Installation Guide

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Installation Guide

GenStone products are designed to provide a realistic look of stone or rock. Although installation of GenStone is much easier than

traditional masonry applications, proper installation requires good planning and preparation.

Please keep in mind that each application varies somewhat, therefore we recommend you read this entire guide before beginning

your project. When calculating the amount of GenStone you will need to purchase, remember that you will need additional square

footage for unique cuts, such as gable end walls or areas around windows. A minimum of a 5% of additional square footage is

recommended for timely completion of your job. It is also recommended that additional panels be purchased or some scrap pieces

are kept in case a repair is needed.

When planning your work, here are some steps to consider.

• Forthebestresults,youwillwanttocreaterandompatternswithevengroutlinesandstaggeredjoints.

• Whenplanningyourpattern,keepinmindthatthereare4patternsofpanels.Thepatternnumberisontherightshiplapedge

of the panel toward the top. You will want to avoid installing the same panel number either side-by-side or directly above or

below the same numbered panel. You will want to sort panels and lay them out before starting each row.

• Nowstaggerverticalgroutlinesandcheckthathorizontallinesareuniforminwidthandspacingbetweenpanels.Checkfor

level with each row.

Tools Recommended:

Powercircularsaw Framingsquare

Power drill/screw driver Wood rasp

Hammer Caulkinggun(for10oztube)

Hand saw Screw driver bits

Utility knife Safety glasses

Chalkline Gloves

Tapemeasure Sponge

Pencil Calking

Level

Optional Tools:

Tablesaw,routerorroutertable

Compoundmitersaw

Jig saw

Powersander(belt,orbital,oscillating)

HammerdrillforconcreteorCMU

Fasteners recommended are exterior (coated) star drive or square drive

screws.

MAKESUREtoobserveandobeyallsafetyrulesandrecommendations

set forth by tool manufacturers and local, state, and federal authorities for

any building project including all applicable building codes.

•Be sure to use appropriate safety equipment when installing GenStone

including gloves, eye protection and dust mask.

•Checklocalbuildingcodesforapplication.

•GenStonepanelsareintendedtobeusedasanexteriorsidingproduct.If

youareinterestedinaninteriorapplication,visitwww.Enterrastone.com.

Summary of content (7 pages)

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Installation Guide GenStone products are designed to provide a realistic look of stone or rock. Although installation of GenStone is much easier than traditional masonry applications, proper installation requires good planning and preparation. Please keep in mind that each application varies somewhat, therefore we recommend you read this entire guide before beginning your project.
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Measuring and Marking: If you plan to use a circular or hand saw, it is best to measure and mark on the back, flat side of the panel. Use a level or other straight edge, pencil or marker, and a tape measure to mark the cut line. If you plan to cut using a table saw, it would be better to mark a point on the panel surface and use the flat side down on the table. Seal all cut edges with color matched caulk or touch up paint to protect from UV.
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As you layout your wall, you will fit your GenStone panels to the building, which will rarely be square, true, or as a small modification to the panels (especially on your first/bottom row and corners) may be necessary. These compensations can be made by trimming with a utility knife or sander to ensure an accurate installation. To begin the layout, use a level to mark a line across the substrate at or above the top edge of your bottom row of panels.
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Installation of Panels: Secure the top of the panel: • Place screws in the positive ship lap edge every 8" near the bottom of the edge. • Counter sink screws to a depth of up to 1/8". Secure the bottom of the panel: • Starting an inch or two above the bottom of the panel, place 3 or 4 screws evenly along the nearest grout line. • If no grout line is available, you may screw into the face of the panel. Sink these screws in hard to see areas of the panel and hide these with color matched caulk.
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Fitting the last panel: Measure the gap between the last installed panels from left to right. Measure from the inside grout line (for random rock) or from the inside product edge (for stacked stone) to the inside negative lip edge of the right end piece or corner. (Your tape will need to get behind the panel to accomplish this). This measurement represents the overall panel length cut off.
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Installing a Ledger: To install a ledger piece apply adhesive to the back of the ledger and to the top positive shiplap edge of the panel that is already attached to the substrate. Then fit the ledger pieces’ negative shiplap down onto the positive edge. Proceed by toe screwing (shooting a screw at an angle) the ledger piece from both ends being certain to counter sink the screw deep enough to where the screw head does not stick out which would prevent a tight fit to the next ledger piece.
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Important Note on Caulking: Surface Prep: Clean all surfaces. Joints must be clean, frost-free, and free of oil, grease or any other contaminants. Avoid contact with alcohol and other solvent cleaners during cure. Use open cartridges the same day. Priming is not necessary for the application of caulking to Genstone panels. Application: Recommended temperatures are 40-100 degrees Fahrenheit.