Swanstone BK-326072 - Installation - Manual (Page 21)

4. Place silicone on the back side of the apron strips.
5. Attach the apron strips to the wall.
Temporary Bracing (if not using industrial
hot melt glue gun)
Install temporary bracing to hold the four panels in place
until the silicone is completely set (usually 24 hours).
This will allow proper curing of the silicone.
NOTE: An industrial application hot melt glue gun can
be used instead of the bracing described in this section.
This process is not recommended for the do-it-yourself
homeowner.
To ensure contact between the panels and walls until the
silicone sets, install temporary bracing for 24 hours after
completing installation. The bracing should be
constructed from lengths of 2 x 4’s. Failure to brace in the
manner described could keep the panels from adhering,
resulting in personal injury, as well as water damage or
other damage to floors, walls, or other portions of your
building or home.
To prevent scratches or other damage, make sure there
are no nails or other foreign objects in the surface of the
bracing that is placed against the panel.
If the horizontal braces are fastened to the vertical braces
using nails or screws, make sure the fasteners do not
penetrate the surface of the panel. Also, to prevent
possible damage to the walls, do not apply excessive
pressure to the braces.
1. Place three braces against the back wall.
BK-TB-001
IMPORTANT NOTICE
IMPORTANT NOTICE
BK-AS-004
BK-AS-003b
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