tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-21693338879576596782024-02-20T10:28:00.974-06:00Thin StoneSouthwest Stonehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17940272947910914692noreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2169333887957659678.post-80740032780474394452009-08-12T09:44:00.036-05:002009-08-12T12:57:30.485-05:00Thin Stone Defined<span style="font-weight: bold;font-family:verdana;font-size:130%;" ><br /></span><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-weight: bold;font-family:verdana;font-size:130%;" >-Is thin veneered stone a domestic product?</span><br /><br /><span style=";font-family:verdana;font-size:130;" >Stone comes from all over the world. The material is natural, so you must go where the stone formations are, which are the United States and abroad. However, the vast majority of our stone is mined in Oklahoma, Texas and Kansas.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;font-family:verdana;font-size:130%;" >-Are there any problems with installation?</span><br /><br /><span style=";font-family:verdana;font-size:130;" >As long as the material is installed correctly, there should not be a problem. One thing we find in installation is that not everyone adds adhesives, which must be done since the back of the stone is smooth.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;font-family:verdana;font-size:130%;" >-How is Thin Stone installed?</span><br /><br /><span style=";font-family:verdana;font-size:130;" >Exterior applications usually include a double layer of vapor barrier, metal lath and a scratch coat applied. Interior applications do not require the vapor barrier.</span><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-weight: bold;font-family:verdana;font-size:130%;" >-Can you apply Thin Stone without wire lath and scratch coat?</span><br /></div><br /><span style=";font-family:verdana;font-size:130;" >Yes, you can apply Thin Stone directly to concrete block, concrete foundations, retaining walls, or brick.</span><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-weight: bold;font-family:verdana;font-size:130%;" >-Once the Thin Stone is adhered to the substrate, do you go back and point up the joints with mortar?</span><br /></div><br /><span style=";font-family:verdana;font-size:130;" >Yes, unless you are trying to achieve a dry stack look.</span><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-weight: bold;font-family:verdana;font-size:130%;" >-Can you get a dry stack look with Thin Stone?</span><br /></div><br /><span style=";font-family:verdana;font-size:130;" >Yes, simply install with a tight joint.</span><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-weight: bold;font-family:verdana;font-size:130%;" >-Does natural stone have adherence, or is it anchored?</span><br /></div><br /><span style=";font-family:verdana;font-size:130;" >No anchor is necessary; it is adhered.</span><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-weight: bold;font-family:verdana;font-size:130%;" >-Does Thin Stone require any special flashing techniques?</span><br /></div><br /><span style=";font-family:verdana;font-size:130;" >No</span><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-weight: bold;font-family:verdana;font-size:130%;" >-Has Thin Stone passed applicable freeze/thaw cycle tests?</span><br /></div><br /><span style=";font-family:verdana;font-size:130;" >Yes</span><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-weight: bold;font-family:verdana;font-size:130%;" >-What is the weight factor per square foot?</span><br /></div><br /><span style=";font-family:verdana;font-size:130;" >Natural Thin Stone should weigh about 10 to 13 pounds per square foot, generally cut between ¾” and 1-1/2” thick. However, special cuts are available.</span><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-weight: bold;font-family:verdana;font-size:130%;" >-Are corner units available?</span><br /></div><br /><span style=";font-family:verdana;font-size:130;" >Yes</span><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-weight: bold;font-family:verdana;font-size:130%;" >-What shapes and sizes are available?</span><br /></div><br /><span style=";font-family:verdana;font-size:130;" >Product can be made in nearly all shapes and sizes, tumbled and non-tumbled. If you can get the shape you are looking for in a full size rock, you obtain it in a Thin Stone. Therefore, both full and thin veneer stone can be used on the same project.</span><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-weight: bold;font-family:verdana;font-size:130%;" >-I have further questions or information requests?</span><br /></div><br /><span style=";font-family:verdana;font-size:130;" >You can contact the Southwest Stone Sales Department:</span><br /><br /><span style=";font-family:verdana;font-size:130;" >Via email: <a href="mailto:sales@swstone.com">sales@swstone.com</a></span><br /><br /><span style=";font-family:verdana;font-size:130;" >Through our website: <a href="http://www.swstone.com/">www.swstone.com</a></span><br /><br /><span style=";font-family:verdana;font-size:130;" >Speak to a representative directly:</span><br /><span style=";font-family:verdana;font-size:130;" >Monday - Friday (8AM - 5PM CST)</span><br /><span style=";font-family:verdana;font-size:130;" >Telephone - 800-757-8663</span><br /><span style=";font-family:verdana;font-size:130;" >Facsimile - 918-437-8663</span><br /></div>Southwest Stonehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17940272947910914692noreply@blogger.com