METALINE
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splashbacks
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General Information
7.
Safety
– always wear appropriate PPE when handling or cutting Laminex Metaline Splashback panels.
8.
Lifting
– Laminex Metaline Splashback panels are heavy and require a 2 man lift or mechanical assistance.
Always lift panels in a vertical orientation to avoid buckling the panel.
9.
Transport
– always transport Laminex Metaline Splashback panels horizontally on a solid pallet that supports
the entire length of panel. Ensure that panels are carefully strapped and protected with top and bottom
coversheets to prevent damage. Multiple sheets should be transported with the decorative faces together
(protective film).
10.
Inspection
– any sheets that show visible damage (dents, impact damage, deep scratches through the
protective film, etc.) should be rejected unless the damaged section is outside of the required usable area.
Installation of damaged sheets is not warranted.
11.
Cutting
– always use a dedicated aluminium-cutting blade for all straight cuts. The use of vacuum extraction is
recommended to prevent build-up of swarf on the work piece or cutting equipment.
12.
Folding
– Laminex Metaline Splashbacks can be folded around or into corners to give a continuous corner
without any joins. The Laminex Group recommends folding edges and corners to give the installation a
premium look and feel.
13.
Butt joining
– Laminex Metaline Splashbacks can be butt joined together or into corners to give a simpler
installation. Allowance for a 3mm gap for silicone sealing is required.
14.
Penetrations
– Laminex Metaline Splashbacks can be cut for plumbing and electrical installations. Cutting
can be performed using hole saws or a jigsaw. Allowance for a 3mm expansion gap around joins is required.
Laminex Metaline Splashbacks are electrically conductive, so all electrical work must be performed by a
licenced electrician. All plumbing work must be performed by a licenced plumber or gas fitter.
15. Laminex Metaline Splashbacks are produced with a thick protective film on the decorated side of the panel.
This protective film includes installation instructions, cleaning instructions and orientation guide arrows for
reference during installation. DO NOT REMOVE the protective film either before or during fabrication.
Protective film should only be removed as direction in Section 5 - Kitchen Splashback Installation instructions.
