Follow these instructions to make custom cutouts in the field on fabric-wrapped panels for outlets, light switches, or other obstacles. (If you want to edge-cut your panel instead, instructions are here.)
You’ll need to have on hand:
- Straight-edge
- Sharp scissors to cut fabric
- Utility knife
- Tape Measure
- Clean, flat work surface
- 3m Spray Adhesive
Installation Instructions:
1. Measure the cut-out location on the front of the panel. Using a criss-cross pattern, make two diagonal cuts from corner to corner of the area to be removed (A).
2. Gently pull back the fabric flaps created from your cuts, and using your utility knife, cut through the panel core and remove the cut-out. TIP: Use a straight edge to get clean cuts (B).
3. Flip the panel over so the back is facing up. Be sure you can see the fabric flaps at the bottom of the cut-out. (The back of the fabric flaps should be facing up.) Spray adhesive on the cut-out's inside edges and the panel's back in a two-inch area surrounding the cut-out. Be careful not to get adhesive on the face of the fabric (C).
4. Now, pull each fabric flap through the cut-out and press against the inside edge of the cut-out. Then, press each flap firmly on the back of the panel as well.
5. The finished panel can now be installed as usual (D). NOTE: Cover plates should be placed over any cutouts in the panel.
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