Instructions / Assembly

CAULK
Allow adhesive to cure for 24 hours before applying caulk. Use only 100%
silicone sealant (not siliconized acrylics) to thoroughly caulk all seams, edges
around panels, around and behind all fixtures and in between seams.
SPACING BETWEEN PANELS
Above Grade:
Allow 1/16” of space between panels to the left and right – along the 8’
edge. Use shims to leave 1/8” of space at the top and bottom of the panels.
Below Grade:
Allow 1/16” of space between panels to the left and right – along the 8’
edge. Use shims to leave 1/4” of space at the top and bottom of the panels.
FITTING PANELS
CUTTING PANELS
1/8”
1/4”
1/16”
1/16”
Put the first panel in place and bring
to the adjacent wall in the corner
allowing 1/16” of space. Make sure it
is plumb and both left and right
panel edges fall on solid stud
backing.
The panel may have to be trimmed
to allow the outer edge to be on the
center of a stud if nailing. Also, on
rough walls, or adjoining a fireplace
wall, use a pencil compass to mark
the panel on the inner edge and then
cut on the scribe line to fit around
the obstruction.
If you have chosen simulated wood
grain panels, take a few minutes to
stand the panels side-by-side around
the room. Arrange them to achieve
the most pleasing balance of color
and grain pattern, then number the
back of each panel in sequence.
If measured floor-to-ceiling height is
8’ or less, subtract 1⁄2” from this
measurement to allow 1⁄4” expan-
sion clearance on top and bottom.
Transfer these measurements to
panels for cutting.
If using a handsaw or table saw,
mark and cut the panels face up. If
using a portable circular saw or sabre
saw, mark and cut panels face down.
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