BRICK INSTALLATION GUIDE
REQUIRED FOR ALL EXTERIOR INSTALLATIONS • Hand Saw • Level • Utility Knife • Drill • Tape Measure • Screw Driver Bits • Caulking Gun for a 10 oz Tube • Framing Square • 1.625” Non-Corrosive Deck Screws • Marker • 2.
PREPARATION GenStone Products are designed to be applied to any flat structural substrate that is clean and free of debris. Lay the panels, trim and ledgers on the ground in front of your wall to plan where each piece will be used. The overhanging brick (in red) is always on the bottom. Make sure to stagger the connections throughout the wall to avoid visible seams. Do not install GenStone during periods of extreme temperature swings and always follow the guidelines of local codes.
ATTACHING PANELS AND CORNERS For exterior projects, start with an “S” pattern of construction adhesive on the back of each Product. Adhesive is not recommended for interior projects with a drywall substrate. Ensure the Product is level before fastening the Products with screws where the brick tabs from the next panel will conceal the fasteners as shown below.
ATTACHING LEDGERS For exterior projects, start with an “S” pattern of construction adhesive on the back of each ledger. Adhesive is not recommended for interior projects with a drywall substrate. Run a bead of Big Stretch caulk in the recessed niche of the ledger where it will connect to the panel. Ensure the ledger is level before fastening it with evenly placed screws in the mortar of the ledger as shown below.
