{"product_id":"blanco-slate-stone-veneer-opaque","title":"Blanco - Flexible Slate Stone Veneer - Opaque","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  :root {\n    --wr-ink:      #1A1815;\n    --wr-ink-mid:  #4A463F;\n    --wr-ink-soft: #7A7570;\n    --wr-stone:    #7B6855;\n    --wr-stone-lt: #A08B72;\n    --wr-stone-bg: #EDE8E2;\n    --wr-cream:    #F8F5F1;\n    --wr-rule:     #DDD8D0;\n    --wr-dark:     #18160F;\n    --wr-serif:    'Cormorant Garamond', Georgia, serif;\n    --wr-sans:     'Jost', system-ui, sans-serif;\n  }\n  * { margin: 0; padding: 0; box-sizing: border-box; }\n  body { background: #fff; color: var(--wr-ink); font-family: var(--wr-sans); font-weight: 300; line-height: 1.7; }\n\n  .hero { background: var(--wr-dark); padding: 72px 48px 64px; position: relative; overflow: hidden; }\n  .hero::before { content: ''; position: absolute; inset: 0; background: radial-gradient(ellipse at 75% 40%, rgba(200,190,178,0.10) 0%, transparent 60%); }\n  .hero::after { content: ''; position: absolute; inset: 0; background: repeating-linear-gradient(92deg,transparent,transparent 3px,rgba(255,255,255,0.012) 3px,rgba(255,255,255,0.012) 6px); pointer-events: none; }\n  .hero-inner { max-width: 860px; margin: 0 auto; position: relative; z-index: 1; }\n  .hero-eyebrow { font-size: 11px; letter-spacing: 0.25em; text-transform: uppercase; color: var(--wr-stone-lt); font-weight: 400; margin-bottom: 20px; }\n  .hero h1 { font-family: var(--wr-serif); font-weight: 300; font-size: clamp(44px,6.5vw,76px); color: var(--wr-cream); line-height: 1.05; letter-spacing: -0.01em; margin-bottom: 8px; }\n  .hero h1 em { font-style: italic; color: var(--wr-stone-lt); }\n  .hero-sub { font-size: 13px; letter-spacing: 0.18em; text-transform: uppercase; color: rgba(248,245,241,0.45); margin-bottom: 32px; }\n  .hero-desc { font-size: 15px; color: rgba(248,245,241,0.72); max-width: 560px; line-height: 1.8; }\n  .hero-rule { width: 48px; height: 1px; background: var(--wr-stone); margin: 28px 0; }\n\n  .content { max-width: 860px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 64px 48px; }\n\n  .pull-quote { border-left: 2px solid var(--wr-stone); padding: 4px 0 4px 28px; margin-bottom: 56px; }\n  .pull-quote p { font-family: var(--wr-serif); font-size: clamp(20px,3vw,26px); font-weight: 300; font-style: italic; color: var(--wr-ink-mid); line-height: 1.5; }\n\n  .section-label { font-size: 10.5px; letter-spacing: 0.28em; text-transform: uppercase; color: var(--wr-stone); font-weight: 500; margin-bottom: 8px; }\n  .section-title { font-family: var(--wr-serif); font-size: clamp(28px,4vw,38px); font-weight: 300; color: var(--wr-ink); margin-bottom: 24px; line-height: 1.2; }\n\n  .sku-section { margin-bottom: 56px; }\n  .sku-table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 8px; }\n  .sku-table thead tr { border-bottom: 1px solid var(--wr-stone); }\n  .sku-table th { font-size: 10px; letter-spacing: 0.2em; text-transform: uppercase; color: var(--wr-ink-soft); padding: 0 16px 14px 0; text-align: left; font-weight: 400; }\n  .sku-table td { padding: 16px 16px 16px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid var(--wr-rule); font-size: 14px; vertical-align: middle; }\n  .sku-table tr:last-child td { border-bottom: none; }\n  .sku-code { font-weight: 500; color: var(--wr-ink); font-size: 13px; letter-spacing: 0.05em; }\n  .sku-dims { color: var(--wr-ink-soft); font-size: 13px; }\n  .sku-badge { display: inline-block; font-size: 10px; letter-spacing: 0.1em; text-transform: uppercase; padding: 3px 10px; border: 1px solid currentColor; border-radius: 2px; color: var(--wr-stone); }\n  .sku-badge-ext { color: #4a6855; }\n\n  .feature-grid { display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; gap: 2px; margin-bottom: 56px; border: 1px solid var(--wr-rule); }\n  .feature-card { padding: 36px 32px; background: #fff; }\n  .feature-card:nth-child(odd) { border-right: 1px solid var(--wr-rule); }\n  .feature-card:nth-child(1), .feature-card:nth-child(2) { border-bottom: 1px solid var(--wr-rule); }\n  .feature-icon { width: 36px; height: 36px; border-radius: 50%; margin-bottom: 16px; display: flex; align-items: center; justify-content: center; font-size: 16px; background: var(--wr-stone-bg); border: 1px solid var(--wr-stone); }\n  .feature-card h3 { font-family: var(--wr-serif); font-size: 22px; font-weight: 400; margin-bottom: 10px; color: var(--wr-ink); }\n  .feature-card p { font-size: 13.5px; color: var(--wr-ink-soft); line-height: 1.75; }\n\n  .specs-section { background: var(--wr-dark); padding: 48px; margin: 0 -48px 56px; }\n  .specs-inner { max-width: 860px; margin: 0 auto; }\n  .specs-section .section-label { color: var(--wr-stone-lt); }\n  .specs-section .section-title { color: var(--wr-cream); }\n  .specs-grid { display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(3,1fr); gap: 32px; margin-top: 32px; }\n  .spec-item { border-top: 1px solid rgba(123,104,85,0.35); padding-top: 20px; }\n  .spec-label { font-size: 10px; letter-spacing: 0.2em; text-transform: uppercase; color: rgba(248,245,241,0.4); margin-bottom: 6px; }\n  .spec-value { font-family: var(--wr-serif); font-size: 18px; color: var(--wr-cream); font-weight: 400; line-height: 1.3; }\n\n  .callout { border-left: 3px solid var(--wr-stone); padding: 28px 32px; margin-bottom: 24px; background: var(--wr-stone-bg); }\n  .callout h3 { font-family: var(--wr-serif); font-size: 22px; color: var(--wr-ink); margin-bottom: 8px; }\n  .callout p { font-size: 13.5px; color: var(--wr-ink-mid); line-height: 1.75; }\n\n  .install-section { margin-bottom: 56px; }\n  .install-steps { display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(2,1fr); gap: 20px; margin-top: 28px; }\n  .install-step { display: flex; gap: 16px; align-items: flex-start; }\n  .step-num { font-family: var(--wr-serif); font-size: 32px; font-weight: 300; color: var(--wr-stone); line-height: 1; flex-shrink: 0; width: 28px; }\n  .step-content h4 { font-size: 12px; letter-spacing: 0.1em; text-transform: uppercase; font-weight: 500; color: var(--wr-ink); margin-bottom: 4px; }\n  .step-content p { font-size: 13px; color: var(--wr-ink-soft); line-height: 1.65; }\n\n  .install-note { font-size: 11px; letter-spacing: 0.15em; text-transform: uppercase; font-weight: 500; color: var(--wr-stone); display: inline-block; margin-bottom: 16px; padding: 4px 12px; border: 1px solid var(--wr-stone); border-radius: 2px; }\n\n  .pro-tips-grid { display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(3,1fr); gap: 24px; margin-top: 28px; margin-bottom: 56px; }\n  .pro-tip { border-top: 2px solid var(--wr-stone); padding-top: 20px; }\n  .pro-tip h4 { font-family: var(--wr-serif); font-size: 19px; color: var(--wr-ink); margin-bottom: 8px; font-weight: 400; }\n  .pro-tip p { font-size: 13px; color: var(--wr-ink-soft); line-height: 1.65; }\n\n  .warranty-section { background: var(--wr-stone-bg); border: 1px solid var(--wr-rule); padding: 32px; margin-bottom: 56px; }\n  .warranty-section h3 { font-family: var(--wr-serif); font-size: 20px; color: var(--wr-ink); margin-bottom: 10px; }\n  .warranty-section p { font-size: 13px; color: var(--wr-ink-mid); line-height: 1.75; }\n\n  .closing { text-align: center; padding: 48px 0 0; border-top: 1px solid var(--wr-rule); }\n  .closing p { font-family: var(--wr-serif); font-style: italic; font-size: 20px; color: var(--wr-ink-soft); line-height: 1.6; max-width: 540px; margin: 0 auto; }\n  .closing-rule { width: 32px; height: 1px; background: var(--wr-stone); margin: 24px auto 0; }\n\n  @media(max-width:620px) {\n    .hero, .content { padding-left: 24px; padding-right: 24px; }\n    .feature-grid, .specs-grid, .install-steps, .pro-tips-grid { grid-template-columns: 1fr; }\n    .feature-card:nth-child(odd) { border-right: none; }\n    .feature-card:nth-child(1), .feature-card:nth-child(2), .feature-card:nth-child(3) { border-bottom: 1px solid var(--wr-rule); }\n    .specs-section { margin: 0 -24px 56px; padding: 36px 24px; }\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003c!-- ============================================================\n     LUXESTONE BLANCO ƒ?? NATURAL SLATE STONE VENEER ƒ?? OPAQUE\n     White River Hardwoods ?ú WhiteRiver.com\n     SKUs: LXBL-9447 ?ú LXBL-4824 ?ú LXBL-2412 ?ú LXBL-1104\n     ============================================================ --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hero\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hero-inner\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"hero-eyebrow\"\u003eWhite River Hardwoods ?ú LuxeStone Collection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eLuxeStone \u003cem\u003eBlanco\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"hero-sub\"\u003eNatural Slate Stone Veneer ?ú Opaque ?ú Interior \u0026amp; Exterior\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hero-rule\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"hero-desc\"\u003e100% natural slate in a crisp, pure white finish. The clean minimalism of LuxeStone Blanco brings brightness and depth to modern interiors and contemporary exteriors ƒ?? from feature walls and kitchen backsplashes to outdoor facades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pull-quote\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe discipline of white ƒ?? natural slate texture that earns its simplicity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- SIZE TABLE --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sku-section\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"section-label\"\u003eAvailable Sizes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"section-title\"\u003eFormat Options\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"sku-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eInstallation Method\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUse\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"sku-code\"\u003e94?«ƒ?? L ?? 47?¬ƒ?? W\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"sku-dims\"\u003eTrowel adhesive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"sku-badge sku-badge-ext\"\u003eInterior \/ Exterior\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"sku-code\"\u003e48ƒ?? L ?? 24ƒ?? W\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"sku-dims\"\u003eTrowel adhesive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"sku-badge sku-badge-ext\"\u003eInterior \/ Exterior\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"sku-code\"\u003e24ƒ?? L ?? 12ƒ?? W\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"sku-dims\"\u003eStick \u0026amp; Go ƒ?? self-adhesive backing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"sku-badge sku-badge-ext\"\u003eInterior \/ Exterior\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"sku-code\"\u003e11ƒ?? L ?? 4ƒ?? W\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"sku-dims\"\u003eStick \u0026amp; Go ƒ?? self-adhesive backing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"sku-badge sku-badge-ext\"\u003eInterior \/ Exterior\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 12px; color: var(--wr-ink-soft); margin-top: 12px; font-style: italic;\"\u003e* Smaller panels feature a Stick \u0026amp; Go self-adhesive backing ƒ?? no trowel or additional adhesive required. Larger panels use trowel-applied adhesive for maximum coverage and a seamless finish. SKUs: LXBL-9447 ?ú LXBL-4824 ?ú LXBL-2412 ?ú LXBL-1104\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- FEATURE GRID --\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"section-label\"\u003eWhy This Material\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"section-title\"\u003eThe Stone in Detail\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-icon\" style=\"font-size: 13px;\"\u003eƒ?ýƒ?ý\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e100% Natural Slate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLuxeStone Blanco is genuine natural slate ƒ?? not composite or manufactured stone. The crisp white finish retains the authentic texture and subtle surface variation of real slate, adding visual depth that pure paint or tile cannot replicate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-icon\" style=\"font-size: 13px;\"\u003eƒª­\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInterior \u0026amp; Exterior Rated\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMoisture-resistant natural slate performs reliably across a broad range of applications ƒ?? kitchen backsplashes, bathroom walls, showers, and outdoor facades. The white finish holds its brightness in both naturally lit and artificially lit environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-icon\" style=\"font-size: 13px;\"\u003eƒ?­\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTwo Installation Methods\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmaller panels come with a Stick \u0026amp; Go self-adhesive backing for fast, tool-free application ƒ?? ideal for accent work and renovations. Larger panels use trowel-applied adhesive for the seamless coverage professional installations require.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"feature-icon\" style=\"font-size: 13px;\"\u003eƒ??\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDurable, Low Maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNatural slate resists moisture, scratches, and wear ƒ?? holding up in high-traffic areas and spaces exposed to the elements. Easy to clean with soap and water, with periodic sealing to preserve the bright finish over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/content --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- DARK SPECS BAND --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"specs-section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"specs-inner\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"section-label\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"section-title\"\u003eKey Facts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"specs-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"spec-label\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"spec-value\"\u003e100% Natural Slate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"spec-label\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"spec-value\"\u003eOpaque\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"spec-label\"\u003eColorway\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"spec-value\"\u003eBlanco ƒ?? Crisp White\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"spec-label\"\u003ePanel Sizes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"spec-value\"\u003e94?«??47?¬, 48??24, 24??12, 11??4\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"spec-label\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"spec-value\"\u003eStick \u0026amp; Go or Trowel Adhesive\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"spec-label\"\u003eUse\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"spec-value\"\u003eInterior \u0026amp; Exterior\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"spec-label\"\u003eMoisture Resistance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"spec-value\"\u003eYes ƒ?? Suitable for Wet Areas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"spec-label\"\u003eApplications\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"spec-value\"\u003eWalls, Fireplaces, Backsplashes, Facades\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"spec-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"spec-label\"\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"spec-value\"\u003eSoap \u0026amp; Water; Periodic Sealing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"content\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- INSTALLATION --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"install-section\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"section-label\"\u003eBefore You Install\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"section-title\"\u003eSurface Preparation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"callout\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eClean, Sound, and Ready\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wall surface must be clean, dry, and free of dust, grease, or debris before installation. For trowel-adhesive panels, apply a primer to porous substrates to improve bond strength. For Stick \u0026amp; Go panels, a smooth, non-porous surface gives the strongest self-adhesive hold ƒ?? avoid rough or unsealed masonry without priming first. On white installations, any staining or residue on the substrate may show through lighter grout lines or unsealed seams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"install-section\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"section-label\"\u003eInstallation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"section-title\"\u003eStep by Step\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"install-note\"\u003eStick \u0026amp; Go ƒ?? 24ƒ?? ?? 12ƒ?? \u0026amp; 11ƒ?? ?? 4ƒ?? Panels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"install-steps\" style=\"margin-bottom: 36px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"install-step\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"step-num\"\u003e1\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"step-content\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePrepare the Surface\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnsure the wall is clean, dry, and free from debris. A smooth, primed surface gives the self-adhesive backing the strongest hold and the cleanest result at seams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"install-step\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"step-num\"\u003e2\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"step-content\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDry-Fit First\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLay out your panels before peeling. Confirm layout and spacing ƒ?? once the adhesive makes contact with the wall, repositioning is limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"install-step\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"step-num\"\u003e3\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"step-content\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePeel \u0026amp; Position\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemove the adhesive backing from each panel. Align to your layout marks and press firmly into position from the center outward to avoid air pockets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"install-step\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"step-num\"\u003e4\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"step-content\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePress and Continue\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply firm, even pressure across the full panel face. Continue installing adjacent panels, checking alignment as you go. Sealing is optional but recommended for wet areas and exterior installations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"install-note\"\u003eTrowel Adhesive ƒ?? 94?«ƒ?? ?? 47?¬ƒ?? \u0026amp; 48ƒ?? ?? 24ƒ?? Panels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"install-steps\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"install-step\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"step-num\"\u003e1\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"step-content\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePrepare the Surface\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClean and dry the wall thoroughly. Apply primer to porous or absorbent substrates to ensure maximum adhesion before laying any panels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"install-step\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"step-num\"\u003e2\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"step-content\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDry-Fit First\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways dry-fit large panels before committing adhesive. Confirm layout and orientation ƒ?? seam placement matters significantly on a white surface where lines read clearly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"install-step\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"step-num\"\u003e3\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"step-content\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eApply Adhesive\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing a trowel, apply an even, consistent layer of adhesive to the back of each panel. Aim for 80ƒ??100% coverage to within ?¬ƒ?? of panel edges to prevent edge lifting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"install-step\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"step-num\"\u003e4\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"step-content\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePosition and Press\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet the panel against the wall and press firmly across the full surface. Use a level to confirm alignment before adhesive begins to set. Work outward from a fixed reference point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"install-step\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"step-num\"\u003e5\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"step-content\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSeal the Seams\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter adhesive has cured, apply a quality stone sealer to seams and exposed edges. On a white surface, an unprotected seam can pick up staining over time ƒ?? sealing is especially recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"install-step\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"step-num\"\u003e6\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"step-content\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eClean Up\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemove adhesive squeeze-out immediately. On a white slate surface, cured adhesive residue is more visible than on darker colorways ƒ?? clean panel faces promptly with a damp cloth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- PRO TIPS --\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"section-label\"\u003eInstaller Advice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"section-title\"\u003ePro Tips\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pro-tips-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pro-tip\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSeal to Protect White\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhite slate is beautiful and unforgiving in equal measure. Apply a penetrating stone sealer after installation ƒ?? particularly at seams, grout lines, and in wet areas ƒ?? to protect against staining and discoloration over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pro-tip\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eKeep Adhesive Off the Face\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eResidue and squeeze-out are more visible on white slate than on any other colorway in the LuxeStone range. Keep a clean damp cloth at hand and wipe panel faces immediately during installation before anything cures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pro-tip\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLarger Panels First\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBegin with your largest format panels to establish the primary visual field. Fill edges and detail areas with smaller Stick \u0026amp; Go sizes ƒ?? this minimizes cut waste and keeps seam lines consistent across the installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- WARRANTY --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"warranty-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClean LuxeStone Blanco with mild soap and water. Avoid harsh chemical cleaners, abrasive pads, or colored cleaning solutions that may stain or dull the white slate finish. For exterior installations or wet interior areas, reseal periodically with a quality penetrating stone sealer. Proper surface preparation and adhesive application are required to maintain installation integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- CLOSING --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"closing\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLuxeStone Blanco ƒ?? the quiet confidence of natural stone in its purest form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"closing-rule\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/content --\u003e","brand":"White River Hardwoods","offers":[{"title":"47 1\/4\"w x 94 1\/2\"l","offer_id":43056236920895,"sku":"LUXBO-4794","price":612.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"24\"w x 48\"l","offer_id":43056236953663,"sku":"LUXBO-2448","price":48.38,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12\"w x 24\"l - Stick and Go","offer_id":43056236986431,"sku":"LUXBO-1224-SG","price":56.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4\"w x  11\"l - Sample Size","offer_id":43056237019199,"sku":"LUXBO-411","price":9.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1713\/4719\/files\/1BlancoPrimary.jpg?v=1775058370","url":"https:\/\/whiteriver.com\/products\/blanco-slate-stone-veneer-opaque","provider":"White River Hardwoods","version":"1.0","type":"link"}