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Overview
Kimberly Bay Capital Sky Non-Rated Flat Stone Veneer Phantom Shadow is described as an ultra realistic stone veneer product with individual stones intended to create a natural appearance. It is described as a mortarless stone veneer that installs with the ease of a finish nailer and can be cut to fit on-site while maintaining appearance standards.
Key takeaways
- It is described as covering 14.25 sq. ft. per box.
- It is described as installable by face nailing with a 16 gauge stainless steel finish nail, or installable with primer/adhesive.
- It is described as cutting with ease using standard woodworking tools.
- It is described as offering 10X faster installation when compared to traditional stone veneer.
- Buyers commonly mention easy installation using a nail gun or pneumatic brad nailer, and commonly mention cutting it with woodworking tools.
What the product is designed to do
This product is described as a flat stone veneer designed to provide a stone look and feel while installing with the ease of a finish nailer. It is described as using individual stones so the installed surface has a natural appearance compared to repetitious panelized products. It is also described as mortarless, with “no mortar” and “no hardware” as part of the installation approach described.
It is described as a color-throughout stone veneer that holds its color throughout. This is described as supporting on-site cutting to fit while maintaining appearance standards. The product is also described as moisture impermeable compared to competitors’ products that can hold moisture against the structure.
Materials, dimensions, and technical details
| Detail | What it is described as |
|---|---|
| Coverage | 14.25 sq. ft. per box |
| Color | Phantom Shadow |
| Material | Fiberglass |
| Shape | Rectangular |
| Item thickness | 0.13 inches |
It is described as a stone veneer product that cuts with ease using standard woodworking tools. It is also described as being a fraction of the weight compared to the competition.
Installation and placement notes
The installation approach is described in two primary ways: face nailing or primer/adhesive. For face nailing, it is described as nailable using a 16 gauge stainless steel finish nail, and it is described as installing with the ease of a finish nailer. It is also described with the phrasing “Nail it in like siding.”
For adhesive-based installation, it is described as installable with primer/adhesive. In buyer review patterns, buyers commonly mention using adhesive or glue for certain placements, and buyers commonly mention easy installation using a nail gun or pneumatic brad nailer.
For cutting and fitting, it is described as cutting with ease using standard woodworking tools, and buyers commonly mention cutting it with woodworking tools. The product is also described as color-throughout so it can be cut to fit on-site while maintaining appearance standards.
Performance characteristics described in the listing
This product is described as offering installation speed advantages, including “10X faster installation when compared to traditional stone veneer,” and it is described as installing “up to 10X faster when compared to the competition.” It is described as lightweight and described as a fraction of the weight compared to the competition.
Durability-related language includes that it is described as “high quality and durable,” and it is described as “extremely durable, reducing breakage during shipping and installation.” It is also described as not requiring heavy duty staging or scaffolding and as not needing engineered tie-backs, grade beams, or stone ledges.
Moisture management language includes that it is described as moisture impermeable compared to competitors’ products, which can hold moisture against the structure. For wall-system moisture management, Evolve Rain Screen is described as a geometric patterned drainage and ventilation mat designed to eliminate moisture and moisture vapor within various wall systems, produced from an extruded polymer matrix of tangled monofilaments. The 3-dimensional mat is described as heat-laminated to a non-woven, light-weight, breathable fabric to provide separation from various wall systems, with monofilaments heat-welded at junctions to form a structure that spaces exterior veneer away from inner sheathing. It is described as useful in cavity wall designs and rain screen systems where an airspace is needed for drainage and ventilation.
The system components also describe sills: sills are described as universal and described as coming in each of five colors, and they are described as approximately 20 inches long by approximately 2 1/4 inches wide by approximately 2 inches tall. Sills are described as pitched so that water drains away from the structure.
Review patterns buyers commonly mention
In aggregated buyer review patterns, buyers commonly mention easy installation using a nail gun or pneumatic brad nailer. Buyers commonly mention cutting it with woodworking tools, and buyers commonly mention a realistic stone appearance. Buyers also commonly mention using adhesive or glue for certain placements. Buyers commonly mention that it can be brittle and that care helps during handling.
Pros
- It is described as an ultra realistic stone veneer product with individual stones for a natural appearance.
- It is described as installable by face nailing with a 16 gauge stainless steel finish nail, or installable with primer/adhesive.
- It is described as cutting with ease using standard woodworking tools, and buyers commonly mention cutting it with woodworking tools.
- It is described as mortarless and described as installing with the ease of a mortarless, color-throughout stone veneer approach.
Cons
- Buyers commonly mention that it can be brittle and that care helps during handling.
- Buyers commonly mention using adhesive or glue for certain placements, which can be part of their installation approach.
FAQ
How much coverage is described per box?
It is described as covering 14.25 sq. ft. per box.
What installation methods are described?
It is described as installable by face nailing using a 16 gauge stainless steel finish nail, and it is described as installable with primer/adhesive. It is also described as installing with the ease of a finish nailer and described with the phrasing “Nail it in like siding.”
What tools are described for cutting?
It is described as cutting with ease using standard woodworking tools. Buyers commonly mention cutting it with woodworking tools.
What does “color-throughout” mean in the description?
It is described as a proprietary material that holds its color throughout, and it is described as supporting on-site cutting to fit while maintaining appearance standards.
What are the described sill dimensions and purpose?
Sills are described as approximately 20 inches long by approximately 2 1/4 inches wide by approximately 2 inches tall. Sills are described as pitched so that water drains away from the structure, and sills are described as universal and described as coming in each of five colors.
What is Evolve Rain Screen described as?
Evolve Rain Screen is described as a geometric patterned drainage and ventilation mat designed to eliminate moisture and moisture vapor within various wall systems. It is described as being produced from an extruded polymer matrix of tangled monofilaments, with a 3-dimensional mat heat-laminated to a non-woven, light-weight, breathable fabric to provide separation from various wall systems, and it is described as useful where an airspace is needed for drainage and ventilation.