should be applied with su� cient pressure and thickness to fully embed the lath. Once the mortar is thumb-print hard, scratch the surface horizontally with a notched trowel, scari� er or scrap piece of lath to create a scratch coat.

6. After the scratch coat dries (allow at least 24 hours) and before the stone is applied, snap 8” chalk lines across the wall for the purpose of proper horizontal alignment of stone. When installing the � rst course, start at the bottom corner of a wall installing one or two corner stones � rst. Corner pieces have a long and a short return. � ese returns should alternate in opposite directions on the wall’s corner staying within the chalk lines. Continue the project by installing � ats o� of these corner pieces. Apply mortar to the back of the stone and work it into the wall with a side

to side motion to create a bond. Each additional course that is installed will begin with a cornerstone.Manufactured stone veneer is easily shaped or cut as desired. � is enables you to � t stones quickly into place, insuring a natural looking wall with tight mortar joints. Cutting or shaping can be done by using either of the following tools: 4” handheld disc grinder with diamond blade, nippers or a wet saw. Note: Always wear safety glasses while cutting stone veneer.

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Install Weather Resistant Layer and Lath

Install Weather Resistant

4. Install a WRB - weather resistant barrier (grade D felt paper 60 minutes)is recommended. � e upper layers of the WRB should overlap the top of the lower layers by a minimum of two inches. � e WRB should be installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations. Next, apply a layer of 2.5 or 3.4 pound expanded metal lath horizontally. � e lath should overlap a minimum of one inch on the horizontal and vertical seams.

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1. Before installing any Coronado Stone® veneer products, make sure the surface is clean and free of any dust or debris. Dirt and dust on the wall could lessen the bond between the stone and the masonry surface.

Tools and Materials Required:Hammer, Mason’s Trowel, Safety Glasses, Level, Chalk Line, Whisk Broom, Wire Brush, Water Bucket, Hoe, Dust Mask, Screw Gun, Screws, Nails, Premixed Type S Mortar and Polymer Modi� ed Mortar

Possible Tools Needed:4” Grinder with Diamond Cutting Blade, Coronado Nippers or a Wet Saw

2. Build out the wall to your desired dimension (note: installing the scratch coat and stone will add additional dimension and should be factored in while designing your � replace).

3. Install sheathing over your wood frame. � ere are several di� erent types of sheathing that can be used including: plywood, drywall and cement board. � e most commonly used sheathing is plywood.