I-Span Vinyl Interior Wall & Ceiling Liner System INSTALLATION GUIDE
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.
5. Do not drive the head of the fastener tightly against the vinyl I span wall paneling system nail hem. Allow approximately 1/16” (0.4mm) (about the thickness of a dime) clearance between the fastener head and the panel. Make sure the panels can move freely back and forth. Drive fasteners straight and level to prevent distortion and buckling of the panel. 6. Leave a minimum of 1/4” (6.4mm) clearance at all openings and stops to allow for normal expansion and contraction. 7.
Screw Fasteners Screw fasteners can be used if the screws do not restrict the normal expansion and contraction movement of the vinyl I span wall paneling system on the wall. Screws must be centered in the slot with approximately 1/16” (0.4mm) space between the screw head and the vinyl. Screws must be able to penetrate not less 1” (24mm) into backing material keeping 1/16” (0.4mm) space between the head and the vinyl.
Installation Before starting installation, check that the wall surface is straight and if needed install furring strips. It is recommended to use vapor barrier and consult local building code for vapor barrier requirements. Installation of vinyl I span wall panels can be parallel to ceiling joists, roof trusses and wall studs. If additional support is needed, use 1” x 4” or 2” x 4”. Always check local building code for maximum spacing.
