Use and Care Guide

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How is Aspect Peel & Stick Stone Made?

We start with a 24- to 36-inch thick slab of natural quarried sedimentary stone. The

exposed face is chiseled and cleaned so the remaining surface is smooth, level and the

natural “pores” of the stone have been opened. A proprietary resin liquid is applied to

the exposed face and soaks into the stone. After the resin has cured and dried, the

application is repeated a number of times in combination with an application of a

fiberglass mesh.

After the final cure period, the resin and fiberglass mesh form a secure bond with the

stone. A skilled stone craftsman then fractures and peels a 1/16-inch thick layer away

from the large slab, yielding a thin section of bonded real stone.

Using highly accurate automated saws, the layers are cut into various ledge stone sizes

and the individual thin pieces are hand applied to a peel and stick foam adhesive. The

ledge stone pattern is cut one last time to ensure it is accurate, level and square, to yield

the all-natural 6-inch x 24-inch ledge stone panel.

The thin layer of the sedimentary stone, cured resin backer and peel and stick foam

adhesive combined make a naturally beautiful, real stone product which is flexible yet

can be cut with simple shears.

How do I need to prepare the wall before I install Aspect Stone?

Aspect can be installed over most structurally sound substrates if they are flat, clean,

smooth, dry, and free of dust, wax, soap scum and grease. After you’ve cleaned the wall,

we recommend priming the wall surface. Due to the variety of ingredients among

different paint brands, priming the wall will provide the best adhesion results.

Do you recommend a certain primer?

We recommend high quality sealing primers, either water-or oil-based, like Zinsser® or

KILZ®.

Summary of content (5 pages)

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How is Aspect Peel & Stick Stone Made? We start with a 24- to 36-inch thick slab of natural quarried sedimentary stone. The exposed face is chiseled and cleaned so the remaining surface is smooth, level and the natural “pores” of the stone have been opened. A proprietary resin liquid is applied to the exposed face and soaks into the stone. After the resin has cured and dried, the application is repeated a number of times in combination with an application of a fiberglass mesh.
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Can Aspect Stone be exposed to humidity and/or water? Standard humidity within the home and water exposure through cleaning (not saturation) is fine. What do I do if my substrate is bumpy or uneven and a tile pops off? Apply construction adhesive to the tile if wall imperfections cause it to release. Do you recommend a certain adhesive? We recommend a product such as PL Premium® construction adhesive.
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Can Aspect Stone be exposed to heat? Aspect stone is not intended for direct heat exposure. The adhesive is rated to 250 degrees F. How should the tiles be cut if a full tile is not needed? We recommend using tin snips. If using a power chop saw, a good carbide tooth blade is recommended. Cutting slowly into the panels will prevent chipping. Wear a mask or respirator to prevent stone dust irritation if using power tools. See Aspect Tile Installation Guide for additional information.
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What is the life expectancy of the Aspect Stone tile? With proper care it should last as long a lifetime. Does the surface of an Aspect Stone tile scratch easily? No, it is durable stone. However, all stone can fracture, chip or scratch if struck with sharp or heavy objects. How should I seal Aspect Stone so it can easily be cleaned? What type of sealants do you recommend? Some Aspect stone tiles made from slate and quartzite are porous.
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Can I paint the Aspect Stone tiles, and if so with what kind of paint? No, we do not recommend painting the stone tiles. Do you offer matching outlet and switchplate covers? No, not at this time. We do offer metallic-colored, stick-on laminates with our Aspect Metal line that may work with your stone color. Do you sell larger sheets than 6” x 24” for a seamless look or accent wall? No, not at this time.