How Do You Lay Rock Siding

Rotate the stone gently while pressing inward to squeeze the mortar out.

How do you lay rock siding.

Not just another vinyl siding installation video. Begin at the bottom and work upward. Partially install the screws. Pour or lay out your rock.

Space the screw drilling on the studs at six inch intervals. Begin by installing the veneer pieces that wrap around corners. Use galvanized screws to fasten the lath into studs detected with a finder. Press the stone firmly into the mortar and hold it in place for about 10 seconds.

You can install veneer directly over a brick or stucco wall but if the wall is finished with vinyl aluminum or wood. Rake the rock as you go to remove any highs or lows and to create an even. This is our most comprehensive. Start at the bottom on a slope or in the middle on level ground and work your way out.

The do it yourself alternative is to apply artificial stone products that don t need brick ledges. We cover how to move doors and windows and create a weather proof exterior. Follow local building codes when installing the stone.