Masonry Fixings for Natural Stone Cladding

STONECLAD supplies


  • engineered
  • stainless steel
  • approved stone-cladding fixing solutions
  • that are designed to translate architectural detailing into proven seismic performance


Drawing on decades of hands-on experience in stonemasonry, STONECLAD fixings were developed by stonemason David Packman, in association with engineers and a testing laboratory to improve the performance of stone veneers under seismic movement.


STONECLAD Stone Clips and Stone Ties move away from the use of traditional flexible brick ties in stonework, instead using stainless steel mechanical restraints designed to provide stronger holding strength and support the integrity of stone cladding during seismic events.


The goal: To help maintain the stability of stone cladding and support safer outcomes during seismic movement.


Please note: In New Zealand, stone veneer construction is designed with reference to NZS 4210, with fixing selection, layout, and spacing determined by the project engineer. All STONECLAD stone clips and stone ties must be selected, detailed, and installed accordingly. Additional technical information and installation guidance can be found here.

STONECLAD

Fixing Solutions

Stone Ties

Wall Ties for Stone Masonry Construction

Isometric view of a stone tie metal bracket with a scalloped edge and five holes.
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STONECLAD™ Stainless Steel Stone Ties are designed for use in stone masonry where stone is set in mortar and supported on engineered foundations.


They are typically used with thicker stone, providing a mechanical connection between the stonework and the backing structure to support stability and load transfer.

Stone Ties are set into the mortar joints and secured back to the building structure through the cavity or blockwork, with the stone supported on an engineered foundation.

Stone Clips

Stone Veneer Restraint

Isometric view of a stone clip metal bracket with a hole in its base and two upward extensions.
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STONECLAD™ Stainless Steel Stone Clips are designed for thinner stone veneer and are recommended for use at height.


They provide a controlled mechanical fixing that helps maintain the integrity of the stone cladding. This reduces risk to people and property during seismic events.


Clips are partially embedded into notches cut in the stone above and below, creating a strong mechanical connection.

Oamaru Stone Clip

Seismic-Resistant Mechanical Fixings for New Zealand Limestones

Stone clip metal bracket with a bent shape and a hole at the bottom.
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STONECLAD™ Oamaru Stone Clips are rigid stainless steel fixings designed for the seismic restraint of Oamaru stone and other limestones, including Timaru stone.


Installed within the horizontal mortar joint and fixed back to the supporting structure, the clips provide positive out-of-plane restraint while allowing traditional mortar-set stone construction.


They are typically used where stone is supported on an engineered foundation or shelf angle.