Installation Guide

Flat, Subway Tile, or Square Tile

Panel Installation

The installation process is the same for either flat or tile

panels. Follow the steps in this section for installation

instructions.

Back Panel

If the back wall measures less than the width of the panel, cut

the panel to fit the opening.

1. Using a builder’s square, make sure the tub surface is

perpendicular to the side walls. If the walls are out of

square, the bottom of all the panels may need cutting to

follow the contour of the tub surface.

2. If the tub surface is not perpendicular to the wall, use a

level and draw a line around the alcove on all three walls.

Measure the distance from the line to the top of the tub.

3. Transfer these measurements to both side panels and the

back panel. Cut the bottoms of the panels.

Note: On subway tile and square tile panels, this process will

keep the faux grout lines running level, although the

bottom tiles may not be evenly sized from the tub to the

first faux grout line. Since every installation is slightly

different, it is up to the installer to create a pattern

match that is visually pleasing.

4. If the back panel must be cut (side-to-side) to fit the

opening, find and mark the center of the back wall in the

alcove opening. Use a level to draw a line from the tub

surface to a point above the height of the wall panel.

6. Take several measurements, bottom to top, from the

center line to each wall surface. These measurements will

ensure the back panel fits the exact contour of the two

side walls.

6. Place the panel, finished side facing up, on a flat surface.

Using a pencil, lightly mark the center of the back panel.

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Installation Procedure