Installation Instructions

Tools and Equipment
Common hand tools, such as a hammer, fine-tooth circular saw, square, chalkline, level,
utility knife, tin snips, caulking gun, putty knife, drill/screw gun and tape measure, are needed
for proper installation. Safety glasses are recommended for eye protection.
Other basic tools include:
Power Saw
A bench or radial-arm power saw can speed the cutting of vinyl I span wall panels. A fine-tooth
plywood blade (12 to 16 teeth per inch) should be used with the blade installed in the reverse
direction. Some applicators prefer a hand-held power saw. In extremely cold weather, move the
saw through the material slowly to prevent chipping or cracking.
Nail Hole Slot Punch
Occasionally, it may be necessary to elongate a nail hem slot. The hole is elongated to allow for
expansion and contraction.
Basic Installation Rules
Before getting started, it is important to review several rules of thumb for vinyl I span wall
paneling system application. The following rules, which come up throughout this guide, are
critical for proper vinyl I span wall paneling system installation:
1. Installed panels and accessories must move freely from side to side.
2. When installing a vinyl I span wall paneling system, push panel until the lock is fully engaged
with the piece next to it. Without stretching the panel, fasten it into place.
3. Fasten nails or other fasteners in the center of the nailing slot and make sure the fastener
penetrates a minimum of 1” (24mm) into a nailable surface.
4. Do not force the panels when fastening in position.