Installation Guide

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Masking Tape

8+ tubes Non-Solvent

Based Construction Adhesive

(Silicone Adhesive when installing over

tile)

7-1/4" Circular Saw

and Masonry Blade

Caulk Gun

1-2 Tubes Color Matched

100% Silicone Sealant

Sanding Block

Plus:

• Standard Woodworking Tools

• Spring Loaded Braces or Lumber

(to create bracing)

• Sawhorses

• Drop Cloth

• 1/4" Roundover Router Bit (Optional)

Drill & Hole Saw

(size will vary)

Breathing

Protection

Shop Vacuum

Rags

High Speed Rotary

Tool with Cut-Off

Wheel

Denatured

Alcohol

DENATURED

ALCOHOL

Jigsaw with

Grit Blade

54" (1372 mm) Shower Barre*

40" (1016 mm) Shower Barre*

36" (914 mm) Shower Barre*

24" (610 mm)

Shower Barre*

Hook

7" (178 mm)

Floating Shelf

Back Wall Layout

Right Sidewall LayoutLeft Sidewall Layout

Record your layout in the area below. Note the

location of backer material, seams, and accent walls.

21" (533 mm)

Floating Shelf

14" (356 mm)

Floating Shelf

16" (406 mm)

Max

16" (406 mm)

Max

16" (406 mm)

Max

16" (406 mm)

Max

16" (406 mm)

Max

16" (406 mm)

Max

16" (406 mm)

Max

*** Backer board should span four studs.

* Backer board should span two studs.

** Backer board should span three studs.

2x4 backing required

24" (610 mm) long minimum*

2x4 backing required

36" (914 mm) long minimum**

2x4 backing required

40" (1016 mm) long minimum**

2x4 backing required

54" (1372 mm) long

minimum***

Attach directly to studs or 2x4 backing

17-1/2" (445 mm) minimum*

Attach directly to stud or 2x4 backing

17-1/2" (445 mm) long minimum*

Attach directly to stud or 2x4 backing

17-1/2" (445 mm) long minimum*

2x4 backing required

17-1/2" (445 mm) long minimum*

(229 mm)

Locker

14-1/2"

(368 mm)

Locker

Layout

Edge Trim and Corner Joints

Available accessories are shown. Determine installation location prior to

wall installation. Install backer board support as indicated.

11" (279 mm) 17" (432 mm)

16" (406 mm)

Max

Wall Panel

Tile

Uncut edge

Cut edge

Edge Trim With Return

(Installation Over Tile)

Wall Panel Edges

Right Corner JointLeft Corner Joint

Seam Joint

(Uncut Edges ONLY)

Wide Seam Joint

Edge Trim Outside Corner Joint

Accessories

14" (356 mm)

Locker

9" (229 mm)

Locker

Back Side

Front

Side

Seam

Joint

54" (1372 mm)

(not shown)

40"

(1016 mm)

36"

(914 mm)

24"

(610 mm)

Hook

Shower Barres

Handrail Shelf

7" (178 mm)

14" (356 mm)

21" (533 mm)

Floating Shelf

IMPORTANT! If a 9” (229 mm) or 14” (356 mm)

locker unit will be installed, follow the directions

packed with the locker unit. Do not use this

installation guide.

NOTE: The handrails, robe hook, and shelves

require 2x4 backing support.

Determine the accessories that will be installed.

Install the rough plumbing for the bath and

shower components.

Install backing support for all accessories

that require additional support following the

instructions provided with the accessory.

Record the locations of the backing on the

diagram above.

IMPORTANT! Water resistant wallboard

backing material is recommended.

Check the studs for plumb. Studs should be

within 3/8” (10 mm) of plumb.

Use shims if necessary to ensure all walls are

plumb or within 3/8” (10 mm) of plumb.

Determine if there will be vertical or horizontal

seams beyond the corner locations.

Order optional seam joints as needed.

Determine if edge trim will be installed.

Order optional edge trim as needed.

Back Wall Measurement:

Measure the installation area to determine the

cut dimensions for the panel(s).

Subtract 1/16” (2 mm) from the width of the

wall panel for each corner joint.

Subtract 1/16” (2 mm) from the width or height

of the wall panel for each seam joint.

NOTE: Do not subtract from the width or height

of the wall panel if wide seam joints are used.

Mark the cut lines on the back side of the wall

panel(s).

Sidewall Measurement:

If a corner joint(s) will be installed, subtract

5/16” (8 mm) from the width of the wall panel

for each corner joint.

If a seam joint(s) will be installed, subtract 1/16”

(2 mm) from the width or height of the wall

panel for each seam joint.

Record the location of the handle, showerhead,

bath spout and other components.

Mark the cut lines on the back side of the wall

panel(s).

Optional for Installations With Ceiling Panels:

CAUTION: Risk of injury. Install the ceiling

panel and allow the adhesive to cure before

installing the wall panels.

If the ceiling will be covered with the panel

material, measure and cut the ceiling panel to

size.

NOTE: Polyurethane based adhesive is

recommended for the ceiling panel.

Construct bracing or use commercial bracing to

hold the ceiling material in place while it cures.

Apply construction adhesive to the ceiling

material as shown in step 15.

With a partner, carefully lift the ceiling panel

into place.

Brace the panel tight against the ceiling

and allow it to cure following the adhesive

instructions.

NOTE: In steam shower installations, a pitched

ceiling may result in condensation running

down the walls.

IMPORTANT! For seam joint installations,

the cut edge of the panel MUST be positioned

opposite the seam. The seam joint MUST mate

to an uncut, beveled wall panel edge.

Wide seam joints, corner joints, and edge trims

can mate to either cut or uncut panel edges.

See Edge Trim and Corner Joints.

If the wall panel has already been cut, use a

router and a 1/4” roundover bit to restore the

bevel on the panel edge before installing a

vertical or horizontal seam joint.

Position the back wall panel face down on

a stand or sawhorses that have a protective

material on them.

IMPORTANT! It is recommended the panel be

cut using a power saw and an abrasive wheel or

an abrasive masonry blade.

Cut the panel to the required dimensions. Use a

jigsaw with a grit blade for contour cuts.

Repeat with the side wall panels.

From the front side of the panel, use a hole saw

to cut the holes for valving and other shower

components.

Wall Panels with Optional Joints

NOTE: Install corner joints for aesthetic look when the wall is out-of-plumb

less than 3/8” (10 mm), or the panels are cut unevenly.

The existing rough walls must be within 3/8” (10 mm) of plumb. Shim as

needed.

Use color matched silicone sealant in the joints that match the color of the

walls as closely as possible.

Check all joints, walls, and accessories for proper color before beginning

installation.

Cover the shower base with a drop cloth or other protective material to

avoid damage.

Follow the construction adhesive and silicone sealant instructions for

application and curing time.

Inspect all components for damage after unpacking, prior to installation.

A router may be used to cut the walls. The router bit will dull quickly.

If the panels are being installed over existing tile, scuff the tile using 100 grit

sandpaper to provide a better surface for adhesive contact.

11236601-2-F

1236601-2-F

Installation and Care Instructions

Record model number from box for reference.

Model Number:______________

Required Tools Rough-in Plan

2 3 4

7 86 9

USA/Canada: 1-800-4KOHLER

México: 001-800-456-4537

kohler.com

IMPORTANT! Dust will be generated when cutting the wall panels.

Cutting the panels should be performed outside or in a well ventilated area.

IMPORTANT! For best results, cut the walls using a masonry blade and

circular saw blade. Do not use a blade with teeth.

IMPORTANT! If the wall panels have patterns, lay out the panels before

cutting and determine the desired layout.

IMPORTANT! Leave this manual for the end user.

Read these instructions before installing or using this product.

WARNING: Risk of serious injury. When cutting the wall panels, take

appropriate safety measures including the use of breathing protection.

CAUTION: Risk of serious injury. Always wear safety glasses while

cutting and drilling.

CAUTION: Risk of injury. If the ceiling will be covered with the wall

material, the ceiling must be installed prior to the wall panels. Allow

sufficient time for the ceiling installation to cure before installing the

wall panels or the ceiling can fall during installation, causing injury.

CAUTION: Risk of product damage. The wall panels should be room

temperature before cutting. Allow the temperature to stabilize if the

walls were outside in a cold climate.

CAUTION: Risk of product damage. Prolonged exposure to UV light

will damage the finish on the wall panels.

Summary of content (6 pages)

PAGE 1
Installation and Care Instructions Wall Panels with Optional Joints 1236601-2-F Required Tools Record model number from box for reference. Rough-in Plan Model Number:______________ Accessories Layout Record your layout in the area below. Note the location of backer material, seams, and accent walls. Left Sidewall Layout Available accessories are shown. Determine installation location prior to wall installation. Install backer board support as indicated.
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11 IMPORTANT! It is critical the walls and panels are clean for a strong bond to be created by the adhesive. Clean the back of the panels with denatured alcohol. On the edges of each panel, remove excess material and smooth any rough edges using a sanding block. When wall panels fit into the corner joints, sand the cut edges for a smooth fit. 12 Dry fit the corner and seam joints to the back wall panel if they are being installed. (See step 14 for correct orientation.
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Instructions d'installation et d'entretien Panneaux muraux avec joints optionnels 1236601-2-F Outils requis Noter le numéro de modèle sur le carton d'emballage à titre de référence. Plan de raccordement Nº du modèle:______________ Accessoires Disposition Noter la disposition dans la zone ci-dessous. Noter l'emplacement du matériau d'appui, des joints, et des murs d'accent. Disposition du mur latéral gauche Disposition du mur latéral droit Les accessoires disponibles sont illustrés.
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11 IMPORTANT! Il est de première importance que les murs et les panneaux soient propres afin de créer une bonne liaison avec l’adhésif. Nettoyer l’arrière des panneaux avec de l’alcool dénaturé. Sur les bords de chaque panneau, retirer le matériau excessif et lisser les bords rugueux à l’aide d’une cale à poncer. Lorsque les panneaux muraux s’adaptent dans les joints de coins, poncer les bords coupés pour les adapter de façon uniforme.
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Instrucciones de instalación y cuidado Paneles murales con juntas opcionales 1236601-2-F Herramientas requeridas Anote el número de modelo de la caja como referencia. Diagrama de instalación Número de modelo:______________ Accesorios Distribución Registre su distribución en la siguiente área. Anote el lugar del material de refuerzo, uniones y paneles de acento. Distribución del panel Distribución del pane mural lateral izquierdo mural lateral derecho Se muestran los accesorios disponibles.
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11 ¡IMPORTANTE! Es crítico que las paredes y los paneles estén limpios para que el adhesivo forme un fuerte enlace. Limpie la parte posterior de los paneles con alcohol desnaturalizado. En los bordes de cada panel, retire el exceso de material y alise los bordes ásperos con un bloque con papel de lija. Cuando los paneles murales se ajusten a juntas esquineras, lije los bordes cortados para que el ajuste sea fino.