Installation Guide

Make sure the outside walls are not over
30” in depth when using a 3’x5’ panel or
36” in depth when using a 3’x6’ panel.
In most SoterraSlate shower kits and
congurations, the side walls are comprised
of one panel cut in half to create a lower
and upper wall. That’s why the wall depth
cannot exceed 30” or 36” depending upon
the panel size (see Diagram 6-D). Use
the factory edge on the outside edge, if
possible. nd slate panel from 30" (H) to 29
¾" (I).
It is important to note measurements,
arrows and any other important information
on the template (cardboard strips) you
may need to transfer to the panel prior to
cutting. This will include vein direction and
matching up material at seams. If possible,
use the factory edge on the outside and
note this on your template. Use the factory
edge at the level line, make a note on the
template.
If you decide to measure only (no
template), transcribe all the information
on the paper/drawing and transfer to
the panel. Always draw your level line
and thoroughly measure each point as
illustrated in 6-A and 6-C to make sure you
have exact measurements for each wall
panel as illustrated in 6-B and 6-D. Walls
are usually not square, so do not assume.
In most cases, the lower panels will need a
template so the true level line is created.
When measuring difcult to reach back
wall and ceiling corners, it’s helpful to
measure 1” from the corner, make a line
and then run your tape measure to the line.
This will give you an exact measurement
without trying to guess the true corner’s
depth. Be sure to add the 1” to your overall
measurement.
How to Template & Measure (continued):
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Diagram 6-D
Diagram 6-E
30"
30"
29¾"
29¾"
Shower Head
Graining
Top
Tile Grouting Marking
Shower height
Tub height
Tub & Shower
30" 48"
Shower Only
30" 48"
8"
Do-It-Yourself Setup—Templating & Measuring
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