Masonry Magazine August 2011 Page. 30
MANUFACTURED STONE
Joints should be one-half inch to get the most natural look. Any accidental smears can be removed with a whisk broom after the mortar is crumbly. Never use a wet brush, wire brush, acid or acid-based product to clean the stone.
STEP 6: Finishing joints - proper jointing gives your project an appealing and professional finish. Before finishing, allow mortar joints to become firm (about 30 to 60 minutes), and then point them up with a jointing tool. Weather conditions and the type of surface can influence drying time.
STEP 7: Brush joints-remove excess mortar, and then firmly compress and seal the edges around the stones. Brush stones and joints with a dry whisk broom to finish and clean the project.
Mortarless (dry-stack) application
IN DRY-STACK APPLICATION in which no mortar joints are used, add a bonding agent to the mortar mix, and seal the finished project with a breathable (non-film-forming) sealer. Install from the bottom, up, and keep joints as level as possible.
Cleaning and sealing
CLEAN VENEERSTONE with a soft bristle brush and water. If stained with mineral deposits or efflorescence, stone may be cleaned with a diluted household vinegar solution (seven parts water, one part vinegar). Rinse thoroughly with clean water after cleaning. Do not use wire brushes or acid to clean Veneerstone. Seal Veneerstone in dry-stacked applications or in harsh environments with a breathable, non-film forming masonry sealer.
These notes are consistent with the MVMAs Installation Guidelines, which can be downloaded for your reference. IMAS J. Justin Whitman is director of sales and marketing for Veneestone LLC. He can be reached at 214-269-5344.
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