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Adhered/Thin Veneer Moisture Control Details

Masonry Technology Incorporated comprehensive illustrated details offers wall details for managing moisture in thin stone exterior walls. Where are weeps appropriate? How does the rainscreen work with the flashing details? What about windows? MTI offers these details and many more.

February 22, 2017

Traditional/Full Stone Moisture Details

Masonry Technology Incorporated comprehensive illustrated details offers wall details for managing moisture in traditional stone exterior walls. Where are weeps appropriate? How does the rainscreen work with the flashing details? What about windows? MTI offers these details and many more.

February 22, 2017

Adhered Natural Stone Veneer Installation Guide Locked secured document

Most natural stone is inherently durable, but there are many types and varieties of natural stone and not all are suggested for exterior use. For best results, use materials that have shown a history of successful resistance to weather conditions in your area. Check with your material supplier and request certification that your natural stone veneer materials are appropriate for the weathering conditions in your area.

June 1, 2010

How to Build a Dry Wall with No Mortar Locked secured document

A handsome natural stone retaining wall adds beauty and vanue to both commercial and residential property. It is true that an experienced "stone wall installer" can readily build the "perfect" stone wall and it will last forever. But the building of the stone wall is a project that can also be undertaken by a homeowner - with great success. There are two types of retaining walls. One, a dry wall where the stones are stacked and no mortar is used. The second is a stone wall, using mortar and a foundation.

January 1, 1996

How to Build a Stone Wall with Mortar Locked secured document

There are two types of retaining walls. One, a dry wall where the stones are stacked and no mortar is used. The second is a stone wall, using mortar and a foundation. Learn how to build your retaining wall using mortar and a foundation.

January 1, 1996

Build a Garden Retaining Wall Without Mortar Locked secured document

A handsome natural stone retaining wall adds beauty and value to both commercial and residential property. It is true that an experienced "stone wall builder" can readily build the "perfect" "stone wall - and it will last forever. But the building of the stone wall is a project that can also be under-taken by a do-it-yourselfer without the mess and expense of mortar or concrete - with relative ease and great success.

January 1, 1995

Dry Construction Locked secured document

Building a patio with natural flagstone is an easy way to add to your home's usefulness, appearance and resale value. The satisfaction of doing the job yourself is extremely rewarding and it is economical as well.

January 1, 1983

Exterior Planters Locked secured document

Exterior planters are nothing more than small retaining walls to hold earth for planting purposes. Two different types of planter walls can be built; namely, wet and dry construction.

January 1, 1983

Interior Stonework Locked secured document

Stonework used on the interior of a home adds beauty, warmth and character to any decor. There are many ways in which stone can be incorporated inside your home. A few possibilities are shown here. Use your imagination to design a unit which will fill your particular needs and "custom" fit your setting. There are many different types, textures and colors of stone that can be used for interiors. Your stone dealer will help you select something suitable to your needs.

January 1, 1983