How to Lay White FRP Panels Over Deck Boards

Also called fiberglass reinforced plastic panels, FRP panels provide a sanitary and durable option for wall surfaces. The use of FRP panels is common in hospitals, restrooms, classrooms, kitchens and recreational rooms. These panels are impact-resistant, moisture-proof and easy to clean, which make them a useful addition to any room that deals with excessive moisture and traffic. Covering deck boards with white FRP panels will give you a waterproof surface that you can wipe clean.

Lint-free cloth
Adhesive
Trowel
Laminate roller
Finishing nails
Hammer
Rag
Mineral spirits

Instructions

- 1
  Clean the deck boards of any dirt, dust or other debris with a damp lint-free cloth. Let the boards dry before continuing.
- 2
  Lay the white FRP panels facedown on a clean, flat surface. Cover the back of the panel with the adhesive. Use a trowel to spread the adhesive over the entire surface of the panel, moving the trowel in a crosshatch pattern.
- 3
  Place the white FRP panel adhesive-side down on the deck boards. Start at the top corner of the panel and roll a laminate roller over the surface while moving down and toward the opposite corner. Apply pressure when rolling the laminate roller to remove any air pockets.
- 4
  Secure the panels in place with finishing nails at each corner. Wipe adhesive off the face of the panel with a rag dampened with mineral spirits. Let the adhesive dry. Remove the finishing nails carefully with the back of a hammer when the adhesive is dried.
- 5
  Repeat steps 2 through 4 until you have covered the desired deck boards with the panels.

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