Owner Manual

Product Usage and Overview
The next evolution in decorative stone is here. Evolve Stone
TM
is the most innovative stone siding product to
date, surpassing its predecessors in value, ease, and accessibility. Formulated from patented Evolve material,
it is the very first stone cladding that can be face nailed in the same fashion as traditional siding, reducing
installation time dramatically. Like real stone, this proprietary material holds its color throughout, so it can
be cut to fit on-site while maintaining the highest appearance standards.
Be sure to follow all applicable state and federal code/laws when using Evolve Stone. Please note that
Evolve Stone is manufactured in both a Fire Rated and Non Fire Rated form. It is the user’s responsibility to
install the correct product. Unless otherwise stated during ordering, Non Fire Rated product will be provided
by default. Make sure to check the packaging label prior to installation.
Safety
Be Safe. When installing any Evolve Stone Inc. products always be aware of your surroundings and the
environment in which you are installing. When working with tools and equipment, always follow the safety
requirements set forth in that product’s manufacturer’s user manual. Follow all applicable safety regulations
and OSHA guidelines. Always wear proper eye protection and required PPE during the course of your work.
Be safe when using a nail gun or other installation equipment. Follow the equipment’s manufacturer’s
guidelines and OSHA regulations. Be aware that when installing Evolve products, nails and screws will
penetrate the OSB plywood substrate.
Required for STANDARD installation:
+ Finish Nailer with an adjustable
countersink depth
+ 16-gauge stainless steel Finish Nails at
2 ½" length or long enough to penetrate
through the structural substrate
+ 1/8" Evolve Rainscreen or equal in the
United States. 3/8" Rainscreen
permitted in Canada.
+ Appropriate cutting tools
+ Chalk-line
+ Level
+ Tape Measure
+ Proper Personal Protective Equipment
Required for SILL installation:
+ Drill with fastener specific bit
+ Appropriate Exterior-grade screws per
installation method
+ Appropriate cutting tools
+ Chalk-line
+ Level
+ Tape Measure
OPTIONAL tools and materials:
+ Hammer (for adjusting stone layout or
texturing cut edges if needed)
+ Pry-Bar (to remove stones from substrate if needed)
+ End-Cutting Pliers (to remove nails from the back of
the stones if needed)
+ Nail Set Tool (to counter-sink nails that fail to
penetrate below the surface of the stone if needed)
+ Laser Level (to replace the standard level and chalk-line)
+ Caulk Gun (for filling sill gaps or screw
countersinks if needed)
+ Color matched exterior grade polyurethane sealant
(for filling sill gaps or screw countersinks if needed)
+ Speed Square and pencil (for quick cutting)
Required for ALTERNATE installation:
+ Caulk Gun
+ TremGrip adhesive and Vulkum 171
primer or equal
+ Appropriate cutting tools
+ Chalk-line
+ Level
+ Tape Measure
Tools and Materials
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