Specification
Composition
VersaLite Stone® Veneer is natural stone veneer laminated to a fiberglass/polyester resin substrate.
Installation
Installation of VersaLite Stone® Veneeris quick, simple and easy. Simply apply the proper adhesive to
the back of the VersaLite Stone® Veneersheet with the proper sized trowel for the substrate being.
Starting in the center of the sheet, using a roller or hand pressure, work any trapped air out towards the
edge of the sheet. After adhesive has cured, you may finish the edges with any grout or trim pieces to
match or accent the given decor.
Flexibility
VersaLite Stone® Veneercan be used in many of the same applications as other thin laminate
products are
used. It
will bend to a minimum 8” radius depending on the stone colour or type. With the
assistance of heat, smaller radius can be achieved. Testing should always be done prior to any
installation. VersaLite Stone® Veneer can be bent inward or outward to meet a given look or
architecture. Fiberglass strand is used in the makeup of VersaLite Stone® Veneer, which gives it
superior strength and flexibility.
Sealers
VersaLite Stone® Veneerrequires sealers for stain and scratch protection. The sealers
recommended are listed on this document. It is best to pre-seal VersaLite Stone® Veneer sheets prior
to installation. This protects and seals the face from adhesives and grout during installation and
handling.
Preparation
Before application it may be necessary to clean, brush, or degrease any surface of dust or oils. In some
installations, depending on the adhesive used, it may be necessary to prep the back of the
VersaLite Stone® Veneerby sanding or scuffing.
Layout & Patterns
Preparation of the area to be covered and the layout of the VersaLite Stone®Veneer sheets is the
same as for natural stone or tile. Time spent preparing the work area will pay off immensely. A
preliminary dry fit of VersaLite Stone® Veneerallows for arrangements and orientation of individual
sheets, patterns, textures, and colours before final placement. It is recommended that each sheet
be dry fit exactly where it will be placed on horizontal or vertical surfaces. Numbering the sheets to
track relocation before cutting and trimming is recommended and will save time.
Cutting
Cutting straight lines and curves is best done using long nosed tin snips. VersaLite Stone® Veneercan
also be cut with a metal shear, wet saw, or table saw with carbide blade.