Fypon BMRTS6X4X12S Installation Guide
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1. Beams r INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS i YPON Page 1 of 1 It s How You Finish You may wish to paint stain or faux finish your decorative millwork piece prior to installation This can speed up installation and reduce errors spilling onto ceiling or walls Materials needed e Ladder e Paint e Tape Measure e Circular or Hand Saw e Reciprocating Saw e 14 Drill Bit e Caulk Gun e Power Drill e Painters Caulk e Spade Bit e Pencil e 1 Trim Screws e Safety Glasses e Wood Blocks e Polyurethane Compatible Filler e Stud Detector e Sandpaper e Screwdriver e Paint Brush e Polyurethane Compatible Adhesive 1 Measure Ceiling for Placement A Measure the ceiling for placement of the beams and use the markings on the ceiling to draw a guide line for the center line of each beam 2 Beam Support A Cut wood blocks for beam supports to match inside width of beam and drill a hole into the center portion of each block with a 14 drill bit 3 Attach Block to Ceiling A Measure for placement of blocks on the ceiling Use a stud detector to ensure that there are no joists where the block and toggle bolts are to be mounted B Hold each block to the ceiling center it on the guide line and dimple for position of the toggle bolt Using a phillips head screw driver inserted into the 14 hole in the block to dimple the ceiling A s hole is needed for the toggle bolt C Insert toggle bolt into the block and attach block to the cei2. ling D Apply adhesive to block where beam will be attached 4 Attach Beams A Attach beams to blocks with 1 1 2 trim screws screwed into the sides General Installation Notes Any adhesives sealants fillers or paint used must be compatible with the material that is being installed see manufacturer s recommendations in the Finishing and Adhesives section below Always use corrosion resistant mechanical nails or screws along with manufacturer s recommended adhesive product when installing all Fypon products This combination provides a secure long lasting bond Countersink all fasteners about s and fill with product compatible filler Exterior installations should be finished using a manufacturer s recommended caulk to prevent water infiltration behind siding windows and doors Some exterior installations in particular new construction before siding is applied may require a J channel and or flashing to prevent water infiltration Installers must determine which installation technique is best for the specific situation Finishing and Adhesives Polyurethane PUR Fypon polyurethane products are factory primed Depending on product location always use interior exterior grade PUR compatible adhesives sealants and fillers when installing Fypon products Consult the manufacturer s recommendations for your particular climate and the substrate you are installing to Cellular PVC Depending on product location always use inte
3. rior exterior grade PVC compatible adhesives sealants and fillers when installing Fypon products Consult the manufacturer s recommendations for your particular climate and the substrate you are installing to If painting is desired a 100 acrylic latex paint with a Light Reflectance Value LRV of 55 or higher must be used Applying paint with an LRV of 54 or lower will void the warranty IMPORTANT Please read these installation guidelines thoroughly before beginning installation Please note that these guidelines are provided only to assist with the installation of Fypon moulding and millwork products Modified procedures may be required in order to meet specific situations unique applications and local building codes The manufacturer does not under any circumstances warrant the installation of its products Be sure to wear appropriate protective clothing gloves and safety glasses when working with any tools Installer should check for and relocate all electrical wiring within the proposed installation area as needed be sure to disconnect all electric power before working with any electrical wiring and follow all applicable local electrical codes and safety procedures Fypon Ltd 1750 Indian Wood Circle Maumee Ohio 43537 1 800 446 3040 www fypon com
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