Installation Guide

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

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Installation Instructions Revised: 03/09/2011

Glue/Staple-Up Ceiling Tile Installation

Ceilume Signature Series Ceiling Tiles can be installed directly to at ceiling surfaces with

glue, staples, or a combination of both.

For glue-up installations use an appropriate berglass reinforced panel adhesive (FRP);

Liquid Nails FRP-310 and equivalent products are commonly available.

For staple-up installations use T-50 staples of the appropriate length for the surface.

Glue-Up or Staple-Up – Which is Better?

The answer to this question really depends upon the tools you have available, the condition of

the existing ceiling surface, and your personal preference.

Most customers prefer to use glue to attach their ceiling tiles. Adhesives like FRP are easy to

work with, allow you ample time to position ceiling tiles before drying completely, and are easy

to clean-up with water. All you need for a glue-up installation is a clean and sound installation

surface, adhesive, and a v-notch trowel.

Staple-up installations, using T-50 staples of an appropriate length to provide a rm hold, will

require a stapler - either hand or air powered. Staples may not be suitable for very hard

sub-surfaces (plaster, very old wood, etc.).

Pre-Test Is Best

Before you begin installing your new ceiling tiles it is always best to pre-test the materials

you will be using in order to identify which combination will produce the best results for your

particular situation.

Summary of content (7 pages)

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glue-up ceiling tile INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Glue/Staple-Up Ceiling Tile Installation Ceilume Signature Series Ceiling Tiles can be installed directly to flat ceiling surfaces with glue, staples, or a combination of both. For glue-up installations use an appropriate fiberglass reinforced panel adhesive (FRP); Liquid Nails FRP-310 and equivalent products are commonly available. For staple-up installations use T-50 staples of the appropriate length for the surface.
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glue-up ceiling tile INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Surface Type and Method of Installation Sheetrock, Plaster, and Cement Install ceiling tiles directly to sheetrock, plaster and cement ceiling surfaces using FRP adhesive. Paneling and Plywood Install ceiling tiles directly to paneling and plywood ceiling surfaces using FRP adhesive or T-50 staples. Wood Furring Strips Install ceiling tiles directly to wood furring strips (positioned 23 ¾ in.
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Preparation of Installation Surface The installation surface should be smooth, solid, clean, and dry. Taping and bedding, patching, or sanding may be necessary if your ceiling has excessive damage or gaps.
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glue-up ceiling tile INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS If there are no obstructing elements then simply place a chalk line in the center of the ceiling from one wall to its opposite, parallel wall. Then find the wall perpendicular to the first wall and place a chalk line in the center of that wall to its opposite, parallel wall. Place your first ceiling tile in the corner created by your two chalk lines. Then continue installing your tiles from the center to the outer edges of your ceiling.
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Repeat the installation process with the remaining ceiling tiles until all of the central (full-size) tiles have been installed, then proceed to the next section. Border Ceiling Tiles Border tiles need to be used around the edge of the ceiling when it is too small to accommodate full-size tiles. These border ceiling tiles have been designed with a minimum relief pattern that lends itself to cutting and trimming.
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glue-up ceiling tile INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS on the decorative strip comes into contact with dust, oil, or grease of any kind it will not adhere properly. Dry-fit all decorative strips before installation, and, if necessary, trim them to the proper length. To dry-fit, simply place the dot end of the strip directly over the intersection of four ceiling tiles and the length of the strip over the joint of two neighboring tiles. If the strip is too long, simply cut it to size.
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Painting All Ceilume products can be painted before or after installation. Be sure ceiling tiles are clean and dry and experiment on a sample ceiling tile with your paint of choice before painting the ceiling in its entirety. Do not use solvent type thinner or cleaners. Important Note: Painting voids the Class A Fire Rating. Cleaning Ceilume Ceiling Tiles require no special cleaning agents – just wipe with a soft, damp rag.