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Wall panel fitting guide

Easy to use, tough laminated surfaces Start in a corner & finish over the doorway Glue edge & fix into corner profile Use correct plugs for concrete, brick or plaster
In shower area, apply sealant before fixing panels Slide panels into place Cut last panel to size, glue, fit into profile & swing into place Mark position of final piece symmetrically over doorway

Shower Panels

Wall Panels
  1. Shower panels are fitted using the special panel adhesive in conjunction with internal corner profiles. First check that the walls are clean and true to ensure a good bond. The Clean sawn edges of the panels will fit into the corner profile leaving the finished edges exposed.
  2. The first Panel to be fitted is the one that will have the shower controls on. With the Shower Tray already in place cut this panel to the correct height remembering to allow a 3mm gap to seal the panel to the Shower Tray later. Cut to width from the clean sawn edge. Mark out and cut any holes necessary for the connection of the pipe work/electrics.
  3. Before bonding the panel in place cut the Internal corner profile to the same height as the panel and use silicone sealant to stick it to the cut edge of the panel. Offer up the panel complete with corner profile and ensure that the corner profile is plumb making any necessary adjustments before the silicone cures. Bond this panel into position using the special panel adhesive.
  4. Cut the next panel to height and then width using the same method. Before bonding the panel into place apply a bead of silicone sealant into the corner profile, insert the sawn edge into the profile and swing into position. Clean off any excess sealant once fitted.

  5. Fit the Shower enclosure then seal around all edges. Allow 24 hours for sealant to cure before connecting the Shower unit.

CUTTING TIPS

Cut the panels face side down when using a jigsaw or electric saw and face up when using a hand saw.

Applying masking tape on the surface where the panel is to be cut will reduce chipping.
  1. Wall panels are generally fixed with no. 6 countersunk screws through the back shoulder of the grooved side of the panel. The tongue of the next panel to be fitted covers the screw heads and when butted together and sealed with colour matched sealant the join is waterproof and virtually invisible.
  2. The walls must be square, dry and clean before panelling commences. Block, Brick or Rendered walls should be fitted with 50 x 25mm treated softwood battens at no more than 600mm Horizontal centres and packed where necessary so that they align. Panels can usually be fitted directly to Dry Lined walls providing suitable plugs are used.
  3. Start by fixing an Internal Corner Profile in the corner furthest from the door then fit the first panel tongued edge first into the profile, check that it is plumb then screw the grooved edge to the wall / battens. Remove the film protection and check for any surface defects or blemishes before fitting the next panel.
  4. Apply a bead of colour matched sealant to the tongue of the next panel, insert into the groove of the previous panel and fix using the same method. Any excess sealant may be removed with a damp cloth. Always remove the film protection and check for defects before fitting the next panel. Continue fitting the panels in both directions.
  5. When the next corner is reached cut the panel to fit, stick the corner profile to the cut edge and swing into position. Fix the corner profile onto the next wall and continue as before.
  6. Aim to finish centrally over the door. Remove the groove from the final panel and the panel that it will butt against leaving clean sawn edges. Swing these last panels into position and bond to the wall or battens using panel adhesive. Surface fixings may be permissible if the Door Architrave will later cover them.

The film protection should be removed after fitting each panel, and the panel inspected before continuing. Defective panels will be replaced, however no claims will be entertained for the fitting of subsequent panels if this procedure is not carried out. This guide is given in good faith but neither the Manufacturer nor supplier can accept any responsibility for the finished results.

Wall Panel Colours :: Aquamura Brochure (PDF)

 

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