This page explains the steps to take for installing front-mount fascia. Prior to beginning the installation, ensure you completed all steps of installing the system skeleton.
Page Contents
Skill Requirements
Tools & Hardware
Installation Steps
Related Training Materials
Final Steps & Delivery
Certification
Terms & Definitions
Types of Installation: Off-the-Floor, Floor-Based, Wall Bed
Installer Level Required: Apprentice Installer
Products Required: TFL Material
Tools Required
Tape Measure
Pencil
Miter Saw with Stand
18-Gauge Finish Nail Gun
23-Gauge Pin Nailer
Seam Glue
Wax Crayon
Hardware Required
18-Gauge 2” Finish Nails
23-Gauge 1” Pin Nails
Installation Steps
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be worn at all times when handling material and operating the power tools mentioned throughout this process. Review the PPE Matrix for further guidance.
Confirm measurements of fascia pieces as indicated by the elevation, as well as the measurement of the nailer needed.
On a piece of paper, draw out the cuts and pieces needed; place measurements next to each cut on your drawing.
Make note of the measurement of the nailer.
Consider the location of any seams in areas with multiple pieces that span the length of the system; Seams should also be facing away from the eye.
Any seams located not on a corner should land on a partition for nailing.
Cut to length using a miter saw.
Test fit all cut pieces.
If the piece fits, move on to the next piece.
If the piece does not fit, mark where it needs to be cut, or note what the new measurement needs to be, assuming it was cut too short.
During this step, recut any pieces that did not fit, and test fit the recuts.
Ensure seams are lined up perfectly and glue all seams using miter bond.
Install all fascia pieces.
Use 18-gauge 2-inch nails for attachment; a minimum of every 10 inches into the nailer.
Once seams are glued, use 2 1-inch 23-gauge pin nails on each side of the seam.
Using the corresponding color wax crayon to the system’s finish, crayon all nail holes and touch up the seams.
Inspect the fascia for imperfections from the installation process.
Wipe down the fascia and remove all excess crayon using cleaning solution, and appropriate PPE.
Related Training Materials
Skeleton Fundamentals
Complete the Installation
System Touch Ups
Cleaning the System & Jobsite
Delivery to the Customer
PPE Matrix
Final Steps & Delivery
Inspect the installation and complete any touch ups if necessary.
If there are no more components to install, remove all stickers/labels.
If there are no more components to install, complete the clean up process.
If there are no more components to install, complete the Professional Installation Experience by walking through the space with the customer and delivering the final product.
Certification Steps:
Terms & Definitions
Elevation | The CAD Design Plan created by the Design Consultant with the client. |
Nailer | A piece of support trim/molding nailed on to create additional stability for trim pieces. |
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