Installation Guide

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ATTENTION!
You MUST FOLLOW the instructions
included inside. Failure to follow the
instructions may result in InstaTrim not
adhering properly to the surface.
Instructions For Use
Cutting Board
Razor Blade or Scissors
Acetone or Isopropyl Alcohol
Scrubby Sponge or
Soft-bristle Brush
WHAT YOU'LL NEED
INSTALLATION TIPS
Always use ventilation in enclosed areas
with any solvent cleaning solution.
● Be Aware of Silicone - some tile and stone
comes with a thin layer of silicone sealant
applied. Silicone caulk and silicone sealant
must be 100% removed prior to installing
InstaTrim. Instructions are included.
● Unroll the Spool and Let it Rest - prior to
installation, unrolling the strip and letting it lay
flat will help to make it easier to work with.
● Clean the Application Area - remove loose
debris and dust, wipe down the area with
acetone and let dry completely.
● Use InstaTrim at Room Temperature -
Do not install in temperatures below 68° F.
● Press FIRMLY Into Place - InstaTrim’s adhesive
needs to spread in order to grab and adhere to
the application surface. We recommend
using the InstaTrim Applicator
Tool to make installation easier!
● Avoid Stretching - stretching as you work will
result in the trim shrinking back from the ends of
the application area and may cause the adhesive
to lose its grip.
● Tight Curves - use a hair dryer to warm the strip
to make it easier to work with and look smooth
around tighter curve.
Caulk or Grout
Removal Tool
Soft Lint-free Cloth
Optional:
Permanent Glue
Hair Dryer
CLEAN AND PREPARE
THE INSTALLATION SURFACE
SILICONE MUST BE REMOVED 100% FROM THE
APPLICATION SURFACE PRIOR TO INSTALLATION
Be aware that some old caulking may be silicone-based and that tile,
stone and other building materials may come with a thin layer of silicone
release. We recommend using Acetone for silicone removal.
1. Cut away and remove all caulk with
a caulk remover tool or razor blade.
2. Apply Acetone or Isopropyl Alcohol
to the silicone and let sit for a 1/2 hr
or so before scrubbing the area with
a scrubby sponge or brush.
Always use ventilation with any
solvent cleaning solution.
3. Vacuum or wipe away any loose
dust, grout or debris.
4. Thoroughly wipe down the area with
Acetone or Isopropyl Alcohol to
remove any silicone residue or
sealant that is left behind.
5. Let the surface dry completely
before installation.
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