Installation Guide

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Vertical Wainscot Style Wall Install Instructions
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8. Apply silicone adhesive to the back side of the plank in an “S” pattern. If you’re using a laminate plank with an
attached pad, apply the silicone directly to the pad on the back of the plank. (Figure 3)
9. Adhere the plank to the wall leaving a
3
/16" gap (A) from the corners of the wall and a 1" gap (B) at bottom. Drive
brad nails
1
/2" from the top and bottom of each plank to secure to wall. Place nails where the trim will cover.
10. Continue with the installation for each subsequent plank by first applying silicone adhesive to the back side of the
plank in an “S” pattern. Then angle the groove over the tongue of the previous plank and wiggle into place. Tighten
joints as needed with a tapping block or pull bar. Finally, drive brad nails
1
/2" from the top and bottom of each plank
to secure to wall. Place nails where the trim will cover. Be sure to drive the brad nails into a stud whenever possible.
(Figure 4)
11. Finish wainscot accent to ending wall. (Figure 5)
12. Install trim (chair rail) over the top edge. Install quarter round in the corners. Finish by installing the baseboard of
your choice. (Figure 6)
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Silicone in
“S” pattern
3/16"
Gap
3/16"
Gap
5
1" Gap
A
Level Line
3/16"
Gap
4
Base Detail
Trim (chair rail)
Wainscot Accent
Laminate
F l o o r
6
Quarter round