Installation Guide

Swanstone panels can be installed over a variety of
products. If you intend to apply the panels to any
surface other than those described, consult with a
professional contractor. Use the following sections when
installing this product over:
 SHEETROCK/GREENBOARD/CEMENTBOARD/
WOOD
 PLASTER
 CEMENT/CONCRETE
 OLD TILE
 WALLPAPER
 MASONITE
Sheetrock, Greenboard, Cementboard, or
Wood
 Surface must be dry, smooth, and free of any dust,
soap scum, or any other contaminants.
 To ensure proper adhesion of the Swanstone product,
the wall surface must be sealed with a water or
oil-based primer/sealer.
 After the primer/sealer is completely dry, complete the
installation following the instructions in this manual.
Plaster
Depending on the condition of the existing wall surface,
additional silicone may be required to ensure contact
between the substrate and the wall panel.
 Sand textured or swirled finishes smooth.
 Clean the wall surface with a damp cloth to remove
any dust, soap scum, or any other contaminants.
The wall surface must be dry and smooth.
 To ensure proper adhesion of the Swanstone product,
the wall surface must be sealed with a water or
oil-based primer/sealer.
 After the primer/sealer is completely dry, complete the
installation following the instructions in this manual.
Cement/Concrete
Depending on the condition (flatness) of the existing wall
surface, additional silicone may be required to ensure
contact between the substrate and the wall panel.
 To ensure proper adhesion of the Swanstone product,
the complete area must be sealed with two coats of
water or oil-based primer/sealer.
 After the primer/sealer is completely dry, complete the
installation following the instructions in this manual.
Old Tile
Depending on the condition of the existing wall surface,
additional silicone may be required to ensure contact
between the substrate and the wall panel.
Old ceramic tiles, if solidly adhered, do not need to be
removed. All plastic tiles must be removed.
 Remove or reattach any loose ceramic tiles. Old tiles
and front edge ceramic tiles should be reset for
appearance only.
 Remove any tile accessories attached to the walls.
 Remove the bottom row of tile and cut a ventilation
gap in the substrate.
 Surface must be dry, smooth, and free of any dust,
soap scum, or any other contaminants.
 Complete the installation following the instructions in
this manual.
Note: If using a trim kit, old tiles may need to be
removed to allow a proper fit.
Wallpaper
 All wallpaper must be removed from the area being
covered. Clean the wall surface to remove any dust,
soap scum, or any other contaminants. The wall
surface must be dry and smooth.
 To ensure proper adhesion of the Swanstone product,
the complete wall surface must be sealed with two
coats of water or oil-based primer/sealer.
 After the primer/sealer is completely dry, complete the
installation following the instructions in this manual.
Masonite
 Clean the wall surface to remove any dust, soap
scum, or any other contaminants. The wall surface
must be dry and smooth.
 To ensure proper adhesion of the Swanstone product,
the wall surface must be sealed with a water or
oil-based primer/sealer.
 After the primer/sealer is completely dry, complete the
installation following the instructions in this manual.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
The Swan Corporation – Swanstone 8 800-325-7008
Installation Procedure