Installation Guide

1. Determine Necessary Quantity of
Accent Planks: Measure the wall or room to
determine required square footage (length x height).
Determine number of cartons to purchase by dividing
total square footage to be covered by 15, then
rounding up.
2. Acclimate Planks: Place Accent Planks in
installation location at least 24 hours prior to
installation to adjust to room temperature. Use
indoors only between 50° – 105°F.
3. Wall Preparation: Accent Planks are intended
to be installed over suitable noncombustible backing
such as gypsum board.
a. Command™ Picture Hanging Strips from 3M
(supplied) or Construction Adhesive: Clean wall with
isopropyl rubbing alcohol. Do not use household
cleaners. Ensure wall surfaces are firm, dry and free
of contaminants. Sand high spots to ensure flat
working surface to minimize plank distortion.
Note: Wait 7 days after painting before using Command™
Picture Hanging Strips.
b. Finishing Nails (4d or 6d recommended): Sand high
spots to ensure flat working surface.
4. Select Installation Orientation:
Accent Planks can be installed horizontally, vertically
or at an angle (i.e. herringbone). Arrange planks side-
by-side in open area to achieve desired balance of
color and pattern. Grain patterns can be oriented in
same direction or in opposing patterns.
5. Fitting the Accent Planks:
Begin in a top or bottom corner of the room. Using
a level and pencil, draw line along wall to use as a
guide to ensure the starter row of planks is level.
Install the first plank against inside corner (see
Fastening Options below) and trim as needed to allow
plank to fall on the level line. Set adjoining planks at
varying lengths leaving a 1/32” gap between planks to
allow for expansion. Continue until row is complete.
Oset the second row 6-12” or as desired to achieve
an appropriate design. Repeat until area is covered.
Note: Accent Planks can be trimmed using chop saw, table saw
or fine-tooth miter box-type saw. Use quick cuts with fine-tooth
blade to ensure a clean cut. A table saw is recommended to
make rip cuts (lengthwise cuts to trim to a narrower width).
6. Fastening Options:
Secure Accent Planks using Command™ Picture
Hanging Strips from 3M, construction adhesive and/
or finishing nails.
Note: Failure to follow instructions carefully may cause damage.
a. Command™ Picture Hanging Strips from 3M – Clean
the surface with isopropyl rubbing alcohol. Do not use
household cleaners.
Separate the strips. Press
two strips together until
they click.
Remove one green liner
from the pair and firmly
press onto the backside of
the plank. Repeat, applying
pairs of strips to both ends
of the plank and in the middle if over 2.5 feet.
Remove the remaining
green liners and press the
plank directly onto the wall
surface. Press firmly for 30
seconds, applying pressure
at each strip to ensure adequate adhesive contact.
Note: Additional Command™ Medium Picture Hanging Strips
may be used for securing planks and are available from many
local retailers.
To make small adjustments
to the planking, carefully
lift the bottom of the plank,
pulling up and away to
expose the separated
fasteners. Do not pull straight o. Adjust the position of
the plank, then push the plank back onto the fasteners
and push at each strip until you hear it click.
To completely remove,
follow the instructions
above to remove the plank.
To remove the strip, grip
the tab and slowly stretch the strip straight down against
the wall until it releases (about 12 inches). Do not pull the
strip towards you.
b. Construction Adhesive – Use low-VOC construction
adhesive, suitable for plastic, for Accent Plank installation.
Follow supplier recommendations for installation.
c. Finishing Nails – 4d or 6d finishing nails are recom-
mended for installation. Drive nails to within ¼” of
plank surface to prevent scarring the face. With an
appropriate nail set, drive nails flush or below the
surface of the plank as preferred. Alternatively, a
pneumatic nail gun set at 95psi or lower may be used
to install planking. Avoid nailing close to the edge of the
plank due to possibility of material cracking.
Note: Damage to underlying wall surface may occur using
application methods b and c.
7. Care and Maintenance:
Accent Planks are practically maintenance-free,
and painting is not recommended (laminate will not
accept paint). Occasional cleaning and touch-up may
be required.
a. Cleaning: A mild soap solution on a damp cloth
is recommended. Wipe dry immediately. For any
cleaning solution, test in an inconspicuous area first
before using.
b. Touch-up: Since Accent Planks are prefinished,
simply touch up nail holes and joints with color-
coordinated non-oil-based putty, caulk, shoe
polish, latex stain, marker or crayons.
The user is responsible for proper installation of this product. If
not specifically covered by these instructions, product must be
installed in accordance with generally accepted good design
and construction practices. Inteplast Group Building Products
does not warrant Accent Planks and cannot be held responsible
for loss or damage arising from this product or as a result of
improper use or installation of this product.
3M and Command are trademarks of 3M
Step-by-Step Installation
This material is intended for interior use only and is not designed for use around heated surfaces or open flames (can be installed around a code-approved fireplace). It can be used in high-mois-
ture areas (bathroom / kitchen / laundry). Avoid hanging heavy items on planks without using wall anchor(s) or securing hardware to wall stud(s) as planks are designed to be decorative only. Do
not hang over beds or on wallpaper, unless using adhesive or nails.