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Applying Tejas Textured Stone
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Surface Area Use a notched float to apply mortar 1/2” to 3/4” thick. 2.
Joint Width If mortared application is specified, joints should be 1/2” to get the most natural look. 3.
Setting Stones In Mortar Cover the entire back of the stone with mortar and press the stone firmly into the mortar bed to ensure a good bond. Press hard enough to squeeze out a little mortar around all the edges of the stone. Make sure you have complete coverage between the mortar bed and the surface of the stone. 4.
Corner Pieces Corner pieces should be installed first. Alternate the long and short legs on the corner pieces in opposite directions. 5.
Flat Pieces After the corner pieces are installed apply flat pieces starting at the outside working in toward the wall center. 6.
Cutting and Trimming Use the rear of the brick hammer, edge of trowel, nippers or a circular saw with an abrasive blade to cut and shape stones. If necessary, broken stones can be trimmed and shaped to fill in any gaps. For the most attractive finished appearance, coat with mortar any cut or broken edges. Also, try to place cut edges up when they are above eye level and down when they are below eye level. 7.
Level and Plumb Joint Lines Joint lines should be level and plumb. For a more natural look, place long, rectangular pieces of stone horizontally. 8.
Weathered Edge, Stack Stone and Ledge Stone In mortarless joint applications where no mortar joints are used, use a bonding agent and seal with a breathable (non-film-forming) sealer. Grouting & Finishing Joints
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Grouting Joints If more mortar is needed, fill in the joints with a mortar bag, taking care to avoid getting mortar on the stones’ surface. Any accidental smears can be removed with a whisk broom after the mortar is crumbly. Never use a wet brush or wire brush. 2.
Finishing Joints Proper jointing gives your project an appealing and professional finish. Before finishing, allow mortar joints to become firm (approximately 30-60 minutes), then point them up with a metal jointing tool. Weather conditions and the type of surface both influence drying time. Remove excess mortar then firmly compress and seal the edges around the stones. 
Additional Frequently Asked Installation Questions
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Can Tejas Textured Stone be cut? Tejas Textured Stone can be cut with many masonry tools including a masonry saw, nippers, and/or a hatchet. 2.
Do any stones repeat themselves? No, there are over 250 different stones in a style and each stone is hand painted. Each stone is handcrafted so no two stones are the same. 3.
Are control joints needed when using Tejas Textured Stone? Please consult your architect or project engineer. 4.
What kind of support, if any, would I use when using Tejas Textured Stone? One of the features of manufactured stone is its lightweight factor. Because it is a masonry veneer, it is able to be attached to a surface with mortar and does not require a structural support ledge. 5.
Can I use a weather resistant barrier on Tejas Textured Stone? If you choose to use a weather resistant barrier, it needs to be equivalent to ASTM D226, Type 1 No. 15, Non-Perforated Asphalt Saturated Felt or UBC Standard 14-1, Kraft Waterproof Building Paper. 6.
Does Tejas Textured Stone install their product? We do not offer installation services; however, depending on your location we can provide you with referrals. Accent & Accessory Pieces
Our coordinated trim pieces and accessories include header stones, pyramid wall coping, flat wall coping, pyramid capstones, watertables, lightboxes/switchboxes, keystones, hearthstones, and cobble accent stones.
Tejas Textured Stone accent pieces are the perfect finishing touch for any project. These pieces coordinate perfectly with the textures,colors and integrity of Tejas Textured Stone veneers. Keystones & Header Stones
Pyramid Wall Coping Stones
Cobble Accent Stones
Pyramid Capstones
Lightboxes / Switchboxes
Watertables / Window Sills
Hearthstones & Flat Wall Coping Stones
Quoin Corners
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