Specification
Determine Tile Layout
We recommend you perform a “dry layout” prior to applying any adhesive.
Our recommended layout for the typical 60" wide by 30" tub surround is
to center panels in the rst or second row on each wall of the surround.
Palisade tiles can be installed with a horizontal or vertical orientation,
either stacked or subway as shown in the following images. We recom-
mend centering tiles on the large wall as shown.
Tub End - Left Tub End - RightTub Length Wall
Horizontal Subway
Tub End - Left Tub End - RightTub Length Wall
Vertical Subway
Tub End - Left Tub End - RightTub Length Wall
Horizontal Stacked
Tub End - Left Tub End - RightTub Length Wall
Vertical Stacked
Determine Installation Type
Most tubs feature a lip or ange around the top perimeter to help prevent
water leakage behind the tub. Each ange design is different and tile
placement will vary to accommodate the design. You will need to
determine your unique arrangement before beginning installation. Here,
we discuss three typical arrangements beginning with the rst row of tile
closest to the top of the tub.
Over existing tile
If you plan to apply Palisade over existing tile,
the distance between the existing tile and the
new Palisade may be so negligible that the
Palisade tile can rest ush on the tub edge. In
this case, simply seal the seam with silicone
sealer around the perimeter.
In front of ange, over backer board
If applying Palisade tile over ange, there will
be a slight angle to the tile to accommodate
the ange before afxing to backer board.
This angle is modest and can be concealed
on either side of the surround with edge trim.
Flange behind backer board
Apply Palisade to the backer board as you
would with tile. In most cases the tiles will be
ush to the surface or result in a negligible gap
which, again, can be concealed with silicone
or edge trim.
Edge Trims
This Tub and Shower Kit contains 2 (94-inch) Inside Corner Trims, 2
(94-inch) J-Trims (for termination edges) and 2 (94-inch) L-Trims (for use
with edges over existing tile). Your installation type (above) will help
determine which trims you will need.
Inside Corner Trims should be attached with adhesive to the substrate.
Dispense a small bead of adhesive directly to the substrate corner or on
the trim itself. Also dispense a bead of sealant into each of the trim’s
channels to prevent water from reaching the substrate.
J-Trims are used to nish the isolated terminal end of tiles when not
adjoined to anything. To install, don’t dispense adhesive a few inches
from the tile’s edge where you intend to use the J-Trim. Dispense a bead
of sealant into the receiving channel of the trim and then press the trim
into place.
Cross-section View
Palisade Tile
Palisade Tile
Wall
Wall
Inside Corner Trim