Installation & Assembly

Filler Boards
If an existing wall covering (i.e. tile) does not extend to a height
equal to the height of the panel, it will be necessary to install
a filler board to that height. The filler board must equal the
thickness of the existing wall covering (tile). Usually 1/4 inch
masonite, or similar material, is adequate. If desired, the filler
board can extend from the top edge of the tile to the ceiling.
If installing an optional wall panel extension kit above the wall
panel kit, the filler board must extend from the top of the existing
wall covering (tile) to 24 inches above the top edge of the installed
tub wall kit panels, or to the ceiling if less than 24 inches.
Failure to use a filler board to properly install the panels could
result in water damage or other damage to floors, walls, or
other portions of your building or home.
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New Construction Wallboard Installation
Note: If the Veritek wall panel kit is to be installed over an
existing wall surface, proceed to the next section.
1. Measure and cut out openings for the faucet(s), bathtub
spout, and/or shower head. Install 1/2 inch moisture resistant
cement board or greenboard over back (1), front (2), and rear
(3) wall surfaces of the rough opening.
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To prevent possible water (wicking affect) damage to the wall,
install the wall board with a 1/2 inch gap above the bathtub or
shower floor side lip, the front edge of the bathtub or shower
floor, and the room floor.
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1/2"
1/2"
2. Apply a coat of water or oil-based primer/sealer to all
the surfaces of the cement board or greenboard (follow
the manufacturer’s instructions). Allow the primer to dry
thoroughly before applying any silicone adhesive.
Veritek Wall Kits Installation
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Before beginning, refer to the General Information section for
important information on how to prepare the existing bathtub
or shower walls for installation.
Some Veritek wall kits have a smooth finish while others
feature faux grout lines to give the appearance of tile. This
manual shows illustrations of wall kits with the tile appearance.
The installation process is the same for smooth finish wall kits.
Swan Corporation Veritek wall kits feature several distinct
designs, depending on kit style and the size of the bathtub or
shower enclosure.
The wall kits are divided into different styles: those with
separate corner panels, those with corner side panels, and
wall extension kits. The different installation procedures are
covered in the following sections. Refer to the Installation
section that matches the Swan Corporation product being
installed.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Before starting the installation, refer to the General Information
section to verify the contents of the carton are correct. Also,
read, understand, and follow any NOTES listed for your model
wall kit.
DO NOT nail wall panels to sub walls. This will damage the
wall panels, could result in water damage or other damage to
floors, walls, or other portions of your building or home, and
will void the warranty.
Wall panels with a bullnose (curved) edge should be installed
with the bullnose edge toward the front edge of the bathtub or
shower.
For a professional looking installation, align the top edges of
the adjacent panels and line up any faux grout lines. If the
bathtub or shower floor has settled or is out of plumb, it may
be necessary to file or sand the bottom edge of the panels to
achieve a good fit across the top. Trial fit all panels before
final installation.
Gaps between the bathtub or shower floor ledge and the
bottom edge of the wall panels will be caulked after the
temporary bracing is removed.
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Installation Procedure