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The installation of flexible stone wall panel

  • Writer: Leo   liu
    Leo liu
  • Jun 6, 2025
  • 4 min read

Updated: Aug 2

the installation of Phomi MCM wall cladding

The installation of flexible stone wall panel on building walls needs to follow a series of standardized construction procedures to ensure their good performance and aesthetic effect.

1、 Grassroots treatment

Before The installation of flexible stone wall panel, sufficient treatment must be carried out on the substrate. The grassroots should be kept flat, clean, free of cracks and loose materials. For new buildings, the base layer is usually made of cement mortar; For existing buildings, they need to be inspected and evaluated first to ensure their structural stability and surface quality. During the installation process, waterproofing agents and coatings should be used to waterproof the base layer to prevent rainwater infiltration from affecting the bonding effect of MCM wall panels. In addition, it is necessary to remove loose layers, dust, and oil stains from the surface of the base layer to ensure that the bonding layer can adhere firmly.

2、 Construction of bonding layer

The installation of flexible stone wall panels usually uses specialized adhesives for bonding. The adhesive should be supplied by the manufacturer to ensure its compatibility with flexible stone wall panels. The construction of adhesive should be carried out according to the product manual, usually using dry construction, that is, first evenly apply the adhesive on the base layer, then bond the MCM wall panel to the bonding layer, and compact it with a pressure plate or scraper to ensure a good bonding layer is formed between the panel and the base layer. For the installation of high-rise buildings, the thickness of the bonding layer should be controlled within a reasonable range to ensure the stability and durability of the panels.

3、 Board installation

The installation of flexible stone wall panels should be carried out according to the design drawings, ensuring that the arrangement, color, and texture of the panels are consistent with the design requirements. flexible stone wall panels can be directly pasted on the wall or floor substrate, as well as on the insulation system plaster layer or existing building old wall or floor substrate. During the installation process, specialized tools (such as scrapers, pressure plates, etc.) should be used to fit the boards in the designed position, ensuring that the joints between the boards are uniform and flat. For irregular parts such as curved surfaces and oblique angles, MCM wall panels can be bent, compacted, wrapped, and laid to adapt to complex wall shapes.


4、 Seam treatment

The seam treatment of flexible stone wall panels is an important step in ensuring their overall aesthetics and waterproof performance. When laying outdoors, the width of the joint should be 3-5mm, and joint sealant should be used to fill the joint. The sealant should be selected from materials compatible with MCM wall panels to ensure their waterproofing, weather resistance, and decorative effect. For indoor decoration, the joints of the surface layer can be embedded with metal sheets and sealed with transparent silicone building adhesive. In addition, attention should be paid to avoiding drilling or damaging the surface of MCM wall panels during installation to avoid affecting their aesthetics and service life.

5、 Construction of protective layer

After the installation of flexible stone wall panel, a protective layer should be applied on its surface to enhance its weather resistance and waterproof performance. The surface of flexible stone wall panel should be treated with waterproofing to prevent rainwater infiltration and dirt adhesion. The protective layer can be made of waterproof coating or waterproof film to ensure its long-term performance. In addition, during the installation process of MCM wall panels, attention should be paid to avoiding damage caused by subsequent construction activities such as drilling, cutting, etc.

6、 Quality acceptance

After the installation of flexible stone wall panel is completed, quality acceptance should be carried out in accordance with relevant standards. Acceptance should include inspection of the appearance quality, dimensional deviation, bonding strength, waterproof performance, and other items of flexible stone wall panels. During the acceptance process, it is necessary to check whether the joint treatment of the MCM wall panel meets the design requirements, whether the bonding layer is firm, and whether the protective layer is intact. For parts that do not meet the requirements, timely repair and adjustment should be carried out.

7、 Maintenance and upkeep

During the use of flexible stone wall panels, attention should be paid to their daily maintenance and upkeep. flexible stone wall panels have good weather resistance and waterproof performance, but it is still necessary to regularly check their surface for cracks, peeling, or dirt adhesion during use. For problems discovered, they should be repaired in a timely manner to ensure their long-term performance. In addition, neutral cleaning agents can be used to clean the surface of flexible stone wall panels, avoiding the use of strong acid and strong alkaline cleaning agents to prevent damage to their surface.

summarize

The installation process of flexible stone wall panels on building walls needs to be strictly carried out in accordance with relevant standards and specifications, from base treatment, bonding layer construction, panel installation, joint treatment, protective layer construction to quality acceptance and maintenance, each link is crucial. Through scientific and reasonable construction processes and strict quality control, Renlong flexible stone wall panels can ensure long-term stable use on building walls, providing environmentally friendly, beautiful, and safe solutions for building decoration.

 
 
 

1 Comment


br r
5 days ago

One thing I took away from this is how much the right wall treatment can influence the mood of an interior. It's not just about covering an empty surface. A modern wall panel can become part of the room's architecture and give the space a much stronger visual identity.

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