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Pro-Tip: Open multiple boxes before installing to verify stone colors. If color varies, blend boxes
of stone together prior to installation. Stones should be installed in staggered lifts in the same
direction.
Pro-Tip: Avoid installing the same size stone adjacent to one another if possible.
Pro-Tip: Stagger stones to avoid long running vertical seams.
Pro-Tip: Depending on the stone style selected, avoid long running horizontal seams.
Pro-Tip: Tap the stones square with a hammer and ensure they are positioned in a level fashion.
Pro-Tip: In the case of inside corners, install the more visible plane before moving on to the
adjacent wall. Bury your cut ends into the exposed substrate, then install the stones on the
adjacent wall.
3.8 Cutting Evolve Stones
Follow the same instructions as outlined in “2.5 Cutting Evolve Stones” in the Standard Install
Method above.
4.0 Alternate Installation Method (Nail On over Furred-out Substrate)
4.1 Furring Methodology
Whenever possible, the standard-nail-up method of installation described above should be
used to install Products. The Furring methodology of installing Products is the sole
responsibility of the installer. You should confer with your engineer and/or architect before
using this method to install your Evolve Stone Product. The Limited Warranty will cover only
the Product itself and not the method of installation and will reduce the Limited Warranty to
five years if you use a Furring method of installation instead of the standard-nail-up
methodology. If you still decide to use a furring method of installation, please keep the
following in mind:
4.2 Pre-Assembly Requirements
Ensure the surfaces are prepped, clean, dry and free of cracks and contaminates before
applying any furred wall on the substrate. It is the installer’s responsibility to verify proper