Exterior Install | How to Install GenStone Faux Stone | DIY Home Project

[@jime2462]

Just so i have this right Level and dry fit as often as possible. 1. Start at the corner and measure to the height of one corner panel. 2. Create a level chalk line at that level on both the right and left side (you only show left) 3. I am installing outside so put glue on the back of the corner and screw in place (using the chalk line as the top of it). 4. Caulk the edge of the corner panel, put glue on the back of the left side panel. Slide in place, ensure its level and screw in place. 5. Repeat until done with this side. I will make sure to "tuck" the far end of the panel into the edge molding that is already there. 6. The right side is basically the same for me, although its only 13" from edge to the door, so i am cutting a number of panels down. 7. Install corner ledger, glue and seal excessively.. 8. Since i am dry fitting, that last piece will be cut down to fit. But glue and seal the rest. 9. Look for loose bits, screw in as necessary. 10. Fill and paint holes.. 11. Have a beer and enjoy..

[@jayviz]

Since there is concern over getting water behind the panels, shouldn't you put adhesive around the perimeter of each panel instead of that zigzag pattern?

[@corybruggenwirth958]

those skinny filler pieces look terrible, that's why you measure everything out to avoid that happening. rather than starting with full pieces on the other end, should've started with pieces that were just over half of a panel then you would've ended with pieces down at this end that are just over half a panel, instead of obvious scab pieces.... Those little pieces ruin the real Stone appearance and make it obvious that they are fake panels

[@lastchancecris]

Just out of curiosity wouldn’t it make more sense where the panel ended and you had to paint it to have used a trim piece that you sell ? It would have looked better and it could have showcased your trim pieces.

[@AZ-nu2co]

Any videos of butting up to trim?

[@krissanchez4816]

I don’t get why you have to saw and paint the edges. Why not have some kind of strip to cover the sawed edge?

[@hmtrimworks7148]

No starter strip? Also your just gluing it to the Tyvek which is not great IMO

[@homer97027]

Sorry but had to rewind a few times to hear Amanda say "big stretch caulking" a few times. I couldn't resist.

[@williamhoffman8748]

Why would you use adhesive on tyvek?

[@jaxsonhugh9334]

EXACTLY!!!!!!!!!

[@hartlestud]

Haha that's an excellent point....

[@bubbaredneck75]

whats the uv rating as to sun damage and fading? im in southern az and the uv here is cray in the summer. not really a fan of stucco. what about water resistance in a shower? was gunna tile my walk in shower but i like the look of this more.

[@lufe18]

Great video, very helpful. But watching this guy use a speed square gave me anxiety 😅

[@johngrevas8819]

I wish you made a charcoal / mossy green faux stone.

[@mikeanthony7847]

What if the wall then putting it on exterior of the house is not perfectly level is it OK to put it on the unlevel surfaces?

[@benproffitt5957]

Could you make a video about how to install around interior doors? Going to put on one wall in my bath and the door is on this wall. Doesn’t seem like these panels would look right around a door considering the thickness of the panels compared to the thickness of the door trim. The panel would be well past the door trim. Is that normal?

[@jayviz]

If I am putting this on a painted concrete retaining wall do I need the tyvek?

[@lenoramcmorris1282]

Absolutely gorgeous. Does Home Depot carry this product. I would like to do this project on exterior of my home

[@GenStoneVideo]

Thank you! We're sold online through Home Depot, Lowe's, Amazon and on our website / through our support team.

[@chriachrias]

Does GenStone make a dryer vent box that goes with the faux stone? That bit was missing from this installation guide.

[@ronaldhenry5668]

Hello, very nice looks good does it work in cold weather how hard is it hold up in cold weather and do you have anything in Canada that you can purchase or pick up curbside pickup don't trust delivery 🍁

[@GenStoneVideo]

Hi Ronald, Mitten BP stocks our product in Canada, you can arrange pickup through any retailer that works with Mitten. Cold weather is no problem, in fact, the panels will increase the R-Value of the wall by 3.41 per inch.

[@keptwoman10]

I LOVE THIS I WANT TO PUT THIS DOWN THE BOTTOM OF MY PORCH WHICH IS CEMENT........THANKS

[@pauljastrzebiec-milewski4410]

I can't believe it, snapping the chock line was a total failure.😢😂❤😊

[@olinmartinsen5867]

I can see issues if used in a wet climate with this install. Your really relying on your house wrap

[@GenStoneVideo]

The house wrap doesn't really matter, we included it because many customers already have it on their home. GenStone is 100% waterproof if installed with fasteners, adhesive on the back and our caulking between the connections. Our customers even use it for backyard waterfalls, but in that case we would recommend a water based concrete sealer every so often to protect the paint. GenStone can even be installed below grade!

[@Deltadawg]

Get you some clamps for when you are sawing my man, will make your life much easier

[@Deej496]

I'm very curious as to how well this stone holds up over the years, to adverse weather conditions like we have up here in the North Woods of Wisconsin... Anyone?

[@delietawilson6070]

Can you explain the level guideline? Do you make sure the top line is level and cut necessary gap pieces at bottom line?

[@GenStoneVideo]

The guideline is created with a chalk line. The guideline is level with the wall not the ground. If you level your install against the ground, the stone. will gradually become not level as you head up the wall. The gap at the bottom should be small enough to fill in with caulking, if not, you can cut small pieces of stone to insert into the gap.

[@DanielaPeters-p9q]

❤❤❤ this product

[@kennyblemel2503]

What is applied at the top ledger edge where ledger meets the wallboard, stucco, concrete, etc... ?

[@pearlhall3787]

How many screws per panel?

[@nlg062701]

How hard is it to install electrical outlets in these panels?

[@electechchannel3739]

What about expansion/contraction?

[@donhuffer5167]

Someone take the caulking gun away from that lady.

[@jaxsonhugh9334]

So am I to understand that you are glueing the panels to the house wrap?? Ummmmmmm NO…..

[@jakejacoby816]

Is there a video on how to go around windows?

[@GenStoneVideo]

We didn't make a video specifically about that topic, but you have a couple of options. You can cut the panel at the window and paint the exposed edge with our paint kit or use our trim to trim out the window and terminate the panels into the trim. Feel free to give us a call, we'll connect you with a Project Coordinator who can walk you through your particular project.

[@silverjill1]

How do you do it on cinderblock?

[@jonathan3982]

Looks great! I'm considering this for my home. What are the dimensions of the panels?

[@GenStoneVideo]

Thanks. Each panel provides 41" x 11" of coverage. You can see all of the specs, pieces and colors here genstone.com/products/faux-stone-panels

[@jonathan3982]

@@GenStoneVideo Thank you so much for the information.

[@carringtondean909]

Is there is a discount on a certain amount

[@atsf81rj]

I have a brick fireplace that has a wood stove inside it. Can this be placed on the old red brick? Is heat a problem?

[@lindakriegel5552]

I’d like to install over our foundation right below the board and batten. Do I need that top ledge piece if I’m doing that?

[@pauls9783]

Is there a stated R-value to this product?

[@GenStoneVideo]

Yes, the R-value is 3.41 per inch

[@jackiecrouthamel3237]

So you're adhering to the tyvec, what good is that?

[@GenStoneVideo]

The house wrap is optional, we show it because many property owners opt to use it. The adhesive will help guard against expansion and contraction that can happen during extreme weather swings. The fasteners are the most important part of the install.

[@daveklein2826]

Didn't you see the screws they used 😂

[@fretsman68]

Why aren't you answering everyone's most important question about the UV rating, and how long these actually last before starting to fade? Surely you tested these(UV strength) before you started marketing them, right?

[@jayviz]

Apparently they ignore the important questions.

[@hosseintaheri8162]

DO I need to remove my vinyl siding and install a moisture barrier?

[@GenStoneVideo]

As long as the surface is flat, you can install over it. When installed correctly, caulking between all connections, adhesive on the back of each piece and fasteners every 8 inches or so, GenStone is completely waterproof, but some customers do opt to install paper wrap, it's up to you.

[@garyrumbaugh2917]

@@GenStoneVideo I would strongly suggest you remove your vinyl siding as there will be very little surface area for the stone to adhere to.

[@bobmanp8653]

this is the oddest manufacturers video Ive ever watched

[@joyceweathers1717]

Is there someone to install for me

[@bucknuts8824]

Can you install over cinder block foundation?

[@GenStoneVideo]

Yes, any structural flat surface will do. The install is the same, adhesive on the back of each piece and fasten with screws, but in your case, you would use tapcon screws rather than deck screws.

[@LeviBenjamin103]

Can this be installed over flagstone?

[@GenStoneVideo]

GenStone can be installed over any flat structural surface as long as the adhesive can fully contact the substrate and the correct screws are used. In your case, you may want to use tapcon screws to penetrate the flagstone. It may help to have a picture of what you're looking at, you can give us a call and one of our Project Coordinators will help you out.

[@danrioux6699]

can I install over cinder blocks?

[@GenStoneVideo]

Yes, it would be the same process as installing over concrete. PL premium adhesive on the back of each piece in an "S" patten and tapcon screws for fasteners. Feel free to give us a call if you have any additional questions.

[@kenreed8256]

What color stone is in this video?

[@GenStoneVideo]

The color in the video is Kenai, you can see all the panels here genstone.com/products/faux-stone-panels/kenai

[@frijoli9579]

The "stone" on the right is not attached to anything at this point: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rWerc4Kirs1_ibs ... what keeps it from flexing?

[@GenStoneVideo]

We advise inserting a face screw hidden in the shadows of the rocks where you feel flex, but there shouldn't be much since there is construction adhesive on the back of each piece.

[@bobmanp8653]

why do you have gloves on?

[@morgan79347]

A lot of questions but no answers makes me skeptical. Just saying.

[@Daveinet]

Those panels look so plasticy. Too fake for me. Apparently the caulk is not important, as you don't bother taking it to the edge. It doesn't even matter if the caulk falls off. The caulk is only there so you can claim you did it, but has no other purpose.

[@frank2256]

You glued it to tyvek not the plywood why bother?

[@mist1301]

Z

[@samacquista3629]

Did the girl quit mid video?

[@MarkSchneider-e8g]

Get yourself a impact gun.using drill guns is like your stuck in the 8os

[@towdoctor670]

11:50 looks horrid

[@ronhall6796]

That girl needs to pull her hair back. It is going to get full of caulk.

[@robertk8439]

do not use this company

[@deftones8615]

This product looks awful.

[@pauljastrzebiec-milewski4410]

The adhesive over Tyvek makes no sense at all since the screws holding the panel. Using adhesive on joints makes sense. It seems to me the product may be of good quality but the demo is at best mediocre.😢😢😢