16. Complete the Finished Wall - Alcove Installations
Alcove Installations
Brush all dust and debris from the whirlpool flange.
To ensure the finished wall material will be plumb, attach furring strips above the whirlpool flange
and against the studs, as shown.
Install the finished wall material over the water-resistant wall material. Maintain a 1/8
″
(3 mm) gap
between the finished wall material and the whirlpool surface.
Seal the 1/8
″
(3 mm) gap between the whirlpool surface and finished wall with 100% silicone
sealant. Allow the sealant to cure according to the sealant manufacturer’s instructions.
17. Complete the Finished Wall - Drop-in and Island Installations
For Drop-In/Island Installations (not shown)
Cover the framing with water-resistant wall/deck material. Apply the wall material over the
whirlpool flange, leaving a 1/16
″
(2 mm) gap between the whirlpool rim edge and the wall
material.
Seal the joints between the whirlpool rim edge and the finished deck material with 100% silicone
sealant.
Apply tape and mud to the water-resistant wall/deck material. Install the finished wall over the
water-resistant wall/deck material. Seal the joints between the whirlpool rim edge and the finished
wall material with 100% silicone sealant.
For Island Installations
If you have not already done so, carefully remove the protective tape from the whirlpool rim.
Install the finished wall material to any wall, deck, and surround material as needed.
Apply a continuous bead of 100% silicone sealant where the finished wall material meets the
whirlpool surface.
Finished Wall Material
Silicone Sealant
Water-Resistant Wall Material
1/8" (3 mm)
Sterling
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