Rustic Qwik Stack

Instructions

1. Prepare surface

• For wood surfaces - Waterproof building paper and metal lathe are required before applying mortar scratch coat.

• For Durock or cement board - No prep or scratch coat necessary. 

• For unpainted Brick or Block - Mortar scratch coat can be applied directly without metal lathe or paper.

• For metal surfaces- Attach metal lathe prior to scratch coat.

   2. Scratch Coat

• Apply 1/2" thick coat of mortar to lathe. (Mortar mix type S)

• Rapid Setting Construction (Sticky Stone) adhesive is an easy alternative to mortar eliminating the need for a scratch coat. 

   3. Install Stone

• Start with Corner stones. 

• If using mortar, apply mortar to back of stone before sticking to scratch coat. 

• If using construction adhesive, apply adhesive to back of stone in vertical 1/2" beads. 

• Press stones firmly into place. There should be minimal gaps between stones. This product is meant to be installed horizontally, no vertical stones. 

• For more detailed instructions, see NCMA guidelines. www.masonryandhardscapes.org/resource/msv-man-001/

Tips

• Be sure to keep stones level.

• Construction adhesive needs to be rapid set. (Ex. Stickystone or Loctite Power Grab)

• Stagger joints to avoid vertical "lines."

• Avoid laying multiple short or long pieces in succession.

• Stone can be sealed with any masonry sealer for protection against staining.