Walk-in Wall Surround Installation INSTALLATION INSTALL MANUAL & MAINTENANCE GUIDE 1 Oakwood Blvd STE200 Hollywood, FL 33020 • 305-330-1146
Walk-in Wall Surround Installation INSTALLATION 1 Oakwood Blvd STE200 Hollywood, FL 33020 • 305-330-1146
Walk-in Wall Surround Installation INSTALLATION BEFORE BEGINING WORK ON THE SURROUND INSTALLATION FINISH ALL WORK ON THE WALK-IN BATHTUB INSTALLATION. Before work can begin on the SURROUND system please wrap up installation of the walk-in bathtub unit. The sizing, position and installation of the wall surround system is determined by the walk-in bathtub. Please make sure to complete installation of all walk-in related plumbing, wiring and components before starting work on the wall surround system.
Walk-in Wall Surround Installation INSTALLATION Contents of the SURROUND SYSTEM* TWO (2) 60” by 60” SURROUND SHEETS with a bullnose bend along all four sides. • TWO (2) 8” by 60” each CORNER CADDIES to cover where the Wall Surround Sheets meet. Each caddy features TWO (2) shelfed decks for shampoo, soap and other bath product storage. • FOUR (4) FLAT ADHESIVE ROLLS 4-3/8” 3/8” 1-1/8” 60” 7.5” 5.
Walk-in Wall Surround Installation INSTALLATION STARTING POINT Measure the available space. The SURROUND Unit comes as two (2) 60” by 60” finished sheets ( or 3 sheets for tubs 32” or wider). Take measurements of the back wall and both left and right flanking walls. As the SURROUND Unit is crafted as a one size fits all unit it will up to your installed to measure and cut the SURROUND Panels to size. Note: Before starting it is crucial first clean and dry the existing tiled wall.
Walk-in Wall Surround Installation INSTALLATION TRIMMING THE BULLNOSE BEND The SURROUND Panels will ship with an approximate 1” lip (also known as a bullnose bend) all around the edge. It will be up to the installer’s discretion to come up with the perfect length needed for the project. Mark the sheet with a cut line and proceed cut along said line. The usual tool for this particular job would be a jigsaw. If using a jigsaw a carbide edged blade would be our recommendation.
Walk-in Wall Surround Installation INSTALLATION THE BACK WALL SHEET Fitting & Tile Flange Accommodating Fit the back wall SURROUND Sheet against the back wall to ensure full coverage is provide and that all edges line up. In the case that the bathtub’s tile flange is exposed it will then be necessary to carve a notch along the bottom of the SURROUND unit to accommodate for the tile flange’s thickness.
Walk-in Wall Surround Installation INSTALLATION THE SIDE, FLANCKING SHEET TRIM THE LIP AGAIN. Just as with the back wall SURROUND Panel trim the 1” bend down to the desired length. Note: Many customers will choose to leave a longer lip along the outer edges. This extra lip will wrap around the wall’s corner edge and act as a finishing mold covering up the pre-existing tile. How far the lip wraps around the outer edge is up to the installer’s discretion.
Walk-in Wall Surround Installation INSTALLATION SIDE / FLANKING WALL SHEETS Fitting & Tile Flange Accommodating Fit the newly created side wall panel against the flanking wall to ensure full coverage is provided and all edges line up as desired. In the case that the bathtub’s tile flange is exposed it will be necessary to carve a nook along the bottom of the side piece to accommodate for the tile flange’s thickness.
Walk-in Wall Surround Installation INSTALLATION SIDE / FLANKING WALL SHEETS Repeat Steps 4 through 5 for the other side panel piece. Note: At this point, there should be 3 pieces if this was done for a standard alcove style installation. 1x Back Wall Panel 2x Side Wall Panels (1x for the right hand wall, 1x for the left hand wall) The following steps should be first applied to the back wall piece then proceed to the other two side walls.
Walk-in Wall Surround Installation INSTALLATION APPLYING THE ADHESIVE TAPE AND SILICONE Lay down the piece on a flat surface. Note: Make sure to place a large cloth or piece of cardboard between the panel piece and the surface to prevent scrapes and scratches. Place the panel piece on the surface (facing downward) and begin laying down the adhesive tape. Lay down 3-4 evenly spaced strips along the full height of the panel. Peel off the protective lining from the adhesive tape.
Walk-in Wall Surround Installation INSTALLATION PLACE AGAINST WALL AND APPLY CAULKING Once the silicon has been applied it is time to apply the back wall SURROUND panel to the wall. Before you do please ensure once again that the wall’s surface is clean, dry and free of any soap, oil or greasy residue. When the panel is applied to the wall make sure the edges line up. Also push on the panel to ensure the adhesive tape fully adheres to the wall surface.
Walk-in Wall Surround Installation INSTALLATION CORNER CADDIES Before starting work with the corner units please make sure the silicon, adhesive and caulking used on the back wall and both flanking walls have been allowed enough time to properly cure. Additionally please make sure the tub deck area and corners where each wall panel meets is clear of any debris and dirt. If cleaning is necessary make sure the area is thoroughly dried off before continuing.
Walk-in Wall Surround Installation INSTALLATION APPLY CAULKING TO CORNER CADDIES Run Caulking Along the indicated Edges. G KIN UL CA Finally, apply a bead of caulking along the edges of the corner caddies. Please allow 24 hours to pass to ensure the adhesive tape and silicone fully cures before utilizing the bathtub or shower.
Walk-in Wall Surround Installation INSTALLATION CARE & MAINTENANCE Maintenance is not labor intensive, though it is extremely important and must be carried out ideally once a week using a soft cloth and liquid soap. Avoid using any chemicals and abrasive materials. If heavier chemicals are required do not let it sit too long on the surface and thoroughly rinse away.
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