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The lightweight, yet extremely strong performance of the wedi Building Panel, as well as its perfectly flat surface and
installation, makes it a superior backing substrate for tiles over solid or suspended, framed ceilings. Especially valuable
if used in areas subject to rising water vapor such as in pool areas. When working over head, not only the lightweight
handling is of great benefit. Not being permanently covered in falling dust is another nice benefit.
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wedi Building Panels over
Suspended Ceilings
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Install the ceiling suspension
systems to the existing ceiling
by using dowels and set the
desired suspension height.
Install the corresponding pro-
files onto the already installed
support.
Screw wedi Building Panels to framework using wedi’s ceramic coated
coarse thread screws and galvanized tab washers. Self tapping screws
will be need when installing to metal framing 18 ga. or heavier. The
fastener pattern is 1 fastener per every 6” (152.4 mm). Make sure to al-
ways use washers / fasteners in panel seams to ensure smooth transitions.
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When installing wedi Building Panels to metal stud ceiling framework,
use wedi Joint Sealant in addition to wedi screws and Washers. Seal all
joints and fastener points using wedi Joint Sealant. In dry areas, use wedi
Self Adhesive Mesh Tape.
wedi Building Panels over Suspended Ceilings
Installations
Besides wall and floor applications, the versatile wedi Building Panel can also be used for leveling
and suspension of ceilings. Suspension height can be individually set during installation. For areas
that require a fire
barrier, additional backing material may need to be considered.
wedi installation requirements:
Framing must be sufficiently load bearing and not exceed deflection of L/360 in consideration of
gauge, entire design of framing, material choice and total load
stud spacing not to exceed 16” (406.4 mm) o.c.
On metal studs we recommend to use wedi Joint Sealant to adhere the panels next to using wedi
screws and tab washers. wedi’s ceramic coated screws are used for wood studs and 20 ga.
metal framing. For heavier ga. framing from 18 ga. and less, wedi self-tapping screws and tab
washers are used