Installation Guide
Routing
For crisp clean edges, use a sharp carbide-tipped bit on a router. It is
recommended that you mount the router on a table as hand held models may be difficult
to control.
Edge Finishing
Trim can be finished by machine edging or sanding. A smoother edge can be
obtained by applying spackle, sanding or painting. Do not allow excess frictional heat to
build up when edging or sanding.
Bending
Trim can be bent by using convection air circulation ovens, strip heater or radiant
heaters. Heat guns can also be used but only on small areas where the appearance and
uniformity may be compromised. Do not overheat the material as a rough texture or
discoloration could occur. Heating times and temperatures should be controlled as to
prevent the surface temperature from exceeding 300 degrees for more than 10 minutes.
To guarantee uniformity, heating should be done from both sides. Heating times are
generally 3 minutes per ¼ inch thickness of material. Apply heat evenly until the Trim
has become flexible. Once it reaches a flexible state, no additional heat is required.
Handle hot Trim with care as severe burns could occur from unprotected contact.
Fastening
For best results use fasteners with thin shanks, blunt points and full round
heads.
Fasteners should penetrate into flat, solid wood substrate or framing member a
minimum of 1-1/2 inch.
Standard pneumatic nailers when used should be at an air pressure between 70
psi and 100 psi, depending on the type of gun, type of nail, air temperature
and density of the substrate.
Use stainless steel fasteners or hot dipped galvanized fasteners and make sure
that the fastener heads are flush with the Trim surface or slightly recessed.
There should be no need to pre-drill holes unless large fasteners are being
used or the product is being installed in low temperatures.
When applying Trim 10 inches or narrower use (2) fasteners for every framing
member.
For 12 inch Trim or sheets use fasteners every 12 inches.
Fasteners should be no more than 2 inches from the end of the board.
Gluing
Make sure all surfaces are clean, dry and free from contamination.