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1. TM
PAT PEND
Installation
Guide
Warranty 2
Product Mix and Packaging 3
Estimating Sq.ft. and Tools 4
Wall Types 5
Applying the Stone 6
“Poz-E-Flo ” and Corners
®
7
Phoenix Bond Pattern 8
Trimming Stone 9
Working around Openings 10
Watertable/Sill Installation 11
Keystone, Mortar and Grouting 12
Mortar Joint Styles 13
Finishing Touch 14
Completed Jobs 15
Completed Jobs 16
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2. Family Tradition with Family Pride
“Fusion Stone” marks a new dimension in Stone Veneers at Shouldice
Designer Stone with aesthetic beauty, ease of installation, extensive
spectrums of choice and cost efficiency. Unique and individual expression
are guaranteed when “Fusion Stone” is incorporated in construction
design.
Shouldice Designer Stone was founded in 947 as a manufacturing facility
for an extensive spectrum of Stone Profiles. Shouldice today is a third
generation family business supplying projects of distinction on all modes
of construction throughout North America.
Backed by Family Values with a commitment to quality and innovation, we
have grown to become today’s leading manufacturer of Stone Products
and Veneers on the market.
We strive to stay in touch with the world of design by having a clear vision
ensuring our mix of products reflect the evolving desires and needs with
TM
our customers.
Recognized as the leader in the Industry we continue to build on our
reputation as an innovator for a third generation family business. Steve,
Mark Brad Shouldice are hands on in day to day operations and work
shoulder to shoulder with skilled Craftsmen in their Stone creation roles.
Thank-you for your consideration. We would love the opportunity to prove
our worth and value for you.
Rob Shouldice
Fusion Stone Warranty and Guarantee
The strongest attribute Shouldice products possess is The Lifetime
Guarantee. Your complete satisfaction is very important and that
commitment is reflected in our Guarantee. Shouldice Guarantees For Life
the structural, aesthetic and performance integrity of their products, and
any product that proves defective before, during or after installation will be
replaced or repaired without cost.
A Guarantee of Strength and Performance on all “Fusion Stone”
products is provided to the original purchaser when used on structures
that conform to local building codes and when installed as per the
manufacturers requirements. Products installed in accordance to
installation guidelines that prove defective will be replaced without cost
(excluding labour). Proof of purchase is required.
The Warranty does not cover what we have no control over, namely
building settlement, wall movement, contact with chemicals and airborne
contaminants that may cause staining or colour changes to the product.
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3. Fusion Stone Product Mix
Phoenix Stone Architectural Stone Watertable/Sill Brick Keystone
and Corners and Corner and Corner and Corner
Starter Strip Poz-E_-Flow Packaging
Fusion Stone Products are packaged in two container sizes. The small
size or “Small-Pak” weighs less than 60 lbs and contains 5 sq.ft. of
product. The large size or “Bulk-Pak” contains between 00 to 60 sq.ft./
container depending on Stone size and the two container sizes can be
used to match exact material needs. Fusion Stone is packaged to allow
outdoor storage keeping product clean and dry until needed.
Fusion Stone…The Package System
New and Exclusive to Fusion Stone is the way it’s installed. The Patented
Fusion Stone system is simple, easy, and large or small your project is
guaranteed to offer a lifetime of performance with unmatched beauty.
Fusion Stone comes with the following components packed on every skid:
• The Fusion Stone of your choice
• Stainless steel clips (quantity matches square feet per container)
Small-Pak Bulk-Pak
• Stainless Steel screws
• Robertson Power Drivers
• “Poz-E-Flo” Drainage Panels are sold separately, by the piece or
in 00 sq.ft. boxes (8 sheets).
Starter Strips come in 4’ lengths and are sold separately. Starter strips
may be purchased individually or in bundles of 5 pcs (60 linear ft.)
“Bulk-Pak”
“Poz-E-Flo” Drainage Panel Starter Strips Clips Screws
(Sold Separately) (Sold Separately) (Included with all
Fusion Stone Products
“Bulk-Pak” and “Small-Pak”)

4. Estimating Square Footage
Fusion Stone consists of two key components called Flats and
Corners that are used in almost all installations. Flats are applied ’
to the entire flat wall surface in the work area and are measured
in square feet. Fusion Stone corners are applied to all outside
8’ + ’ - + 8’
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corners and are ordered in vertical feet. Using corners around
window and door openings will add distinguished finishing touches 8’
for individual expression. ’ 7’
Step #1: Calculate the total project square footage; multiply the
length by the height of each surface area to be covered. Deduct
the area of all openings such as windows and doors from the total.
20’ 20’
Step #2: Calculate the total vertical feet of all outside Corners
required.
Note: Window and Door openings may or may not require corner
pieces depending on individual design and preference. Typical Phoenix or Brick Take-Off
Step #3: To determine the square feet of Flat Stones required, the (Example based on Building shown above)
area covered by the Corner Stones needs to be subtracted from Wall Area: 8’ x 20’ + 8’ x 20’ = 320sq.ft.
the total wall area. Calculate the Corner Stone area by multiplying
Opening Area: ’ x ’ + ’ x 7’= 30sq.ft.
the vertical feet of each corner by the Corner Stone coverage
listed below. Subtract this figure from your total wall area for the Corner Area: 8’ x corners = 24 sq.ft.
required square feet of Flat Stones. Some extra quantity of Flats
are desirable for cutting and trimming. Wall Area - Opening Area – Corners Area
Equals Total Flat Stones Required
Phoenix Stone Brick: vertical ft. of corner = sq.ft. of flat stone 20 sq.ft. - 0 sq.ft.- 24 sq.ft. = 266 sq.ft.
Architectural Stone: vertical ft. of corner = sq.ft. of flat stone
Total Starter Strip required:
20’+20’+’+’= 46 linear feet
Tools Required
For Fusion Stone installation the
following tools will get the job done
right. We want you to enjoy your Hawk
completed project so please ensure Mask and Wheel Barrow
Angle Grinder
a safety first attitude is maintained Safety Glasses with Diamond or
during installation of your project Masonry Blade
Jointer
Chalk Line Level Hammer
Slicker
Tape Measure Tin Snips
Utility Knife Stapler /2” Cordless Drill/
Staples String Level Masonry Chisel Wisk
Screw Gun
Tools Optional
Power Saw
Power Grouter Grouting Bag w diamond/masonry Laser Level
blade
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5. Wall Types Stud Wall (Wood or Steel Studs)
Fusion Stone installations are Pre-
Engineered to a maximum height of Stud Wall
0 feet. Heights may be increased Plywood or OSB
when approved by Building Officials Board
and specified by a Structural Weather Resistant
Engineer. Barrier
Fusion Stone is unique and may be “Poz-E-Flo ” ®
installed on above grade or at grade Fusion Brick
applications (the starter Fusion Watertable/Sill
strip must be installed a minimum Stainless Steel Clip
/4” clearance below to allow for and Screw
drainage). Fusion Stone can be
Fusion Architectural
installed in above freezing or below
Stone
freezing conditions and in dry
conditions or wet weather.
No wall ties are required as the
“Fusion Clip” does the job of a Brick
tie. Masonry Block or Concrete Wall
Ensure substrate is a minimum 7/6”
OSB or /2” Plywood, and covered
in a code approved, breathable Masonry Block
weather-resistant barrier. Fusion Strapping
Stone should only be installed
to structurally sound surfaces
incorporating sound building
practices.
Plywood or OSB should be fastened
to the stud with the following
minimums, spiral or ringed nails
with a /4” penetration or screws
with a ” penetration and a vertical
spacing of eight inches.
Exterior Insulation
When Rigid Foam Insulation is
applied simply use longer fasteners
to anchor Plywood or OSB to the
wall assembly.
Rigid Foam Insulation
Rigid Foam
Fusion Clip
Plywood or OSB
Poz-E-Flo®
Fusion Stone
Starter Strip
Weather Resistant
Barrier
Flashing as
per code
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6. Flashing and Moisture Building codes vary from area to
1 Barriers area so check your Local Building
To maintain weather- Code Specifications.
resistance of the exterior wall on The installation of water proofing,
which Fusion Stone products are caulking, flashing around doors
installed, a rigid, corrosion-resistant and windows, gutters and down
flashing and a means of drainage spouts must be installed correctly
shall be installed at all penetrations to prevent water infiltration and
and terminations of the Stone damage in later years.
Cladding. Install flashing under the weather resistant
barrier
Starter Strip
2 Level and install Stainless
Steel Starter Strips using
Stainless Steel Screws provided.
All Starter Strips are made of
Stainless Steel for Permanent
Performance.
Level starter strip. Allow a minimum /4” Install with stainless steel screws provided
clearance above grade for drainage.
Install Starter Strip over top of window and Install “Poz-E-Flo®” Drainage Panels over
door openings. top of Starter Strip
Drainage Panels
3 Install “Poz-E-Flo®”
Drainage Panels using a
staple gun. “Poz-E-Flo®” Drainage
Panels must over lap the Starter
Strip. They are supplied in 40” x 48”
sheets and “Poz-E-Flo®” Drainage
Panels can easily be cut to fit with
a utility knife. See “Poz-E-Flo®”
information on the next page. Staple “Poz-E-Flo®” Panels with staple gun Install “Poz-E-Flo®” over top of Starter Strip
with no overlap, just butt panels together
Keeping it Level
4 Snap a horizontal chalk
line every 24” on the wall
(Starting from Starter Strip). This line
can be used as a visual reference that
the Stones are maintaining a level Chalk Lines 24”
installation. The Fusion Stone Clip will
maintain an exact /8” mortar joint
spacing between Stones and if the
Stone is not sitting level then simply
spread the clip by hand or pinch bar to
Snap a horizontal chalk line every 24” on the If required spread clip by hand
achieve level installation. This leveling wall to use as a level reference line. or pinch bar to achieve level
technique should seldom have to be installation (use gloves).
used but works if need be.
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7. “Poz-E-Flo®” Drainage Panels
The Fusion Stone “Poz-E-Flo®” The Fusion Stone “Poz-E-Flo®”
Drainage Panels are exclusively Drainage Panel System guarantees
manufactured for ease of what gets through the exterior wall
handling and installation. get trapped and vertically drained
They are supplied in 40” x 48” back outside, not inside where real
sheets, not in a large roll that harm and moisture damage can
is difficult to handle and move. occur. In addition the Fusion Stone
“Poz-E-Flo®” is the best water “Poz-E-Flo®” Drainage Panel has
drainage system on the market a felt covering on one side to keep
today. mortar and other contaminating
Can walls leak??…Yes! And materials from plugging the
if they don’t leak today they drainage performance over time.
may leak tomorrow. Walls
may shift or move, caulking No weepers are required as
ages and can separate from “Poz-E-Flo®” Drainage Panels
wall component areas, mortar provide positive vertical drainage
joints can leak when they and ventilation and there is no need “Poz-E-Flo®” with felt covering cut away to
crack, foundations shift from to over lap panels, just butt the show drainage grid.
Mother Nature extremes etc. edges together.
5 Start with the Corners
Install Corners onto the
Starter Strip using Clips and
Screws. Install a Flat Piece on
either side of the Corner. then
place the second Corner on top
alternating long and short sides.
Place Corner piece on both Starter Strips Secure using 2 screws on the long side and
on the short side
Place Flat Stone next to the short side of the Place the next Corner Piece alternating the
Corner Piece long and short side to overlap the Stone
Work toward the centre
6 Install Flat Stones working
toward the centre of the
wall while consistantly maintaining
a /8” space for the mortar joint
between Stones. Refer to bond
patterns on the next page for
correct overlap and Clip placement.
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8. Typical Fusion Stone
7 Phoenix Bond
The two Stone heights
need to be evenly mixed
throughout the wall for the best
natural Stone appearance. The 8”
high pieces should be placed to Start by installing a single course of 4 and 8” Stones ensuring that the 8” Stones do not
break up long horizontal mortar touch each other and are spaced evenly. Place Clips as shown.
joints and spaced so they don’t lay
next to each other.
Overlap stones a minimum of
2” and always try to maintain a
maximum 8” vertical mortar joint.
Add the second course using both 4” and 8” Stones again making sure the 8” Stones do not
touch.
Continue up the wall one course at a time using both 4” and 8” Stones as this ensures the 8”
Stones break up long horizontal mortar joints.
Stainless Steel Clips, Screws and Robertson Keep vertical mortar joints to a maximum of Overlap Stone a MINIMUM of 2”
Power Drivers included. 8 inches.
Fusion Clips Phoenix Stone Watertable
Architectural Bond
Red markers indicate correct Clip
locations for Architectural Stone.
Each Clip is placed an equal dis-
tance between the vertical mortar
joints. Notice the Clips on top of
the Watertable/Sill are placed to
suit the next course of the Fusion Architectural Stone
Architectural Stone as well as the
Watertable/Sill.
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9. Brick Bond
Each row is offset by half the width
of the Brick (which is called half
bond or running bond). Clips are
placed at each end on the bottom
and the centre on the top. The
space in the Clip must line up with
the mortar joint.
Mortar Space
Stainless Steel
Brick Clip, Screws and
Robertson Power Driver Place Clips as shown for running bond
included
8 Trimming Stones
Stones may be cut to
length using an angle grinder
or power saw with a diamond
or masonry blade to score the
backside. Phoenix Stone may then
be split using a masonry chisel.
This method leaves a natural edge
and the antique finish may be
restored by rubbing the cut edge
firmly with a waste piece of Fusion
Stone.
Trimming for Custom Corners Score backside first (angle grinder shown) Finish with a chisel to break off piece
Use a power saw to cut custom
angles for areas such as bay
windows.
Cut this Stone to
match required angle
Maintain /8 mortor joint between pieces
Rub a waste Stone over the edge to restore
the antique texture.
Power saw with a masonry blade (optional).
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10. Cutting Fusion Slots
Check to see if the blade of the
angle grinder is equal to the
height of the slot on your Fusion
Stone. If required adjust the
blade using shims (flat washers).
With the the angle grinder guard
on a firm flat surface cut a new
slot where required. Use spacers (flat washers) to adjust height Cut slot in the Stone on a firm flat
of cut. surface, bracing the Stone securely.
Working around
9 Windows and Doors
Sometimes Fusion Stone
will not course out even with the
top or bottom of windows and
doors. This can be resolved with
horizontal trimming or Soldier
coursing.
When trimming Fusion Stone
horizontally to the required height Horizontal cut Stone to fit under and Restore slot only where Clips are required
cut two slots, one at each end, for over windows/doors to restore bond
the Fusion Clips using an angle
grinder.
Use the same technique when the top of a window or door does not line up with the bond
Soldier Coursing Fusion Stone
Fusion Stone may be installed as
soldier coursing above windows
or doors and creates a pleasant
look while allowing custom height
stones to course out with the
existing bond. Note: Clips may
be installed in vertical grooves
the same the as in the horizontal Soldier coursing can also be used to restore Cut Clip slots in the end of Stones for
grooves. bond when the base of a window does not soldier coursing
line up with the bond
When soldier coursing centre
the Stone spacing to achieve a
balanced look around windows and
doors.
The base of the Soldier Stone Piece is Some Clip adjustment may be required to
secured in the Starter Strip and then Cliped suit the next course.
as shown
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11. Wall Watertable/Sill
10 Installation
The Fusion Watertable/
Sill provides an attractive and
professional transition from Fusion
Stone to other wall assembly
materials such as siding, brick or
stucco.
Place the Watertable/Sill Firmly on When installing Watertable/Sill a minimum of two Clips on top should be used. If Fusion Stone
is to be installed above the Watertable/Sill place the Clips as required for the style used.
lower Clips and install two Clips 2”
in from each end. If a Fusion Stone
product is to be used above the
Watertable/Sill more Clips may be
needed so place Clips according to
the products spacing requirement.
Watertable/Sill used as a transition from Watertable/Sill used as a transition from
Fusion Stone Phoenix to siding. Fusion Architectural to Fusion Brick.
Window Watertable/Sill
11 Installation
Place upper Clips as shown. See
Clip
Window openings smaller photo below
than 20” may be installed using a
single 24” Watertable/Sill. Position
the Watertable/Sill on lower Clips
Cut both Watertable/Sills equally for best appearance when
and attach one Clip on top at each two Watertable/Sills are used. Place upper Clips as shown.
end of the Watertable/Sill.
Watertable/Sills should extend a For multiple piece Watertable/Sills place cut piece in the centre or cut all pieces equally to
minimum of 2” past the opening balance appearance. Place upper Clips as shown.
width for best appearance and to
provide an area for Clip mounting.
Window openings wider then 20”
require two or more Watertable/Sill
Units that can be trimmed to fit.
For the best appearance of multiple
unit Watertable/Sills, trim left and
right sides equally to balance
mortar joint spacing. Watertable/
Sills are fastened at each end using
Extend Watertable/Sills 2” past the edge of If Watertable/Sill does not extend past the
slots cut with an angle grinder. the window and place Clip as shown. window edge or to join multiple Watertable/
Sills use Clips on ends.
Cut slots on the end to attach Mutiple 24” Watertable/Sills can be
Watertable/Sills tight to window bottom. joined this way for wider windows

12. Keystone installation
12 Fusion Stone Keystones
are manufactured with
slots on the top and bottom to
provide rock solid fastening with
hidden Clips and Screws.
Trim surrounding stones to match
Keystone angle allowing for a /8
mortar joint.
Mortar Tips Mortar Type
With Fusion Stone we recommend Mixing Mortar
Keep the Stones Dry a Pre-mix, Type “N” mortar. Follow directions on the bag
Fusion Stone is manufactured Pre-mix mortar is the simplest and working in small batches. If
using an integral water repellant easiest to use (just add water) and colouring is used, measure ratio
agent that reduces water provides consistency from start to carefully to ensure consistent
absorption and efflorescence. finish. colour from batch to batch.
This low absorption rate may
affect set up time of the mortar Mortar Colour
joints. A slow set up time will Don’t forget with Mortar being 0%
be an advantage in warm dry of your wall area that colouring
weather but it is important to plain mortar from ordinary grey to a
keep all material covered and shading of brown, black or a colour
dry in wet or cold conditions to of your choice will always add
ensure tooling of the joint can be Definition, Depth and Richness to
done at the proper time. any wall assembly.
Grouting Mortar Joints
13 The last phase of
installation is the filling in
(grouting) of the mortar joints. You
will require one of the following
tools to fill the mortar joints.
· Hawk or Trowel
· Grout Bag (Icing type)
· Power Trowel or Grout pump
· Jointer Grouting the Joints with Trowel and Jointer Grouting the Joints with Grout Bag
All techinques of grouting work
fine but the more automated it is
the easier it will be. Use consistent
batching procedures when mixing
Mortar and read instuctions on bag.
Avoid installing mortar in joints
with air pockets as this can
cause mortar failure. Make sure
joints are filled completely to the
“Poz-E-Flo®” Drainage Panels. Grouting the Joints with Power Trowel Power Trowel detail
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13. Mortar Joint Styles The “tooled” joint must not have a The “Bagged” joint is an
14 There are many mortar joint depth greater than /8” back from increasingly popular way to achieve
options including concave, the stone face to avoid exposing an old-world, rustic look. When
tooled and bagged. the clips. the joint type is selected weather
The “concave” joint leaves a resistance and appearance must be
rounded mortar joint. considered.
Concave Joint Tooled Joint Bagged Joint
Finish mortar joints
15 You will need a jointer to
“strike” off the mortar to
your desired style. Tool the joint
after the Mortar has begun to
stiffen slightly (normally 0-60
minutes).
Should a joint be tooled too soon
(in a wet condition) a light joint
results and conversely if a joint is
allowed to become too stiff a dark
joint will result. Remember that
jointing is the final step so care For a Concave Joint use a Tool only a shallow Tooled Joint (maximum /8 Deep) to
should be taken for professional round jointer. avoid exposing Fusion Stone Clips.
results.
Use a wisk broom to sweep away
excess crumbs of mortar after
jointing. The broom will also take
the shine off the mortar joint for a
non-slick mortar appearance. Care
must be taken to avoid smearing of
mortar on the Stone surface.
For a Bagged Joint install mortar flush or Lightly flatten the high points of the Bagged
Accidental smears should be slightly over the stone surface. Joint with a piece of carpet or bag.
removed only after mortar has
become crumbly using a wisk
broom or dry brush. Never use a
wet brush or broom.
Use a DRY wisk broom to
remove loose mortar.

14. Freeze board and Soffit
Details to Add the Finishing
Touch
Freeze board covers union Stone goes behind Soffit
Stone meets Soffit Soldier Coursing may be used to ensure the Stone meets the Soffit
and adds a great finishing detail.
Replacing Existing Siding
Remove the existing siding and
make sure the wall is sound and
not degraded due to wet or dry Existing Siding
rot. If this is the case, install a
new substrate before installing the
Fusion Stone system.
Weather Top wing of Clip removed
Resistant Barrier
overlaps flashing
Flashing
Modified Clip
Fusion
Watertable/Sill
To allow tight fit where the siding meets the Watertable/Sill, Fusion Brick,
modify the Clips used to install the Watertable/Sill by cutting Stone or
off the top wing as shown above. Architectural
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15. Cleaning Stones Fusion Solutions
Removing Excess Mortar
If cleaning is required, use a mild
masonry detergent and follow
manufactures instructions. Pressure
washers should not be used as a
means for removing excess mortar
or splatters.
Efflorescence
If efflorescence occurs, it is caused
by moisture migration through the
masonry. Once the moisture is on
the masonry surface it evaporates
and can leave dissolved salts in
the form of efflorescence that
will disappear naturally with time.
To clean the efflorescence right
away scrub the surface with a soft
bristle brush and solution of part
household vinegar with 5 parts
water. Wash off with a flood coat of
water from a garden hose, DO NOT Fusion Architectural and Watertable/Sill to Brick
use high pressure washers.
Fusion Brick Fusion Stone with Window Details
Fusion Stone to Brick with Watertable/Sills Fusion Stone
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16. Fusion Stone to Siding
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Fusion Stone
Fusion Stone to Stucco
Fusion Stone to Brick
Fusion Brick
Fusion Stone to Wooden Shakes
TM
Fusion Stone products are proudly hand crafted in modern manufacturing
facilities by some of the most talented craftsmen available. For additional
information on beautiful and maintenance free Fusion Stone products and
PAT PEND services please visit us at www.fusionstone.ca or call -800-265-74.
800-265-3174 • Fax: 800-211-6060
www.shouldice.ca
Established 1947
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THE DESIGNER STONE COLLECTION IS EXCLUSIVELY MANUFACTURED AND PROCESSED UNDER PATENT PROTECTION U.S PATENT 4,5,549 AND CANADIAN PATENTS ,69,265 2,27,9. PRINTED IN CANADA 05002