How many square feet does one box of Evolve Stone Flats cover?

Fieldstone Flats, National True, Capital Sky, Georgetown Run, and District View styles each cover 14.25 square feet per box. Monument Gate Flats cover 20.25 square feet per box due to the larger stone format.

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Q: Can Evolve Stone be cut on site?

Yes. Evolve Stone can be cut with any standard woodworking tool — miter saw, jigsaw, multi-tool, or Dremel. Because color is infused throughout the material, cut edges stay true to the original color.

Q: What nails does Evolve Stone require?

16-gauge 304 stainless steel finish nails at 2-inch length, or long enough to penetrate the structural substrate by at least 1/4 inch. In extreme or coastal environments, 316 grade stainless steel is required.

Q: Can Evolve Stone be installed indoors?

Yes. For interior installations, no WRB or rainscreen is needed — Evolve Stone nails directly to wood sheathing. For fireplace surrounds, kitchen applications, or any interior space near a heat source, fire-rated product is recommended.

Q: Can I mix colors on the same project?

Yes. Evolve Stone colors are designed to blend seamlessly with each other. Popular combinations include Morning Aspen with Kodiak Mine, Afternoon Vale with River Clay, and Phantom Shadow with Kodiak Mine and Morning Aspen together.

Product	Coverage / Unit	Formula
Flat Panels (all styles except Monument Gate)	14.25 sq ft / box	Wall sq ft × 1.10 ÷ 14.25, round up
Monument Gate Flats	20.25 sq ft / box	Wall sq ft × 1.10 ÷ 20.25, round up
Evolve Corners	7 linear ft / box	Total corner height (ft) ÷ 7, round up
Universal Sill	25 linear ft / box	Total sill length (ft) ÷ 25, round up
Evolve Rainscreen	200 sq ft / roll	Wall sq ft × 1.10 ÷ 200, round up

Product Overview — Evolve Stone Flat Panels

Evolve Stone Flat Panels are the world's first face-nailable mortarless stone veneer — the core building block of the Evolve Stone system. Formulated from patented Evolve Material with color infused throughout, flat panels install with a finish nailer just like traditional siding. No mortar. No wire lath. No scratch coat. No specialized labor.

Available in five styles and six colors. Each box ships pre-blended with a curated mix of stone sizes proportioned to produce the intended style — open the box and start nailing. Non-Rated and Fire-Rated versions available for every style.

✓ NAHB IBS Best in Show & Most Innovative Building Material • ✓ Installs up to 10X faster than traditional stone • ✓ ASTM E330 · G155 · B117 · D1037 · E84 • ✓ ICC-ES ESR-3970 (Non-Rated) · ESL-1247 (Fire-Rated) • ✓ Made in the USA • ✓ Moisture impermeable · UV-resistant

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Evolve Stone Flat Panels

Non-Rated

Fire-Rated

ICC-ES ESR-3970

ICC-ES ESL-1247

ASTM Tested

How to Estimate Your Order

Use these steps to calculate how many boxes you need. Always add 10% overage for cuts, waste, and blending across boxes.

Product	Coverage per Unit	How to Calculate
Flat Panels (most styles)	14.25 sq ft / box	Wall sq ft × 1.10 ÷ 14.25, round up
Monument Gate Flats	20.25 sq ft / box	Wall sq ft × 1.10 ÷ 20.25, round up
Corners	7 linear ft / box	Total corner height (ft) ÷ 7, round up
Universal Sill	25 linear ft / box	Total sill length (ft) ÷ 25, round up
Evolve Rainscreen	200 sq ft / roll	Wall sq ft × 1.10 ÷ 200, round up

Open multiple boxes before installing and blend stones together to ensure natural color variation across the wall. Stones within each box vary in size — this variation is intentional and produces the style pattern.

Shipping Time

Call (800) 567-5358 for real-time shipping and logistics questions.

Most orders ship within 7–9 business days of order placement depending on stock levels. Delivery times shown on the map are typical but not guaranteed.

Note on Corners: Corner panels typically carry longer lead times than flat panels due to high demand and production requirements. Contact us for current corner availability before placing your full order.

Back orders: If stock is on back order, ship time may extend to 4–6 weeks depending on inventory levels.

US regional shipping map showing estimated delivery transit times for Evolve Stone orders from Material Warehouse — Typical transit times vary by destination zone. Contiguous 48 states only.

Styles & Coverage

All styles ship pre-blended. Coverage per box is fixed by style. Select the style that matches your aesthetic — all styles are available in all six colors and both rating options.

Style	Coverage / Box	Stone Size Range
Georgetown Run	14.25 sq ft	Approx. 1¾" × 5" to 7" × 10"
National True	14.25 sq ft	Approx. 4" × 7¾" to 4" × 15½"
Capital Sky	14.25 sq ft	Approx. 2" × 4" to 4" × 15½"
District View	14.25 sq ft	Approx. 2" × 4" to 2" × 11½"
Monument Gate	20.25 sq ft	Approx. 8" × 12" to 8" × 20"

All styles: variable thickness ¼" to 1½" · approx. 2 lbs per sq ft. Prices per box. Monument Gate available in Winter Valley color only.

Key Specifications

Property	Value
Material	Patented Evolve Material — color infused throughout
Weight	Approx. 2 lbs per sq ft
Thickness	On average .75" thick, can vary ½" to 1½" per stone
Fasteners	16-gauge 304 SS finish nails, 2" min (316 SS for coastal)
Substrate	Min. 7/16" OSB or plywood, structurally attached to studs at 16" o.c.
Rainscreen Required (Exterior)	Evolve Rainscreen or Keene Driwall 013-1
Interior Install	Nail directly to wood sheathing — no WRB or rainscreen needed
Cutting Tools	Miter saw, jigsaw, multi-tool, Dremel — any woodworking tool
Origin	Made in the USA

Color Options

All six colors are available across all five styles in both Non-Rated and Fire-Rated versions. Colors are designed to blend seamlessly — mix tones within the same project for a natural, custom look. Monument Gate is currently available in Winter Valley only.

Phantom Shadow

Kodiak Mine

Morning Aspen

Dune Point

River Clay

Afternoon Vale

Winter Valley

Color	Character	Available Styles
Phantom Shadow	Deep charcoal gray, cool undertones	Georgetown Run, National True, Capital Sky, District View
Kodiak Mine	Warm gray-brown, rugged and versatile	Georgetown Run, National True, Capital Sky, District View
Morning Aspen	Soft taupe with warm brown variation	Georgetown Run, National True, Capital Sky, District View
Dune Point	Sandy tan, earthy and classic	Georgetown Run, National True, Capital Sky, District View
River Clay	Blue-gray, refined and contemporary	Georgetown Run, National True, Capital Sky, District View
Afternoon Vale	Golden tan, warm amber tones	Georgetown Run, National True, Capital Sky, District View
Winter Valley	Crisp off-white, light and airy	National True, Monument Gate

Popular color combinations: Morning Aspen + Kodiak Mine · Afternoon Vale + River Clay · Phantom Shadow + Kodiak Mine + Morning Aspen. Order a color sample box before purchasing full quantities ›

Installation Methods

Evolve Stone Flat Panels support three installation methods depending on substrate type. The Standard Nail-On method is recommended wherever possible and qualifies for the full manufacturer system warranty.

Method	Best For	Substrate	Key Requirements	Warranty Impact
Standard Nail-On	New construction · wood-framed exteriors · interior accent walls	Min. 7/16" OSB or plywood over wood studs	ASTM E2556 WRB + Evolve Rainscreen (exterior only)	Full manufacturer system warranty
Nail-On Over Furred Wall	Masonry or concrete existing walls · retrofit projects	Min. ½" KDAT plywood over ½" PVC vertical furring strips	Engineer review recommended · WRB + Rainscreen required	Manufacturer warranty reduced to 5 years
Glue-Up (Adhesive)	Concrete or CMU walls · no wood substrate available	Concrete, CMU, or masonry — clean and dry	STPE-type adhesive · 3/16" air gap behind stone required · sand stone back before gluing	Manufacturer warranty reduced to 5 years

Source: Evolve Stone Installation Guide Version 2026.1. For full installation details, nailing patterns, and flashing requirements, download the Installation Guide above.

Nailing Pattern by Stone Size

Set the finish nailer countersink depth so nail heads recess slightly below the stone surface. Use 16-gauge 304 stainless steel finish nails, 2" minimum (316 SS for coastal). Press each stone firmly against the rainscreen before nailing.

Stone Size	Min. Nails	Nail Placement
Small — under 10" long × under 5" tall	2 nails	One each side, angled slightly, along the horizontal centerline
Medium — 10"–18" long × under 5" tall	3 nails	Left, center, and right along the horizontal centerline
Large — over 5" tall (any length)	2 rows	Two full rows of nails following the patterns above based on stone length

Additional nails may always be added to eliminate wobble. Tap each installed stone with your hand — any movement means one more nail is needed. Dry-fires should be checked and corrected before moving to the next lift. Source: Evolve Stone Installation Guide Version 2026.1, Section 2.1.

Good to Know Before You Buy

ⓘ What Sets Evolve Stone Apart

No mortar, no lath, no scratch coat — the headline advantage. Traditional stone veneer requires wire lath, a scratch coat, and mortar — all specialized labor. Evolve Stone eliminates all three. A finish nailer and woodworking tools are all you need, which is why it installs up to 10X faster than the competition.
Color goes all the way through. Cut edges, chipped corners, and on-site trims all stay true to the original color. There is no painted surface to scratch through. For particularly visible cut edges, a coat of Thompson's WaterSeal restores the factory surface sheen — but it is cosmetic, not structural.
Open multiple boxes and blend before you start. Even within the same color, natural variation exists between production runs. Opening several boxes and mixing stones before installation prevents banding or color striping on the wall — a standard practice with all stone and masonry products.
The rainscreen is not optional for exterior work. The Evolve Rainscreen (entangled mesh mat) must be installed over the WRB before nailing. It must be cut and butted at all inside and outside corners — never wrapped or overlapped — to prevent tenting. This drainage and ventilation cavity is what makes the wall assembly perform correctly long term.
Fire-rated and non-rated are different products — check the label. Non-rated ships by default unless fire-rated is specified at time of ordering. Always check the packaging label before installation. Fire-rated product is required for fireplace surrounds, kitchens, and any application where building codes mandate it. When in doubt, consult your local building authority.

Frequently Asked Questions — Evolve Stone Flat Panels

Do I need mortar or wire lath to install Evolve Stone?

No. Evolve Stone is the world's first stone cladding that installs with a finish nailer — no mortar, no wire lath, no scratch coat, and no specialized labor. For exterior installations, a weather-resistant barrier (WRB) and Evolve Rainscreen are installed first, then the stones nail directly through the rainscreen and into the OSB or plywood substrate.

How many square feet does one box cover?

Georgetown Run, National True, Capital Sky, and District View styles each cover 14.25 sq ft per box. Monument Gate covers 20.25 sq ft per box due to the larger stone format. Add 10% overage when calculating your order to account for cuts and waste.

Can Evolve Stone be cut on site?

Yes — with any standard woodworking tool including a miter saw, jigsaw, multi-tool, or Dremel. Because color is infused throughout the material, cut edges stay true to the original color. For highly visible cuts, a coat of clear exterior sealant such as Thompson's WaterSeal restores surface sheen. Always wear an N-95 respirator when cutting — Evolve Stone contains trace amounts of crystalline silica.

Can Evolve Stone be installed indoors?

Yes. For interior installations no WRB or rainscreen is needed — Evolve Stone nails directly to wood sheathing. For applications near heat sources (fireplace surrounds, kitchen backsplashes, pizza ovens), fire-rated product is strongly recommended. For interior installations against a dark-colored substrate, consider painting the OSB black or placing dark fabric behind the stones so any gaps between stones are not visible.

What nails does Evolve Stone require?

16-gauge 304 stainless steel finish nails at 2" length — or long enough to penetrate the structural substrate by at least ¼". In extreme or coastal environments, 316 grade stainless steel is required. Use a finish nailer with an adjustable countersink depth set so nail heads recess slightly below the stone surface.

Can I mix colors on the same project?

Yes — Evolve Stone colors are designed to blend seamlessly with each other. Popular multi-color combinations from completed projects include Morning Aspen + Kodiak Mine, Afternoon Vale + River Clay, and Phantom Shadow + Kodiak Mine + Morning Aspen. We recommend ordering a color sample box before purchasing full quantities.

What is the difference between Non-Rated and Fire-Rated?

Non-Rated product ships by default and is suitable for the vast majority of exterior and interior siding applications. Fire-Rated product (ICC-ES ESL-1247) is required for fireplace surrounds, kitchen applications, and any area where local building codes mandate a fire-rated cladding. Always check the packaging label before installation — the two versions look identical. When in doubt, consult your local building authority.

Does Evolve Stone work in coastal or high-humidity environments?

Yes. Evolve Stone is moisture impermeable and will not hold water against the structure. It is tested to ASTM B117 (salt spray) and ASTM G155 (UV resistance), making it well-suited for coastal installations. Use 316 grade stainless steel nails (rather than 304) in extreme coastal environments for added corrosion resistance.