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Demonstrating Expertise in the Evolving Industry of Manufactured Stone Veneer

We are committed to being a driving force in the decorative stone industry. From increasing installation knowledge, to Warranty and Code Compliance training, to a leadership role with the National Concrete Masonry Association, our teams put an unmatched depth of technical expertise and practical resources in your hands.

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TECHNICAL VIDEOS

View our technical videos below to learn more about Installation, Drain-N-Dry™ Lath and Flex-N-Dry™ Tape.​

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21 Videos

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MSV Installation Guide

The official NCMA-MSV Installation Guide provides foundational information for installing MSV, including: instruction, best practices, and building code requirements.

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Technical Evaluation Report

 TER_1312-01: Applications Over Continuous Insulation

Supplemental Installation Guide

Learn the best practices for installing manufactured stone veneer. 

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Large Format Installation Guide

Learn the key differences of installing large format stone units. This guide is intended to be used in concert with the standard NCMA-MSV Installation Guide.

GET TO KNOW OUR TEAM

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Jeffrey Tew
Director of Technical & Training
jtew@westlake.com
Dell Nolt
Dell Nolt
Field Service Representative - Northeast (VA, WV, MD, DE, PA, NJ, NY, MA, CT,RI, VT, NH, ME)
lnolt@westlake.com
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David Rosales
Field Service Representative - NM, CO, UT, ID, MT, WY
drosales1@westlake.com
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Gerald Desmond
Field Service Representative - CA
gdesmond@westlake.com
Ken Crawford
Ken Crawford
Field Service Representative - Central
kcrawford@westlake.com

TECHNICALLY SPEAKING

Our Technically Speaking blog series gives you a deep dive into installation best practices, code and compliance, and technical tips to help keep your next project on track, on budget, and executed with the highest integrity.
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Part I: A Conversation with Jeff Tew, Director of Technical & Training
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Part I: A Conversation with Jeff Tew, Director of Technical & Training
Technically Speaking
Part I: A Conversation with Jeff Tew, Director of Technical & Training

I was fortunate to have been trained and mentored by a few talented, detailed and experienced masons. They were true craftsmen of brick, block and stone. Like many other young pros, I moved material and mixed batches of mortar by hand long before I was allowed “on the wall.”

Part II: A Conversation with Chris Hines, DevTech Leader
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Part II: A Conversation with Chris Hines, DevTech Leader
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Part II: A Conversation with Chris Hines, DevTech Leader

Building science is what really makes me tick. I love seeing how things fit together, as well as linking technical data to wall performance, and I think it’s important to relay those technical conversations at all levels, from CEOs to contractors and vice versa.

Wall Review: Prepping for a Project
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Wall Review: Prepping for a Project
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Wall Review: Prepping for a Project

As a craftsman, it is paramount that you care about the work that was done to the wall prior to you getting on the job, not only on account of your professional pride but also because you could be held liable for anything that has been done incorrectly in the past.

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AVAILABLE COURSES

Choose from the following free online courses to unlock technical and installation knowledge straight from our experts.
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Drain-N-Dry Lath & Flex-N-Dry Tape
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In an environment where value engineering is commonplace, this course will provide education on solutions that can support you in confidently holding your spec, and your customers and clients to a higher standard for performance.
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Warranty & Code Review
PART I
During this two-session review, we break down each step of the installation process and discuss common omissions and errors that can lead to negative impacts on an installation. In Part 1, we examine what it takes to meet warranty and code minimums as well as necessary weep screed, WRB, lath, mortar, and the setting, grouting, and protecting of manufactured stone veneer.
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Warranty & Code Review
PART II
We break down each step of the installation process and discuss common omissions and errors that can lead to negative impacts on an installation. In Part 2, we discuss commonly used details, clearances, rainscreens, flashings, and special considerations when installing over continuous insulation.
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