Superior Faux Products, Inc. developed these construction panels in response to an unfulfilled need in the building materials marketplace. The faux building material products currently on the market look and feel fake. These cheap looking imitations use an injection-molding manufacturing process and paint on a faux finish. This process does not incorporate real pulverized rock into the product membrane and therefore does not have the same realistic look and feel of SFP’s panels. There simply is no comparison.
Benefits of Superior Faux Products’ Faux Stone and Brick Panels
Superior Faux Products, Inc. panels have the following benefits:
1. Real pulverized rock embedded in the product.
2. Natural rock look and feel.
3. Light weight and extremely durable.
4. Does not crack or chip.
5. High density foam backing adds insulation “R Value”.
6. Optional fire retardant treatment available for fireplace mantel &
wall installations.
7. Will withstand temperatures as high as 280 degrees F and as low as
50 degrees below zero.
8. Can be pressure washed up to 2,500 PSI.
9. Easy installation for the “Do It Yourself” homeowner.
10. 10 year manufacturer’s limited warranty.
11. Can be cut with a utility knife and retrofitted to field conditions.
12. Heavy construction equipment not required to bring in
heavy materials.
13. Lower shipping costs resulting from lighter weight.
14. Perfect “For Finished Basements & After Market” Product.
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FAQ
Superior Faux Products waterfalls, ponds, landscape rocks and construction wall panels are manufactured in the United States.
SFP products incorporates real rock into the product, giving it the look, feel and wear of real rock without the weight and costly installation fees normally associated with natural rock.
All of our products are Fish and Plant friendly. SFP ponds are frequently used for varieties of fish life and aquatic plants.
SFP waterfalls, ponds, creeks, and landscape rocks will endure the harshest weather elements from severe winter cold to sweltering hot humid climates and stay outdoors all year long.
How long do these products last?
SFP products come with a ten year limited warranty for structural features. The products are colored by hand and therefore each item will differ slightly as with natural rock. Over a period of years the rock will age just as natural rock does.
How do Superior Faux Products compare to real rock?
SFP rocks and waterfalls have real rock in the product therefore giving it the look feel and strength of real rock without the weight and cost of real rock. Constructing a waterfall from real rock requires heavy machinery and is time consuming. SFP product is lightweight and can be installed in a matter of hours.
How do Superior Faux Products Rocks compare to other Artificial Rocks?
SFP rocks and waterfalls have real rock in the product whereas all other artificial rocks products on the market are made from various compounds such as fiberglass, resins and concrete creating a product that looks artificial.
In addition, SFP product prices are the lowest prices available in the market!
What do I use to clean the waterfalls?
You may use a stiff bristled brush or even a high pressure washer being careful not to hold the nozzle too closely to the rock as some pressure machines may be too strong. Be sure and test a small area first.
Note: Do not use bleach or any other stringent chemicals as this will discolor even natural rock.
When shocking your pool, remember to turn your waterfall off during the initial shock application. When your water ph is safe enough to swim in then it is safe to turn your waterfall back on.Can fish live in the ponds?
SFP ponds are fish and plant friendly and in fact we encourage pond enthusiast to use our ponds as they are the closest match to a natural setting as you will find. Plant life will thrive successfully for many years and moss will grow on the ponds if encouraged, producing that age old established look.
Are Superior Faux Products hard to assemble?
SFP products are easy to install and can be done by any homeowner/DYI in as little as a few hours. Our products are light weight and easy to move and handle. Retro fitting the rocks and waterfalls are accomplished by using a utility knife to cut away the rock in areas that you need a snug fit…it’s that easy!
Will these rocks/waterfalls withstand hurricanes?
When installed properly as suggested by the manufacturer, Superior Faux Products, Inc., your water feature/rocks are strong enough to withstand most weather conditions. Note: The rocks and water features must be anchored to either a pool deck area or in the ground using Resin Composite Board and screws.
(Please refer to Installation Guidelines available on our website)
POOL WATERFALL INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Tools Needed:
Hammer
Drill/Screw Gun
Utility Knife
Chalk
Materials Needed:
6 feet of 1 ½ flexible PVC hose
8 Stainless steel screws/bolts
Silicone Caulk
Hose clamps or zip ties, 2 per water outlet
2 pieces of 2x4 (TREX) or Resin Composite Board
Instructions:
Locate return valve inside your pool area.
Connect a ½ flexible hose from the return valve to the waterfall outlet.
It is most important to use hose clamps or zip ties where hose connects to return valve as well as the waterfall connection.
Place waterfall and cliff rocks around the pool in the desired position of installation. Step back and take a look to make sure you are happy with the waterfall location.
Scribe with a pencil or chalk the outer edges of all the pieces to be installed
To ensure a tight fit on your pool make sure you scribe the shape of the coping edge onto the pieces also.
Cut off excess rock with a sharp utility knife. Do this gradually to ensure a professional finish
Pre-run your water feature to assure that the water is running down the feature properly. You may need to trim the edges of the piece to insure a perfect fit. A small amount of water will not let you gauge flow correctly.
Using suitable sized blocks of TREX or resin composite wood, lift rock and position blocks under and against internal rocks edges.
After determining block position remove rock and outline in preparation for fastening.
Pre-drill holes into TREX blocks and pool decking for mounting of blocks. 2-4 blocks per item may be required.
Using stainless steel bolts, hammer through block into decking securing a structural installation.
Place rocks back over blocks and mark on pool decking to guide where to drill screws into place.
Screw through rock into block. Stainless steel screws are advised to prevent rusting.
Camouflaging of the screw heads can be achieved by putting wet silicone adhesive onto screw head and sprinkling authentic crushed rock onto silicone.
Pool Waterfall Installation Instructions
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NOTE: All SFP Waterfalls MUST be anchored to the pool decking. Failure to do so, forfeits Manufacturers Warranty. All SFP Waterfalls have a straight edge and are not intended for placement on a radius of the pool. Placing the waterfall on the radius of a pool is in violation of local code ordinances and forfeits Manufacturers Warranty.
If a radius is the desired location for the waterfall, your pool dealer may purchase additional rock materials to custom fit the waterfall to a radius.
We suggest the best time to install a water feature onto your pool is when coping and decking has been completed in the construction of a new pool.
We recommend that you place a real rock over the water outlet to help disperse the water flow evenly.
DO NOT operate the water feature when you are shocking your pool. If your chlorine levels are not correct you can bleach the waterfall. Remember that these water features of made of REAL ROCK, and real rock will change color. Simply lower the water level below the rock edge and turn off the valve that leads to the water feature. After PH levels have returned to normal you may operate your water feature again.
DO NOT walk, jump or climb on your water feature due to safety concerns.
Please watch children carefully around a body of water.
NOTE: Superior Faux Products, Inc. does not promote nor indorse the use of our rocks, water features, ponds or any SFP products, as diving vehicles. SFP does not manufacturer diving rocks and strictly prohibits the use of our products for such purposes. SFP Distributors/Dealers are not authorized to sell or promote our products for purposes of diving of any kind.
POND WATERFALL INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
What you Need:
*Shovel *Level *Hose & fittings
*Knife *Stainless screws *Pebbles varied sizes
*Power drill *Trowel *River Sand
*Pump *Pump Jacket
Step #1: After choosing your desired size pond, mark on the ground the pond area to be dug out.
Remember to allow space behind for the waterfall support and around for planting.
When digging the hole make sure the base is leveled and cover the base with river sand to add support to the pond. A trowel can be used to level this area.
Step #2: Place the pond in the hole. Do not step into pond as this may cause damage to your pond. Maneuver until the pond appears to be level. This may be checked by either a level or by using a small amount of water in the base so that the level may be determined by eye.
Step #3: Using the soil that was removed from digging the hole, back fill around all sides of the pond edges for extra support.
Step #4: When pond is leveled and sufficiently packed, fill the pond with water.
Step #5: Attach hose to water outlet. If a shut off valve is requires, add to an accessible section of the hose for easy control of water flow. Then attach the other end of the hose to the pump.
Step #6: Submerge pump into pond at the rear side making sure the hose and electrical cord runs up behind the waterfall.
Disguise pump and any hose visible with a Superior Faux Products Pump Jacket.*
Step #7; Position waterfall into desired place on the pond ensuring overhang is sufficient.
Step #8: You may need to use a knife to cut into waterfall sides to enable it to sit snugly onto the ponds edge as shown above.
Step #9: Depending on your choice of waterfall, support may be needed at the rear. Check that the waterfall is positioned correctly so that water can not escape. A treated pine post can be used with rapid set concrete to secure.
Step #10: When satisfied with the waterfalls position, secure the waterfall to the pond and treated pine post support with stainless steel screws.
Step #11: Connect your pump. Turn your water feature on and position a large river pebble over the water outlet at the top to disperse water evenly.
Step #12: Add mulch and greenery to your liking. Use different types of plants for what ever type of environment you are trying to achieve .
Inline Pump Installation Instructions
Inline pumps can be used submerged under water on free standing ponds or at the back of self-contained water features. The pond area of self-contained water features is generally too small to have the pump installed under water within the pond area. Under water installation is only recommended on large free standing ponds where the pump can be hidden be covering it with an optional SFP pump cover rock. Pump installation on self contains is extremely easy since all self contained water features from SFP come with flow control valves and plastic tubing that is easy to connect to the pump water intake fitting and the pump water return out fitting. On self contained installations remove the filter supplied with the pump that covers the water intake pump fitting. The filter is only used when an inline pump is installed under water in a free standing pond. SFP recommends that the flexible tubing supplied with the water feature be placed in heated water in order to make it more pliable so that it more easily fits over the pump fittings. After connecting the flexible tubing to both the intake and the outflow fittings on the pump, install a hose clamp at each connection point to prevent leaking. Hose clamps are readily available at all hardware supply stores. Do not overtighten the hose clamps. The connected pump should be placed behind the self contained waterfall on a flat surface. Once you have completed the pump installation, fill the pond portion of the self contained water feature with water and plug the pump into an adjacent electric outlet. You may need to prime the pump by pouring a pitcher of water into the water outlet on the self contained waterfall in order to get the air out of the flexible tubing lines. With the water now circulating from the bottom of your pond throuh your pump and back up to the self contained's water outlet , adjust the water flow control valve to regulate the amount of water flowing through your self contained water feature. Sit back and enjooy the soothing sound of your new water feature.
LIMITED WARRANTY
For your peace of mind we endorse our product with this LIMITED WARRANTY.
The Limited warranty covers any manufacturing structural defect for 10 years.
At Superior Faux Products, Inc. we pride ourselves on making quality Faux Rock, Stone, and Brick Construction Panels as well as Landscape and Water Features that capture Quality Masonry Craftsmanship and the beauty of nature and bring it to your home.
We pride our products to be ruggedly durable by withstanding most weather conditions and natural elements of nature. SFP provides this 10 year limited warranty for any structural defect in our product.
What the warranty does not cover.
Color variations are not covered under this warranty. Our natural looking Brick, Stone and Rock Products are hand made to replicate quality craftsmanship masonry and natural rock formations. Consequently they have variations in color and finish. The finishes are also designed to age naturally to maintain an authentic look.
Damages caused by incorrect installation or by not following Manufacturers Installation Guidelines, are not covered by this warranty. The construction panels and water features must be installed correctly. When installed correctly, Superior Faux Products construction panels and water features will be a lasting, beautiful contribution to your home.
SFP Water Feature hoses and fittings are not covered by this warranty. Hoses and fitting must be replaced from time to time.
Any products that were sold As Is marked on the receipt or the product.
What the period of coverage is. The limited warranty is for 10 years from date of purchase. Please keep your receipt in a safe place should you need to file a warranty claim. The receipt will prove date of purchase. You cannot make a warranty claim without this receipt.
How to make a warranty claim.
Deliver your product together with proof of purchase to:
1.The dealer from whom you bought the product.
2.Any Superior Faux Products, Inc. authorized service center.
What we will do.
SFP will assess your product to establish the cause of the problem. If the problem is due to structural fault in manufacturing, or a defective part:
We will repair your product without charge.
We will replace your product without charge or
We will give you credit on another Superior Faux Products item.
What we will not do.
We will not refund.
We will not travel to your residence to inspect the product. You must return the product to your place of purchase or an authorized dealer.
TERMS OF SALE - PAGE 1 OF 2
All sales of goods/services purchased from Superior Faux Products, Inc. (SFP) shall be governed by these TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE AND THE COMPANYS website published LIMITED WARRANTY. SFP reserves the right to change, add or delete products from its product line without prior notice. SFP products are manufactured using a proprietary process. Variations in color, size, weight and volume are to be expected when compared to the photos & data on this website and in SFPs product catalog. SFP attempts to be as accurate as possible in its descriptions. However, said descriptions are approximate only and actual products may substantially deviate from said descriptions due to the manufacturing process. Such variations are within SFP guidelines and do not reflect a defective product.
***SAFETY WARNING: SFP PRODUCTS ARE DECORATIVE ONLY AND NOT TO BE USED FOR CLIMBING, STANDING, JUMPING OR DIVING!!!***
All SFP products must be installed in strict accordance with the installation instructions set forth on this website. Failure to properly install, secure and/or maintain any SFP product shall automatically void the Limited Warranty. Purchaser hereby agrees to defend, indemnify and hold SFP harmless from any and all claims, demands, judgments, loss, cost or expense made in connection with any personal injury or property damage arising out of or resulting from the use, misuse, improper installation of, improper maintenance of, or other cause involving in any manner an SFP product.
All orders shall be pre-paid by one of the following methods: (1) Visa/Mastercard credit card; (2) Paypal; (3) Bank cashiers check or (4) Approved SFP authorized Dealer company business check. SFP will not place any order on its production schedule and will not ship any order until SFP has received satisfactory pre-payment for said order in full. SFP shall not accept third (3rd) party payment under any circumstances. Personal checks shall be accepted only with prior SFP approval and orders placed with payment by personal check shall not be placed on the production schedule or shipped until clear funds are received in SFPs company bank account. Any cancelled order once placed shall incur a twenty five (25%) percent restocking fee. No order shall be deemed accepted by SFP unless and until Purchaser signs and returns SFPs standard Sales Order and submits proper payment. Purchaser shall carefully review all Sales Orders for accuracy prior to signing and returning to SFP. There will be no exceptions to this policy.
Any checks returned for insufficient funds or any retracted Credit Card payment shall incur a $50.00 NSF/Retraction fee and any coupon/discount/special pricing is null and void and product pricing will automatically revert to the then current SFP Retail Price (MSRP) without discount of any kind. Form of Replacement payment for NSF check or Retracted Credit Card payment, shall be by Certified Funds, via Bank Cashiers Check or Money Order ONLY.
If full payment of all outstanding balances resulting from NSF check or Retracted Credit Card payment, is not satisfied in full including NSF Fee, within five (5) business days, Superior Faux Products, Inc. shall charge and Purchaser shall pay a Finance Fee on the outstanding balance due equal to Two (2%) Percent per month (24% per year), compounded monthly or the highest rate permitted by law, whichever is greater.
TERMS OF SALE - PAGE 2 OF 2
All sales of goods/services purchased from Superior Faux Products, Inc. (SFP) shall be governed by these TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE AND THE COMPANYS website published LIMITED WARRANTY. SFP reserves the right to change, add or delete products from its product line without prior notice. SFP products are manufactured using a proprietary process. Variations in color, size, weight and volume are to be expected when compared to the photos & data on this website and in SFPs product catalog. SFP attempts to be as accurate as possible in its descriptions. However, said descriptions are approximate o
Furthermore, at SFPS absolute discretion, Purchasers account may be forwarded to a debt collection agency and/or attorney for the recovery of outstanding debt, and if necessary, legal proceedings may be instituted against the Purchaser and for the full amount of all outstanding debt and costs of collection. In addition to the amounts due, Purchaser shall be liable for and shall pay all costs and expenses incurred by SFP to collect any outstanding monies. These costs include but are not limited to, Collection Fees, Legal Fees, Court Costs, etc.
Superior Faux Products, Inc. shall employ its best efforts to provide Purchaser with top quality faux rock products. If Purchaser should submit a Manufacturers Limited Warranty Claim, then SFP will at its sole discretion determine whether or not the warranty claim is valid and will, at its sole discretion, repair and/or replace any defective product. SFP will not issue refunds under any circumstances. No products shall be declined upon shipment arrival or returned to SFP without an RMA (Returned Merchandise Authorization) issued by SFP; provided, however, that Purchaser shall not accept any products damaged in shipping and shall promptly inspect all shipped products immediately upon receipt. SFP shall not be responsible for any damages incurred through the shipment of its products by common carrier or otherwise. It shall be Purchasers obligation to make claim to any common carrier for damages incurred in shipment. SFP shall cooperate with Purchaser in its efforts to recover shipping damages from any common carrier. SFP shall not be liable for consequential or other damages under any circumstances. Purchasers further understand that they are responsible for all costs associated with any invalid warranty claim, including but not limited to, product Shipping & Handling and a restocking fee of 25%. Alterations of SFP product in any manner or improper installation shall result in the automatic voiding of Manufacturers Limited Warranty.
***Other than the limited warranty published on this website, SFP expressly disclaims any and all express and/or implied warranties and representations, including without limitation, any express and/or implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular use or purpose***.
All payments shall be made in United States Currency (U.S. Dollars) only and Purchaser shall be solely liable and responsible for all costs associated with importing SFP products, including but not limited to, Shipping, Handling, Import fees, Tariffs, or other fees or charges incurred in connection with the export and/or import of SFP products. Purchaser agrees and understands that SFP reserves the right to alter these Terms and Conditions of Sale.
ABOUT US
Superior Faux Products, Inc. was formed in 2006 after its founders, Stephen and Kyle Ann Joseph wanted a waterfall for their new swimming pool. After obtaining a few quotes from companies that specialized in constructing waterfalls from actual boulders, it became clear that the use of real and heavy boulders would be too expensive, take too long to install and the needed backhoe would damage their new landscaping and sprinkler system. They started to investigate the possibility of using fiberglass or fiberglass reinforced concrete faux rock products for their desired pool waterfall. Stephen and Kyle Ann soon realized that there was no way to prevent concrete based products from cracking over time due to temperature variations and there was no way to prevent fiberglass based products from chipping and losing its "like new" stained finish over time. Finding no product that met their needs, Kyle Ann started investigating how a waterfall could be made that looked and felt real yet was lightweight, durable, easy to install, easy to maintain and affordably priced, After extensive research and development and several failed attempts, Kyle Ann figured out that the only way to make the desired waterfall was to actually embed pulverized rock and oxides into the product membrane during the manufacturing process. This proprietary process was fine tuned and Superior Faux Products, Inc. was born. Its competitors continue to mold their faux rocks and water features out of concrete or fiberglass and then paint on a finish stain coat which makes them look nice when new but highly susceptible to the elements over time. By expanding its massive product line, the Company soon discovered that their products were becoming ever increasingly popular. Starting production in early 2007 with only a couple employees working out of 5,000 sf, the Company has over tripled in size in 3 short years, has obtained a world famous theme park in Orlando, Florida as one of its valued customers and its products have been featured on both the HGTV and DIY national television networks. Now, Superior Faux Products sells its products all over the world and recently introduced an entirely new product line of faux stone construction panels used in the building industry.
CUSTOMER COMMENTS
"WOW - We love the product!!!... I have had nothing but good comments on your products... We look forward to using your products on our sets and our theme parks".
Doug B. Director Landscape
Walt Disney World, Orlando, Florida
"Your product is the best I have ever seen and the response from my customers is phenomenal! I can't keep product on the shelves... they are selling like Hotcakes"!
John H. Oceanside, California
"I'm sooooo excited... I can't believe the response I am getting from your products. My outdoor display is literally stopping traffic! Boy, I know how to pick a winning product"!
Dennis G. Freehold, New Jersey
"Your product and customer service has, by far, surpassed all other faux rock manufactuers that I have dealt with. Your product is exactly as your name says, "Superior", to the rest of the products on the market and I have realized triple the sales that I had with the other two products that I used to carry... keep the product coming"!
Larry Z. Plainview, Texas
NEWS AND EVENTS
2011 National & International Trade Show Schedule
October 19 - 20, 2011 December 8 & 9 , 2011
EXPO 2011 Canadian Pool & Spa Conference & Expo Toronto Congress Centre Toronto, Ontario Canada
November 3, 4 & 5, 2011 April 14, 15 & 16, 2011
International Pool-Spa-Patio Expo Atlantic Builders Convention
Las Vegas, Nevada Atlantic City, New Jersey
November 11 & 12 , 2011 Nov. 17, 18 & 19, 2011
SPLASH IAPPA Expo
Laval, Quebec Orlando, Florida
Canada
SFP's new building material product line was featured on the hit DIY Network television show "Kitchen Impossible" Click on Video Gallery to see our factory and the installation of a stacked stone wall.
CUSTOM PROJECTS
Superior Faux Products, Inc. spealizes in designing and manufacturering custom faux rock, faux stone and faux brick products that are only limited by one's imagination.
From one-of-a kind water feature based miniture golf courses to gigantic commercial rock enclosures often used to hide large valves and other unsightly above ground items, SFP is your one call place to obtain any custom product to satisfy your need.
SFP makes custom trade show exhibits, movie studio props, zoo and aquarium exhibits, casino, hotel and shopping center unique WOW water features.
***CALL TODAY FOR A FREE, NO OBLIGATION CONSULTATION WITH ONE OF SFP'S EXPERIENCED DESIGNERS AND MAKE YOUR DREAM BECOME A REALITY!***
CALL: 856-628-4513
BECOME A DEALER
"***ATTENTION: BUILDING MATERIAL SUPPLIERS, POOL BUILDERS, POOL SUPPLY COMPANIES, GARDEN CENTERS, NURSERIES, LANDSCAPERS, LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS, INTERIOR DESIGNERS AND OUTDOOR LIVING RETAILERS***"
Superor Faux Products, Inc. is the #1 rated faux rock manufacturer in the world. It's global authorized distributor and dealer network is currently expanding in order to make it more convenient for customers to visit actual displays of SFP products where they can see and feel in person how realistic, lightweight, durable and beautiful the faux rock water features made by SFP are.
To BECOME A DEALER, call SFP CEO and President, Kyle Ann Joseph, at 856-628-4513 and she will be happy to set you up as an authorized SFP dealer.
There are low minimum purchase requirements and free marketing materials are provided.
Join the growing network of SFP dealers and increase your company's bottom line profits by adding this exciting new product line.
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