IMPORTANT

The following installation instructions must be followed for warranty purposes and for optimal performance. Modern Koncrete Designs does not install panels or have control over the installation of the panels;therefore, these Installation Instructions are to be used as guidelines. It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure all products are installed in accordance with these Modern Koncrete Designs Installation Instructions. Modern Koncrete Designs assumes no liability for improper installation or personal injury resulting from proper or improper use or installation.

SAFETY FIRST

The operator of any power tools or other tools should be skilled and familiar with the correct use of each tool. Proper safety gear must be worn at all times.

BUILDING CODE

Follow local Building Codes when applying Modern Koncrete Designs. It is the responsibility of the installer to ensure that applicable building codes are met or exceeded.

PRODUCT COLORING:

Modern Koncrete Designs is a natural concrete product, and some color variation is inevitable (and usually desirable). Please ensure, wherever possible, that the production dates on all products being installed side-by-side are the same or compatible. This will help ensure consistent coloring. Most of the time product from different dates will match up, but the installer should check this before installing. Also, there is the possibility for a panel to be slightly off colored in a batch. Again, the installer should check all panels match before installing. Design Specialties does not guarantee color consistency.

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Panel Installation

1. MEASURE and MARK: Before starting, the wall should first be measured, and panels laid out. A level or tape measure should be used to ensure each row is level. For exterior applications, the panels should be 1-2” off the ground to prevent water saturation.Using a measuring tape, mark the backside with a pencil or marker, and then use a straight edge to mark a cutting line.

2. CUT: The panels are easiest cut from with backside (flat) down.Use a wet miter hand saw. For cutting panels lengthwise, use a wet miter hand saw. To cut outlet and fixture holes, use a rotozip with mason bit. The final (top) piece will need to be cut to the necessary height, so the panel fits flush with the ceiling or top of thewall.

3. FASTEN: For the best look, ensure the bulge/ridge line is at the bottom.

INTERIOR: Installing over existing concrete, brick, or cinderblock, plywood, or drywall. Simply fasten product using recommended (TiteGrab, Gorilla glue adhesives, elastomeric, non-expanding foam adhesive, or a polymer fortified thin-set mortar like Laticrete Platinum). Adhesive should be applied around the perimeter of the panel approximately 1 inch in from the edge, and then applied in a serpentine pattern.

1. To hold the panels in place while the adhesive sets, 18 gauge 1 ¼” brad nails can be put into the face of the panel. This will leave small pits that are typical in natural concrete work. Fill pits with a color-matched grout and immediately wipe excess grout completely from the face of thepanel.

EXTERIOR:

1. If installing onto exterior concrete, brick, or cinderblock, or any substrate can be glued onto, simply follow the INTERIOR instructionsabove.

((If installing onto an exterior wood wall or drywall, the wall must first be sealed. There are many methods for this and will depend on the local climate and building code))

1. If further sealing is required, the Stone Finish caulking, or another exterior grout, or exterior sealant can be used in the joints betweenpanels.

4. GROUTING (OPTIONAL): If no visible gaps or seams are the goal, a color-matched caulking can be used. Simply apply a thin bead along the top of the plank prior to installing the plank above it, and immediately wipe the face clean of anygrout.

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Outside Corners

MITER (left drawing) - the panels can be mitered to create a more finished/continuous look. Cut the panel at a 45- degree angle, then use the same piece to continue the return. If there is a gap, tighten screws or nails and fill unwanted gaps with a color-matched grout and immediately wipe excess grout from the face of the panel.

BUTT CORNER (middle & right drawing) - the panels can simply be butt together to create a finished corner. The butt corners can be alternated so that you see the butt edge on every second row.

Fill any unwanted gaps with a color-matched grout and immediately wipe excess grout from the face of the panel.

Inside Corners

MITER (left drawing) - Cut the panel at a 45-degree angle, then use the same piece to continue the return. If there is a gap, tighten screws or nails and fill unwanted gaps with a color-matched grout and immediately wipe excess grout from the face of the panel.

BUTT CORNER (right drawing). Butt two panels together at the inside corner. Fill unwanted gaps with a color- matched grout and immediately wipe excess grout from the face of the panel.

ELECTRICAL SWITCHES & PLUGS: Make markings on the backside of the panel, then use a hole-saw or high-speed drill to cut the opening. A tile saw, miter saw, or circular saw can also be used. Cutting from the backside is very important to help prevent cutting beyond your desired shape.

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