Use And Care Manual

Use and Care Instructions for Wainscot Panels

How do I need to prepare the wall before I install wainscot panels?

The wall that you plan to install wall panels on needs to be freshly cleaned, free from dust, grease, wax, etc.

After you've cleaned the wall, be sure that it is dried thoroughly. Acceptable substrates are drywall, plaster or

clean, smooth tile. Any damaged, loose or uneven areas must be repaired, patched, leveled and primed. Fill

cracks and irregularities with wallboard compound or spackling, then sand smooth with fine-grade sandpaper.

Any porous material like highly textured drywall, plywood (or any raw wood without primer), and wallpaper

unless removed, sanded and primed, will result in adhesive failure.

What can I use to cut the wainscot panels?

To cut the wainscot panels use a utility knife, scissors or a tin snips.

What kind of adhesive do I need to install the wainscot panels?

The preferred method for installing panels is to use a notched trowel (1/4" x 1/4" x 3/4") and apply the

adhesive directly to the wall. ACP, the manufacturer of Fasade recommends using PL Premium. Please see the

installation guide for specific instructions.

If I choose to use the Tube Adhesive, how much do I need to purchase?

If using the tube adhesive to install the panels, one 10.5-ounce size tube covers approximately three wainscot

panels. Be sure to carefully read the instructions on the back of the adhesive tube before use.

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Use and Care Instructions for Wainscot Panels How do I need to prepare the wall before I install wainscot panels? The wall that you plan to install wall panels on needs to be freshly cleaned, free from dust, grease, wax, etc. After you've cleaned the wall, be sure that it is dried thoroughly. Acceptable substrates are drywall, plaster or clean, smooth tile. Any damaged, loose or uneven areas must be repaired, patched, leveled and primed.
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What is Edge J-trim, and do I need to use it? Edge J-Trim for walls is a 48-inch trim piece that is available to you to use on the edge of your wall panels. The trim is not required to be used with the wainscot panels, but does give the panels a nice, finished look. The trim pieces are available in a variety of finishes that match most wainscot panels.
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Can I paint Fasade panels? Yes. Our Matte White panels are paintable. To paint our white backsplash panels, the recommended paint and preparation steps are below.