TopTile 77792 Installation Guide
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1. You may also use construction adhesive on a smooth flat existing stable wall Liquid Nails brand construction adhesive is a good option We recommend the LN 606 Paneling amp Molding Adhesive or the LN 903 Heavy Duty Adhesive Follow the directions on the adhesive container You may need to insert a few nails halfway through on the top and bottom until the adhesive dries Then remove the nails and cover the holes with molding on the top and bottom cove base on the bottom and cap on the top Use wood molding and stain or paint to match the color background of the plank for cap base and corners MAINTENANCE Clean the surface with a slightly damp cloth or sponge TOPTILE Woodgrain Ceiling amp Wall Planks have a clear protective finish and require no polish or wax For hard to remove stains that do not react to a damp cloth use a solution of water with a small amount of mild detergent Afterwards use a damp cloth only for a second cleaning 2014 Halstead C amp W Corp 29 Oakwood Ave Norwalk CT 06850 info halsteadcw com January 9 20142. edge measurement will vary depending on your room layout close to wall Allow 1 4 Expansion Nail cut edge t cover with crown molding Starting Wall For furring strip installation affix the strips across the joists every 24 on center with screws or nails at least 1 long so that they will go into the joist with a minimum depth of 1 4 Use shims if necessary to achieve a uniform flat and level ceiling or wall An expansion joint of about 1 4 should be allowed between the ceiling and the wall so that walls that are not perfectly flat 180 can be accommodated by adjusting the planks at the time of installation Crown molding will cover the end joints Take chalk line and extend from one side wall to the other and snap a straight line Cut the first plank to the required width starting at the left side of the room Place the plank with the grooved side out and the tongue cut edge facing the wall and allow for the expansion joint of 1 4 Slide the clips into the groove and screw the flange to the underside of each joist or furring strip Always nail the cut edge to the joist or furring strip close to the wall so that it will be covered by molding After the first plank is installed continue down the row with the same system The additional rows will be installed with the same clip system and the short ends need to be cut to accommodate the last planks in the row Remember to all
3. HALSTEAD C amp W Instructions TOPTILE WOODGRAIN CEILING amp WALL PLANKS Installation amp Maintenance Instructions TOPTILE Woodgrain Ceiling amp Wall Planks are easily installed on level joists sheet rock flat plaster smooth ceilings and walls or on furring strips Furring strips will provide a level installation although it may be necessary to use shims for irregular areas We highly recommend direct joists or furring strips as the most stable foundation for the best installation However long coarse threaded screws may provide a good installation for direct installation over existing strong amp flat ceilings REQUIRED POWER TOOLS include Circular saw jig saw or a fine tooth blade hand saw Other commonly used tools might include a power drill hammer screwdriver tape measure level chalkline T square and stud locater There are attachment clips and suggested flat head screws included in a package in each carton but the screws included in the cartons should only be used for wood furring strip installations or when attaching clips through 1 2 or 5 8 drywall into wood studs If wall studs are metal please use self drilling flathead metal screws not included IMPORTANT Three 3 clips per long side of each plank equidistantly spaced are required for optimal installation LAYOUT OF THE ROOM The first row of planks is the most important as such care should be exercised to achieve a balanced appea
4. ow for the expansion joints of 1 4 at the ends WAINSCOTTING AND WALL APPLICATIONS TOPTILE Woodgrain Ceiling amp Wall Planks are designed for walls and ceilings However this product should not be used in showers or tub enclosures or other damp areas as extensive exposure to moisture may cause swelling of the planks The same tools used for ceiling applications can be used for wall applications The same measurement and starting system should be used for wall applications as used for ceiling applications However you will need to leave a 1 expansion joint on the bottom of the plank in case of excess exposure to damp floors The expansion joints should be covered with cove base Furring Furring 6 114 Drywall Screws Stri ps Strips a Bakia For uneven walls use furring strips and shims if necessary to provide a flat application If the existing walls are flat and smooth furring strips may not be necessary The planks can be installed with the clip system provided that you use screws that are appropriate for a permanent and stable installation Use Dot Method or S Method If using the S method use aminimum Press side with Liquid Nails brand construction adhesive against the wall
5. rance upon completion of the installation Measure the room to be covered perpendicular to the intended direction of the planks The room measurement has to be divided by 5 width of the plank Be sure that the main eye focal point of the room starts with a full plank AR Example 9 high wall 9 x12 108 108 5 width of planks 21 6 You will need 21 planks 21 planks x 5 105 108 105 3 Last row will be a 3 strip This sample multiplier should be used for ceiling wall and wainscoting applications Find the eye focal point of the room and use the math multiplier shown in the above example You may wish to stagger the 48 standard lengths to achieve a random appearance to your ceiling in which case the second and alternating rows of planks should be started with a cut plank The cut planks should be adjusted so that there are no planks that are too short at either end Be sure to measure the length of the room even if you do not wish to have a staggered appearance i e so that there are no short planks at the end of the rows BEFORE INSTALLATION ACCLIMATE THE LI WOODGRAIN CEILING amp WALL PLANKS E FOR 36 HOURS AT NORMAL ROOM __ TEMPERATURE Acceptable Temperature Range 59 F to 85 F contact If you have any question
6. s ry electrical units please contact For ceiling applications run the planks opposite to the joists or the furring strips Plan for the electrical outlets and lighting fixtures Mark the planks to be cut out and use a jig saw to make the cuts Make sure there is ample space between the electrical items and the planks so that they do not touch make on the manufacturer of the units or an electrician Wall Stud or Ceiling Joist Furring Strip Minimum Screw Plank Holding Depth 1 4 Clip Direct Stud or Joist Installation Furring Strip Installation It is very important that the proper length of screw be used for attaching holding clips to furring strips directly into studs or joists or through drywall and into studs The provided screws will work for all the above installations Bawa except when the studs are metal Please Plank Holding check the length of the screws included Clip in the package to determine the Drywall Installation appropriate length required that provides at least a penetration into the joists of a minimum of 1 4 Longer coarse thread screws may have to be purchased separately from your local hardware store if there is a need for extra length Wall Stud or Ceiling Joist Ls Minimum Screw Depth 1 4 NOTE Insert the screws straight so the head will not interfere with insertion of subsequent planks The tongue of the clip should fit snugly inside the grooved
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