Swanstone STMK96-(xxxx) - Installation - Manual (Page 12)

This process is not recommended for the do-it-yourself
homeowner.
Using hot melt glue in place of bracing requires application
by a qualified installer. This temporary bonding method
must hold the panel to the wall during the 24 hour curing
time of the silicone adhesive. The hot melt glue by itself is
not sufficient to bond the panel to the wall. Therefore,
improper or inadequate application of the hot melt glue may
result in insufficient bonding of the panel to the wall. Due
to the weight of the panel, failure to follow this
recommendation may allow it to detach itself from the wall,
causing possible injury to someone in or around the
shower enclosure.
Improper installation methods may also result in water
damage or other damage to floors, walls, or other portions
of your building or home.
Do not use a home applicator, craft-type hot melt glue gun.
Using this type of glue gun will NOT hold the panels in place
long enough for the silicone to bond properly to the wall.
3. Install back panel (1) first. Then, install left-hand panel
(2). Finally, install right-hand panel (3).
4. Firmly press the surface of each panel against the wall. It
is important to apply hand pressure to the entire surface of
the panel to bond it to the wall surface.
Apron Strips (optional)
If the wall and wall panel extends beyond the shower base,
adding apron strips will provide a finished look to your
installation.
The two small apron strips can be cut from scraps of a panel.
When cutting these apron strips, make sure the finished edge
of the panel is facing outward.
1. Measure the distance from the top of the shower base to
the outside of the panel. Cut two pieces of the Swanstone
material to fit in this area.
Note: This illustration shows the recommended 1/2” gap
between the wallboard edge and the front of the shower
floor (helps prevent water damage due to wicking
effect).
2. Hold the apron strips in place and scribe the angle of the
shower base onto each piece. Remember, do not cut the
finished edge.
3. Place silicone on the back side of the apron strips.
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Installation Procedure