Swanstone SB-1248 - Installation - Manual (Page 7)

Swanstone panels can be installed over a variety of
products. If you intend to apply the panels to any
surface other than those described, consult with a
professional contractor. Use the following sections when
installing this product over:
 SHEETROCK/GREENBOARD/CEMENTBOARD/
WOOD
Sheetrock, Greenboard, Cementboard, or
Wood
 Surface must be dry, smooth, and free of any dust,
soap scum, or any other contaminants.
 To ensure proper adhesion of the Swanstone product,
the wall surface must be sealed with a water or
oil-based primer/sealer.
 After the primer/sealer is completely dry, complete the
installation following the instructions in this manual.
Followed carefully, these installation instructions will
result in an easy, trouble-free installation of your
Swanstone product. Any deviations, additions, and/or
deletions from the prescribed installation, without prior
written approval of our Customer Service Department,
will void the warranty covering this product. Not
following the directions could also result in personal
injuries, water damage, and other damage to floors,
pipes, walls, and other portions of your building or home.
Disclaimer
 The information contained in this Installation Manual
is given free of charge. It is based upon technical
data which we believe to be reliable and is intended
for use, by persons having knowledge of this
technical area, at their own discretion and risk.
Swanstone assumes no responsibility for results
obtained or damage incurred from the use of this
material either in whole or in part by the buyer.
 This manual will give you basic instructions for the
installation of the product in a step-by-step sequence
that will work in most types of installations. If you
have an installation application that is not covered in
this manual, please call your local Swanstone
distributor or contact the Swan Corporation directly
for additional information about your application.
 Follow all installation instructions. Failure to follow
these instructions could result in personal injuries,
water damage, or other damage to floors, pipes,
walls, or other portions of your building or home.
The illustrations in this section show new construction,
but the seat can be added to an existing shower
enclosure.
1. Add a 2 x 4 wall brace to attach the seat framing.
The height of the brace should be the same height
as the seat, which can vary according to personal
needs.
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Instructions for Covering Pre-Existing Installation Procedure
Wall Surfaces