Thin stone veneer is installed much like tiles, using adhesives instead of full-bed masonry.

In New Zealand, we use the SAMv system—short for SUMNER Adhered Masonry Veneer. Designed as a universal solution for both thin stone and tiles, SAMv pairs high-performance adhesives with a fibre-cement sheet backing. It’s a proven system trusted by architects, builders, and installers across the country. You can see more about this at samv.co.nz