Installation Guide
You will always get perfect, clean cuts. Use the same tools and methods as
traditional millwork.
Color matched caulk and ll
sticks available.
1. CUT 2. INSTALL 3. FILL/CAULK
TRADITIONAL INSTALLATION
Install Finished Elegance using the same tools and methods as
you would use for traditional millwork. The following are some
guidelines for best practices.
For the miter saw, use a nish/carpentry blade with a high
tooth-count (80+) and make slow, steady cuts.
For a nish nail gun we recommend 18 gauge brad nails.
For the installation of doors and/or other more demanding
applications, a 15 or 16 gauge nail could be used. For smaller
proles and returns, 23 gauge headless pin nails are best.
Remember, smaller and shallower holes are easier to touch up.
Using the nail gun, drive the nail just below the coating (1/16’’).
If hand nailing, be sure to use a nail set to sink the nail heads
slightly below the coating. Adjust the pressure setting to
achieve optimal nail holes. Also, adjust the angle of the tip of
the nail gun to prevent damage from the plunger. Whenever
possible, place the nail in the contoured/proled portion of the
moulding for easier concealment of nail holes.
Finished Elegance can be mitered, coped and cut like
traditional millwork.
The preferred method to prevent exposed ends would be to
cut a return to carry the prole around to the wall. If this is not
possible, follow the painting instructions in the painting section
to touch up raw ends.
Finished Elegance can be routed using standard bits and
the same tools used to route traditional millwork. Follow
instructions in the painting section to touch up areas where the
coating has been removed.
INSTALLATION USING ADHESIVES
3 Easy Steps to Install
NO PAINTING REQUIRED
Quick Tips
In some applications the use of adhesives to install Finished
Elegance may be preferred. For best results, we specically
recommend Loctite 2 in 1 Premium and/ or OSI QUAD MAX.
Both provide strong lasting bonds between Finished Elegance
and walls and also provide admirable sealant capabilities when
needed. Benets of using either Loctite 2 in 1 Premium and/or
OSI QUAD MAX are:
1. Reduces the need for fastening which reduces nail holes
resulting in a better nished look
2. Off-the-shelf color matches Finished Elegance White
3. Non-shrinking & Low Odor
4. Dual purpose – can be used as an adhesive and sealant if
desired
5. High initial tack – provides extra hand on the job. Saves time!
6. Can be used to ll nail holes and gaps between trim and
uneven walls
Prior to use, clean wall and back of Finished Elegance trim of
any dust/debris to ensure proper adhesion can occur. Run a
generous bead of adhesive on the back of the trim (both the
nose and the heel) and apply steady, even pressure across the
whole length of the prole to remove any air pockets. Hold
in place for a minimum of 30 seconds. Placement of a few
fasteners to hold it in place while it fully dries may be needed.
Keep in mind the adhesive’s bond to the drywall could be
permanent and removal may result in damage to the wall.
Refer to manufacturer’s instructions and technical data sheets
for additional details.
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