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The Angkop Wall System.
2 Steps. Same Day.

Traditional stone installation involves 7 stages, multiple trades, and weeks of lead time. The Angkop Wall System reduces that to 2 steps — no structural reinforcement, no crane, no mason, no cure time. This page covers the full system: why flexible stone, assembly stack, substrates, tools, and what to avoid.

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The Problem with Traditional Stone

7 Stages. Weeks of Lead Time.
Every Stage a Risk.

Every stage of traditional stone is a delay. Every delay is a risk to your schedule, your budget, and your client relationship. When lead times stretch, projects don’t pause — they downgrade.

01Structural assessment — can the wall or ceiling carry the load?

02Substrate reinforcement — framing, blocking, or concrete backing

03Quarry lead time — 6 to 16 weeks depending on origin and finish

04Freight and customs — heavy slabs, crating, and border delays

05Skilled trade scheduling — masons, setters, and crane operators

06Installation — days to weeks depending on scope and access

07Inspection and cure time — mortar, grout, and sealer drying periods

The Angkop Difference

7 Stages Reduced to 2

No structural reinforcement. No crane. No mason. No cure time. Fire-rated and code-ready. Works in renovations and occupied spaces. In-stock from Leduc, Alberta — ships across Canada and the USA.

Prepare the surface — clean, dry, and flat. No reinforcement required. Panels bond directly to drywall, concrete, or existing cladding.

Apply and finish — panels cut with a diamond blade or aviation snips, bond with MegaLite adhesive, and are ready to inspect the same day.

Who This Is For

—General contractors

—Commercial renovators

—Restaurant & retail builders

—Tenant improvement teams

—Developers with tight turnover dates

The Assembly

How the System Stacks

Every Angkop installation follows the same layered assembly — whether wall, ceiling, dry, or wet. Each layer has a specific role. Get the stack right and the finish is permanent.

Existing ceiling or wall — popcorn, drywall, concrete, masonry. Leave as-is if structurally stable. In many retrofit applications, no scraping or demolition is required.

New substrate board — 1/4" drywall, lightweight cement board, Kerdi-Board, or GoBoard. Screwed directly into joists. Seams must be staggered — do not align substrate joints. This is the structural layer that everything depends on.

MegaLite adhesive — applied to the panel back with a notched trowel. Permanent high-strength bond for vertical and overhead applications.

Flexible Natural Stone™ — pressed to surface. Layout (stacked, staggered, bookmatched, random) is a design choice — structurally, what matters is the substrate layer beneath.

Critical Detail

Why Substrate Seams Must Be Staggered

Flexible stone panels are thin. Substrate imperfections can telegraph visually through the finish. Aligned substrate seams concentrate movement in a single line — increasing cracking risk and visible lines printing through the stone surface.

—Stagger all substrate board seams — offset joints by at least half a board length

—Screw into joists at proper spacing — not just into the existing surface layer

—Eliminate flex movement before bonding — a rigid, stable substrate is the foundation of a clean finish

Substrate Guide

Choosing the Right Board

MegaLite is designed to bond to all standard construction substrates when properly prepared. The right board depends on your environment and whether moisture is a factor.

Walls — All Environments

—Drywall — standard for residential and commercial interiors

—Concrete and masonry — direct bond, no primer required on properly prepared surfaces

—Cement board — professional system for wet zones and high-durability specs

—Existing cladding and tile — over-cladding without demo, where substrate is sound and stable

—Curved surfaces — panels flex to shape around columns and arches

Dry Ceilings — Retrofit & New Build

Because Angkop panels are lightweight, you do not need heavy structural buildup overhead.

01Assess existing ceiling — popcorn or existing texture can remain if stable

02Install 1/4" drywall or lightweight board over it — screwed into joists, seams staggered

03Apply MegaLite and bond Angkop panels

Wet Ceilings — Bathroom, Spa & Hospitality

For bathrooms, spas, and hospitality environments, use a waterproof lightweight backer board — the same system used in premium hotel and resort builds.

—Schluter Kerdi-Board — lightweight, waterproof, ceiling-friendly

—Wedi Board — rigid, waterproof, easy to handle overhead

—GoBoard — lightweight tile backer, screw-friendly, moisture-resistant

What You Need

Tools & Materials by Stage

Stage A — Cutting

At 3–5mm, Angkop panels contain real mineral content, stone aggregate, and ceramic binders. Diamond blade cutting is the primary recommended method for professional results.

Method 01 — Diamond Blade Recommended

Continuous rim porcelain or stone-rated diamond blade on a track saw or angle grinder. Support the sheet fully underneath. Slow feed rate, low-vibration passes.

Track Saw — best for long straight cuts on large-format panels. Diamond blade for porcelain or stone, slow feed rate, full panel support.

4" or 4.5" Angle Grinder → — best for field cuts, curves, and detail work. Pair with continuous rim porcelain-rated diamond blade.

Continuous Rim Diamond Blade (4.5") — turbo rim profile, rated for dry or wet use. Do not substitute segmented masonry blades.

Track Guide or Clamped Straight Edge — for factory-quality straight cuts. Low-vibration passes. Full sheet support underneath.

PPE & Dust Safety

Use a dust mask or respirator, eye protection, and adequate ventilation. Dry cutting with power tools generates fine mineral and silica-containing dust — dust extraction and respiratory protection are industry-standard precautions.

Method 02 — Aviation Snips

Fastest option for curves, outlet cutouts, ceiling edge trimming, and small irregular adjustments. Cut slowly with small progressive bites.

01Straight-Cut Aviation Snips — best all-round field tool for curves and outlet cuts

02Offset Aviation Snips — better hand clearance for tight ceiling and corner work

Method 03 — Score & Snap

For minor field adjustments and thinner sheets only. Apply 3–6 light scoring passes with a fresh sharp blade and metal straight edge.

01Metal Straight Edge — long guide for consistent scoring passes

02Fresh Sharp Blades — always use a new sharp blade. A dull blade crushes edges and delaminates layers.

Method 04 — Oscillating Multi-Tool

For production installers — outlets, fireplace surrounds, ceiling edge cuts, and trimming panels already in place.

01Oscillating Multi-Tool with fine-tooth or carbide blade — installed trimming, outlet cuts, ceiling edges, fireplace details.

Pro Installer Kit

Track saw or 4.5" angle grinder with continuous rim porcelain-rated diamond blade + offset aviation snips + oscillating multi-tool + fresh sharp blades + long metal straight edge. That combination handles every field condition professionally.

Stage B — Bonding

MegaLite is the recommended adhesive for all Angkop installations — walls, ceilings, wet zones, and over existing surfaces. Permanent high-strength bond without requiring a perfectly smooth substrate.

MegaLite Cement Adhesive → — bonds to drywall, concrete, masonry, cement board, Kerdi-Board, Wedi, GoBoard, and over stable existing surfaces.

Notched Trowel → — for even adhesive coverage across the panel back.

Movement & Expansion

Accommodating Building Movement

Allow appropriate perimeter and transition movement gaps around ceilings, corners, fireplaces, and material transitions. Do not hard-lock panels between rigid surfaces.

—Leave perimeter gaps at ceilings, walls, and corners — do not butt panels hard against fixed surfaces

—Allow transition gaps at material changes — stone to tile, stone to drywall, stone to trim

—Fireplace and heat-adjacent installations require additional expansion allowance for thermal cycling

—Large-format ceiling installations — account for substrate deflection and seasonal building movement

What to Avoid

Where Callbacks Happen

Most installation failures come from substrate choices, prep, and cutting technique. Avoid these:

—Unprepared substrates — dusty, wet, failing paint, or loose surfaces will compromise bond performance

—Dull utility knives on 3–5mm panels — crush edges and delaminate layers; use diamond blade methods instead

—Segmented masonry blades — chip edges, vibrate material, and crack corners

—Cutting without PPE — dry cutting generates fine mineral and silica-containing dust; respirator and eye protection required

—Hard-locking panels between rigid surfaces — no movement gap means cracking under thermal or building movement

—Aligned substrate seams — always stagger board joints to prevent cracking and telegraphing

—Raw MDF in humid or wet zones — swells and fails over time

—Heavy 1/2" cement board on ceilings — unnecessary weight; use 1/4" or lightweight backer instead

—Gluing boards over popcorn without screwing into joists — adhesive alone is not enough overhead

—Any ceiling flex — screw into joists at proper spacing before bonding

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The System Is Simple.
The Result Is Real Stone.

In stock from Leduc, Alberta. Ships across Canada and the USA. Questions about your specific substrate, environment, or project scope? Talk to a specialist before you order.

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