Slate Veneer Over Brick Fireplace

plazaman

Im about to install slate veneer over a brick fireplace.

I opted for the Lath & scratch coat method VS. direct to the brick, although the brick fireplace is sound.

Few Questions, does the slate need to be sealed? Did I do an overkill with the lath and the scratch coat?

Thanks

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stacker

im not sure about the sealer,but i wouldnt have spent the extra money on lath,unless the customer wanted it.

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genecarp

Overkill on the scratch and lath, imo, slate does not have to be sealed, but if you want the color to pop, you can enhance it with sealer. G

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plazaman

oh well i guess its that much stronger now lol. What thinset are you guys using?

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