Wall Panel Installation Guide
Installation Materials for Different Wall Types
Installation Steps
Installation Tips
Stucco Walls
Required Materials:
- Heavy-duty construction adhesiveClick here(such as Loctite PL Premium or a similar product)
- Screws (pre-drill with a slightly smaller bit first)
- Choose one of the following:
- 1/4" x 2-1/2" stucco anchorsClick here
- 3" deck screwsClick here(must penetrate through stucco and secure into inner sheathing)
Drywall
Required Materials:
- Heavy-duty construction adhesiveClick here(such as Loctite PL Premium or a similar product)
- Self-drilling drywall anchors and screw set Click here(recommended size: #8 x 1-1/4”)
Concrete / Brick Walls
Required Materials:
- Heavy-duty construction adhesiveClick here(such as Loctite PL Premium or a similar product)
- Pre-drill with a slightly smaller bit
- Flat-head concrete screw anchors Click here(recommended size: 3/16" x 1-3/4”)
Wood Panel / Plywood / OSB Walls
Required Materials:
- Heavy-duty construction adhesiveClick here(such as Loctite PL Premium or a similar product)
- Wood screwsClick here(#10 x 2-1/2”)
Metal Stud Walls
Required Materials:
- Flat-head self-tapping metal screwsClick here(recommended size: #8 x 1-1/2”)
Exterior Walls / Insulated Wall Systems
Required Materials:
- Heavy-duty construction adhesiveClick here(such as Loctite PL Premium or a similar product)
- Pre-drill with a slightly smaller bit
- Deck screwsClick here(length must penetrate insulation and anchor into inner structure)
Tile / Glass
Required Materials:
- Heavy-duty construction adhesiveClick here(e.g., Loctite PL Premium Max or equivalent)
Prepare Required Tools:
Electric drill, saw, level, measuring tape, marker, and touch-up paint matching the panel's main color.
Electric drill, saw, level, measuring tape, marker, and touch-up paint matching the panel's main color.
Determine Installation Sequence:
It is recommended to install panels “from bottom to top” and “from left to right.”
It is recommended to install panels “from bottom to top” and “from left to right.”
Apply Construction Adhesive:
Evenly apply adhesive to the back of the panel, with additional dots of adhesive around the edges for extra support.
Evenly apply adhesive to the back of the panel, with additional dots of adhesive around the edges for extra support.
Secure the Panel:
Precisely align the panel to the installation location.
Drive screws into the tongue (groove) section of the panel, ensuring screws are completely concealed by the next panel for a seamless finish.
Precisely align the panel to the installation location.
Drive screws into the tongue (groove) section of the panel, ensuring screws are completely concealed by the next panel for a seamless finish.
Final Touches:
After installation, use color-matched caulk or sealant to fill screw holes and joints.
Touch up any scratches with paint in the main color of the panel to enhance the appearance and improve water resistance.
After installation, use color-matched caulk or sealant to fill screw holes and joints.
Touch up any scratches with paint in the main color of the panel to enhance the appearance and improve water resistance.
Installation Tips
Cutting Tips:
After cutting panels, apply touch-up paint to the cut edges to maintain consistent overall color.
After cutting panels, apply touch-up paint to the cut edges to maintain consistent overall color.
Screw Placement:
If you must use screws on the panel’s front surface, place them in the main color area.
This way, only touch-up paint in the primary color is needed for repairs, with no need to prepare paint for minor accent colors.
If you must use screws on the panel’s front surface, place them in the main color area.
This way, only touch-up paint in the primary color is needed for repairs, with no need to prepare paint for minor accent colors.