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Before fitting wall cladding ensure the wall substrate is dry and free from any dirt, dust and grease. Walls should be flat and even so flatten high spots and fill in low spots.

Remove wallpaper, soluble or loose paint and other foreign matter so you can achieve a good adhesive bond.

Level uneven surfaces with plaster or concrete compounds. Use adhesive, however be advised adhesive cannot be expected to adhere 100%.

Be sure concrete walls are well cured and completely dry. If concrete or brick walls are below grade or where moisture can penetrate and interfere with a good adhesive bond, use furring strips and install with mechanical fasteners.

All loose paint must be removed before applying the adhesive. Adhesive will bond only to the paint, so make sure that paint is well adhered to wall.

It may be necessary to use fasteners as well as adhesive to provide adequate bond strength.

PVC Wall Panelling Installation over uneven surfaces will result in less than 100% adhesion to the wall substrate, therefore creating the potential for air pockets to form behind the panels.

This will not compromise the Sani Clad wall panelling as long as the recommended spacing and sealing procedures have been followed.

Follow guidelines for expansion/contraction allowance carefully also making sure adhesive is recommended for use under these conditions. Carefully follow adhesive manufacturers Installation recommendations.

Follow all the adhesive manufacturer’s recommendations for appropriate height of adhesive bead left by trowel as the biggest problem encountered with adhesives installations is too much or too little adhesive. Make sure adhesive extends to all edges of the panel so the maximum bonding surface area is achieved.

Always start installation at a corner with the bottom profile: J-Connector or Floor Wall Cover. The first panel should be laid and set precisely along a vertical line so draw a vertical line. Where several panels are used on a high wall, both vertical and horizontal lines should be used therefore assuring alignment.

Install one-piece corner profile then apply silicone sealant in profile. Slide panel into profile and then withdraw 3mm. This will provide the appropriate gap as recommended. Align with plumb line. If installing with adhesive, begin in top corner nearest profile and with laminate roller begin rolling down and out towards the edge without the profile.Working your way across the panel, continue rolling down and out, away from the previously installed pvc wall cladding or initial profile therefore removing all trapped air.

Install fastener as each panel is being put into place and before right hand profile is put on. This will help work out any air pockets and consequently help install a flat installation.