Full Veneer:
*the gold standard for masonry installation
*3”-5” typical bed depth
*requires a footing or foundation for installation
*installed with wall ties
*most versatility in final installation appearance
*average 40 square feet per ton (approximately 55 pounds per square foot)
*average 900 square feet of stone per truckload
Thin Veneer:
*the best, most durable lightweight stone option on the market
*3/4”-1 ¼” typical bed depth
*requires no footing or foundation for installation
*better option then manufactured stones
*100% natural stone – no aggregate or artificial colors needed to make it look “natural”
*can be installed directly over existing masonry (see installation for more details)
*installed with expanded galvanized metal lath
*may be installed on non-load bearing walls or areas where full veneer may not be practical (gable ends, chimney chases, dormer windows)
*most economical material when shipping product long distances
*average 135 square feet per ton (approximately 10-15 pounds per square foot)
*average 3,200 square feet of stone per truckload
*most masons can install at least 50 percent more thin veneer then full veneer in a day
Thin Veneer can also be considered in conjunction with Full Veneer Stone. Example: If using Full Veneer on the exterior foundation walls, the exact same product in a Thin Veneer can be used for chimney chases, gable ends, dormers above the roof line, and interior fireplaces where a lighter weight stone may be required.
