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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 Concrete Masonry & Hardscapes Association, our teams put an unmatched depth of technical expertise and practical resources in your hands.

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Jeffrey Tew
Director of Technical & Training
jtew@westlake.com
Dell Nolt
Dell Nolt
Area Sales Manager - PA, DE & Field Service Representative - Northeast
lnolt@westlake.com
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David Rosales
Field Service Representative - Southwest
drosales1@westlake.com
Ken Crawford
Ken Crawford
Field Service Representative - Central Region
kcrawford@westlake.com
Cody Parson
Field Service Representative – Northwest
cparson@westlake.com
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CERTIFIED INSTALLER PROGRAM

Get certified during our 2-day training program and you’ll be listed as a certified installer on the CMHA and Westlake Royal Stone Solutions’ websites.

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BUILDING CODE UPDATE
ASTM C1670

ASTM C1670 is the standard for Manufactured Stone Veneer (MSV) that provides guidance and direction for trade professionals who are looking to use products that are manufactured with quality and durability in mind.

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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

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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.

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
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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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