Gladiator GAWP082PBY GearWall Panels 8' (2-Pack) - Manual (Page 2)

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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Tools and Parts
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read
and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here.
Tools Needed:
Additional Tools Needed for Masonry Block/Poured Concrete
Wall Installation:
NOTE: Additional tools may be needed. Please read and follow user
instructions for the tools listed here.
Parts Supplied:
Parts Needed:
Additional Parts Needed for Masonry Block/Poured Concrete
Wall Installation:
NOTE: GearWall ® panels can be cut and drilled with ordinary
woodworking equipment.
Panel Use Requirements
■ Intended for use in a garage or basement.
■ Maximum weight limit is 50 lbs per sq ft (2.39 kPa).
NOTE: Before installing GearWall ® Panels to basement walls, you
must waterproof the basement to avoid mildew and foundation
damage. Walls that appear dry may actually become damp when
enclosed by paneling. Install the panels in accordance with all local
codes and ordinances.
Screw Requirements
Screws must be placed in every slot at every wooden stud location.
For bare wooden studs: Use #8 – 1
¹⁄₄" exterior deck screw (flat-head
type) treated for outdoor use only for locations where a firewall is not
required by local codes and ordinances.
For covered walls: Use #8 exterior deck screw (flat-head type)
treated for outdoor use. Determine the screw length needed from the
chart as indicated.
IMPORTANT: Compare screw length to electrical wire locations. Be
sure the screw will not pierce electrical wiring.
Panel Location Requirements
You can cover a full wall or part of a wall with the panels. If the wall is
wider than the 4 ft (1.22 m) panel, you will need to stagger the vertical
panel joints in each row with the seams at the wooden studs, as
shown.
■ Level
■ Tape measure
■ Chalk line
■ Line level
■ Cordless drill
■ Stud finder
■ AC finder
■ Square
■ Pencil
■ Circular saw
■ Jigsaw
■ Chalk line with plumb bob
■ Hammer drill
■ Caulk gun
■ GearWall l® panels (2)
■ Screws (galvanized or all weather) ■ GearWall ® Trim (optional)
■ 2" x 4" Wooden studs
■
¹⁄₄" x 2³⁄₄" Masonry screws
■ Construction adhesive
■
³⁄₁₆" x 5" Masonry
drill bit
Screw Length for Wall Type
Screw
length*
Masonry
Wall
Bare
Wood
Studs
Drywall over Wood Studs
¹⁄₂"
(1.27 cm)
⁵⁄₈"
(1.6 cm)
³⁄₄"
(1.9 cm)
#8 X 1 ¹⁄₄"
#8 X 2"
*Screw thread engagement into the wooden stud should be 1"
(2.54 cm) minimum.
A. Drywall
B. Wooden stud
C. Flat-head screw in every slot at
every stud
D. 1" (2.54 cm) min. to 1 ¹⁄₄" (3.17 cm) max.
if near wiring
E. ¹⁄₄" (0.63 cm)
A
B
C
D
E