Installation Guide

M S International, Inc.

Premium Natural Stones

Installation of Mesh Mounted Flagstone

 Surface Requirement

• Meshed Flagstone is best installed over a sub-base.

Mesh Flagstone is not design for Sand set installation.

Entire installation surface must be clean and flat, and

free of sealants, grease and other oily compounds.

• Before you set the stone, find the center point

of the room. Measure the length and width of

the room, marking the halfway points.

• Dry lay the mesh in order to determine where

the cuts will need to be made at the edges. Set

the first mesh in the center of the room.

 Setting the Flagstone

• Use a masonry ½” square notch trowel to spread an

even layer of mortar – approximately ½ inch thick.

Spread the mortar out in an area that is slightly larger

than the size of one piece of Mesh Flagstone.

• Set the Meshed Flagstone and firmly press it

into mortar bed to ensure that the mesh backing

penetrated into mortar. Use a level or other straight

edge to ensure a flat and consistent surface from

one piece to another piece. You may have to

use a rubber mallet to tap down high points.

• It’s a good idea to wipe the stones clean as

you set them. Keep a bucket of clean water

and a sponge to wipe off the thin set.

 Making a Template

• You will need to make cuts.

• It’s helpful to create a template (use cardboard or

large thick paper) to show the exact shape of the

partial mesh section to fill the gap created by walls or

other straight borders. Simply place a straight edge of

your cardboard along the wall and draw the outline

of the area to be filled with partial mesh section.

• Transfer the template onto the section of mesh that

must be cut. Spread the layer of mortar and set

the newly cut mesh section gently in place.

 Grout Installation

• Prepare your selected sanded grout according

to the grout preparation guide on package. Fill

the grout with wet sponge; making sure no grout

is left behind on the surface of the stone.

 Sealer (Optional)

• To protect your stone from stains and spills, we

recommended sealing the stone and grout.