Abstract: A universal corner panel includes a first surface comprising a first portion and a second portion. The first portion has a first surface topography with a first delta and the second portion has a second surface topography with a second delta. The first delta is substantially different than the second delta.

Abstract: A universal corner panel includes a first surface comprising a first portion and a second portion. The first portion has a first surface topography with a first delta and the second portion has a second surface topography with a second delta. The first delta is substantially different than the second delta.

Abstract: An apparatus configured to form masonry siding products is provided. The apparatus includes a mold having a mold cavity and a plurality of retention assemblies positioned within the mold. The plurality of retention assemblies are configured to form a temporary retaining force between the retention assemblies and a nail strip as castable material enters the mold cavity.

Abstract: Flexible, reinforced polymeric molds for Corning simulated stone veneers is provided. The molds are formed of a single solitary unit containing a plurality of contoured wells. A flange forms an outer portion of the mold and provides a means for grasping the mold so that the mold can be folded and flipped for the extraction of the artificial stones. One or both hinge portions located transversely across the central portion of the mold may be reinforced with an embedded nylon mesh scrim. The scrim increases the tear and tensile strength of the hinge portion. Additionally, the incorporation of the nylon mesh scrim at the hinge portions increases the life of the mold and reduces the occurrence of scrap molds. The polymeric mold advantageously retains its shape after the mold has been removed from the simulated stones, which permits the mold to be used in subsequent stone-molding operations.

Abstract: A universal corner panel includes a first surface comprising a first portion and a second portion. The first portion has a first surface topography with a first delta and the second portion has a second surface topography with a second delta. The first delta is substantially different than the second delta.