Installation Guide

Installation Steps:
You Will Need: FP Ultra Lite Panels, J-Channel
(optional), rigid foam adhesive, shovel, wire brush, rasp
or file, caulking gun, tin snips, rule, hammer, utility knife.
1) Dig around the foundation to the desired depth
(usually about 1 foot)
Place the removed dirt on sheets of plastic, replacing it
will be much easier and the lawn will not be harmed.
Check with local Utility Companies before you dig!
2) Attach (optional) J-Channel tightly to the bottom
of the siding and around the windows.
J-Channel is optional. On most houses the siding
extends far enough from the side of the house to
properly seat the panels.
3) Wire brush the foundation to make sure it is
clean and that any loose particles are removed.
4) Panels can be cut from the back (foam) side using
a utility knife and straight edge.
5) After cutting, snap the panel by applying
pressure from the coated side of the panel
(similar to snapping drywall)
6) Corner pieces are made by rasping panel edges
with a coarse rasp or file. With the coated surface
facing down on a firm surface, file the foam to form
an angled corner piece.
7) Apply rigid foam construction adhesive such as
PL 300 and/or Enerfoam liberally to the back of
panel. Run the glue vertically (for drainage) about
every 6 inches. Press the panels firmly against the
foundation & replace the dirt to help hold them in
place while the adhesive sets.
8) If you're not using J-Channel it may help to apply
pressure on the panel with a heavy object (wood,
cinder block) until the adhesive sets. Fasteners such
as Styro Tapits or Tapcon Screws can also be used
below and/or above grade in conjunction with the
adhesive.
9) Seams and corners can be caulked with any
matching or clear colored caulk. Matching Stone
aggregate can be hand seeded into caulked areas if
desired.
10) For installation over a paved surface allow a
gap of 1” between the bottom of the panel and the
pavement to allow for expansion.
Imperfect edges are
easily hidden under
grade or by the sid-
ing or J-channel. For
perfect edges use a
circular saw with a
masonry blade.