Gladiator GAWT08BTTM GearWall Panel Base Board (4 pack) User Manual download pdf

BASE TRIM INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Tools and Parts

Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read

and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here.

Tools and Parts Needed:

Additional Tools and Parts Needed for Masonry Block/Poured

Concrete Wall Installation:

NOTE: Gladiator

Base Trim can be cut and drilled with ordinary

woodworking equipment.

Base Trim Requirements

■ Gladiator

Base Trim can be mounted directly to masonry wall,

over drywall to wooden studs, or to bare wooden studs.

■ Intended for use in a garage or basement.

NOTE: Before installing GearWall

Panels to basement walls, you

must waterproof the basement to prevent 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

IMPORTANT: Use correct screw length for your wall type. See chart

following.

IMPORTANT: Compare screw length to electrical wire locations. Be

sure the screw will not pierce electrical wiring.

Install the Base Trim

To achieve a more finished appearance at the seams and corners,

cut the ends of each piece of base trim at a 45° angle to create a

miter joint.

Masonry Block/Poured Concrete Wall

1. Use a level to position the Base Trim at the desired height on the

wall.

2. Drill a hole through the Base Trim and into the wall surface.

3. Attach the Base Trim to the wall by placing

³⁄₁₆" x 1³⁄₄" Flat-head

masonry screws every 48" (121.92 cm).

NOTE: For extra hold, you may apply construction adhesive to

the Base Trim before attaching it to the wall.

4. Repeat this process for the next section of base trim.

Drywall over Wooden Studs or Bare Wooden Studs

1. Locate all wooden studs and electrical wiring. Mark the wall(s).

IMPORTANT: Compare screw length to electrical wire locations.

Be sure the screw will not pierce electrical wiring.

2. Base Trim should be mounted to the wall so that it begins and

ends at wooden studs. Measure from the edge of the stud at the

beginning of the desired coverage area to the center of the last

wooden stud that is within 4 ft (1.22 m).

3. If necessary, cut the first section to this length.

4. Check that the Base Trim is level. Then place a screw every 48"

(121.92 cm).

NOTE: Drive the screws through the base trim until the heads are

flush. If splitting occurs, predrill and countersink the screw holes

near section ends.

5. Repeat this process for the next section of base trim.

Warranty

In U.S.A. visit our website at www.GladiatorGW.com or call

1-866-342-4089.

In Canada visit our website at www.gladiatorgarageworks.ca or

call 1-800-807-6777.

■ Level

■ Tape measure

■ Drill

■ Saw

■ Screws (galvanized or all-weather)

■ Stud finder

■ AC finder

■ Square

■ Pencil

■ ³⁄₁₆" x 1³⁄₄" Flat-head masonry

screws

■ Hammer drill

■ Caulk gun

■ Construction adhesive

■ ⁵⁄₃₂" Masonry drill bit

Screw Length for Wall Type

Screw

length*

Masonry

Wall

Bare

Wooden

Studs

Drywall over Wooden Studs

¹⁄₂"

(1.27 cm)

⁵⁄₈"

(1.6 cm)

³⁄₄"

(1.9 cm)

#8 X 1¹⁄₄"

#8 X 2"

³⁄₁₆" X 1³⁄₄"

* For bare wooden studs and covered wall, use an all weather flat-head

deck screw. For concrete block and poured masonry, use a flat-head

masonry screw.

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A. Drywall

B. Flat-head screw

C. Wooden stud

D. 1" (2.54 cm) min. to

1¹⁄₄" (3.17 cm) max. if

near wiring

E. ⁵⁄₈" (1.6 cm)

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Summary of Contents

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