Can you install ledgestone over drywall?

Keeping this in view, do you grout stacked stone?

What You Need to Know About Stacked Stone. The three-dimensional veneer is made of cut pieces of natural stone that are attached to a backing and installed like you would tile. The material uses no grout; in fact, the dry stacked look is part of its appeal.

Secondly, can Thinset be used on painted drywall? Thinset bonds best with a porous surface, such as new drywall or backerboard, which needs no preparation, but you can apply it over painted walls or tiles that are flat and in good condition as long as the shiny finish is removed.

Additionally, can you glue stacked stone to drywall?

Regular stone requires backer board, but you can apply stone veneer directly to most surfaces, including drywall, concrete or brick. The stone veneer stacks tightly so you can't see the surface underneath. It also comes in various lengths, which allows for natural-looking offset seams.

How do you install backer board on drywall?

(Some cement board products may not require the underlying membrane if the seams are properly waterproofed.) In such wet areas, never install cement board directly over drywall or green board. Instead, first, remove the existing surface material, then install the cement board over the studs and membrane, as applicable.