Pioneer Installation Systems™ is a complete installation solution created to support the proper application of Pioneer Stone’s MSV profiles. The system consists of manufacturer-recommended materials that are specifically selected to work together with our stone veneer, helping ensure correct installation and reliable performance.
Rather than sourcing installation components from multiple suppliers, Pioneer Installation Systems™ provides a unified approach—pairing Pioneer Stone veneer with the exact materials required for its installation. This system is designed to support industry standards, reduce installation errors, and promote long-term durability. By using a coordinated installation system, contractors, builders, and homeowners can better understand how Pioneer Stone is intended to be installed and achieve consistent, professional results on every project.
The first fully integrated installation system developed and recommended by a stone veneer manufacturer, ensuring guaranteed product compatibility.
Stone veneer and all required installation materials are sourced together, eliminating fragmented purchasing and reducing jobsite risk.
Built to align with ASTM C1780 (Installation of Manufactured Stone Veneer), promoting proper installation and long-term performance.
Contractors and designers know they are using the same tested system on every project, delivering predictable and repeatable results.
Positions Pioneer Stone as the first veneer manufacturer to deliver a complete installation system, redefining industry expectations beyond the stone itself. With over forty years in the manufacturing and installation of brick and stone veneer, Pioneer understands the complexity in using a solution that works.
HydroShield™ 100% Acrylic Textured Waterproof Coating is an exclusive product of Pioneer Installation Systems™, specifically engineered for use during the installation of manufactured stone veneer. Designed to integrate seamlessly into the Pioneer Stone installation process, HydroShield provides critical moisture protection where it matters most—behind and beneath the veneer system.
Formulated for interior and exterior applications, above, on, or below grade, HydroShield delivers a flexible, breathable, and mildew-resistant waterproof barrier that helps bridge cracks while allowing water vapor to escape. It withstands up to 10 PSI of hydrostatic pressure and features a low VOC, low-odor composition for easy application on the jobsite. Versatile enough to be used as a primer or finish coat—and compatible with acrylic topcoats for enhanced durability—HydroShield reinforces long-term performance and system integrity when installing manufactured stone veneer.
