DIY AMK Wall Cladding Guide

Featuring Alik the AMK professional installer and his cat Valik.

amk team

Why Choose AMK for Your DIY Project?

Ease of AMK installation

Ease of Installation

AMK cladding is designed for straightforward installation, perfect for DIY enthusiasts.

AMK is a lighweight cladding material

Lightweight and Easy to Handle

At only 1.9 kg per m², AMK is easy to transport and install.

aestethic appeal of amk cladding

Professional Finish

Achieve a high-quality look with minimal effort.

Tools and materials needed

Alik and Valik's Recommended Tools

taping knife for AMK installation

Joint Knife

Blade width 10-15 cm

Notched Trowel

Notch size 6x6 mm

Measuring tape

Utility knife

Priming tools

Wall priming tools

Prepare tile glue in plastic bucket using mixer

Mixing tools

To prepare tile glue

Leveling tools

Leveling tools

Marking with masonry string line is more convenient while working outside

Masonry string line

For marking walls outdoors

Filling seams with rubber grout float is more effciint and economic

Foam grout float

Materials

AMK Delivers beauty

AMK Decorative Covering

Tile adhesive

Protective gears

deep penetrating primer

Deep penetrating primer

Step-by-Step Installation Instructions with Alik and Valik

Prepare the surface

Correctly preparing the surface before installing AMK is crucial for several reasons:

Adhesion: A clean, dry, and smooth surface ensures the adhesive bonds properly with the substrate, providing a secure attachment for the AMK sheets.
Durability: Proper surface preparation prevents issues like peeling, cracking, or detachment over time, ensuring the longevity of the installation.
Aesthetic Quality: A well-prepared surface ensures an even and professional finish, preventing visible imperfections and ensuring that the decorative elements of AMK look their best.
Efficiency: Proper preparation reduces the likelihood of installation errors and rework, making the process more efficient and cost-effective.

Fix wall cracks before installation of AMK

Repair the walls

Fill the cracks and holes using wall putty

Clean walls to get flat and even surface

Clean the surface

Make sure the surface is flat and even

Prime the wall

Use acrylic based deep penetrating primer

Plan the layout of AMK sheets

Precise seam alignmnet is easy with AMK
Planning the layout of AMK sheets is essential for a smooth and aesthetically pleasing installation.

Measure the Wall Area: Measure the height and width of the wall. Calculate the total area by subtracting the combined area of windows and doors from the overall area in square meters to determine the number of AMK sheets required (each sheet covers 0.9 m²).
Determine AMK Sheet Placement: Plan for horizontal and vertical alignment of the AMK sheets. Identify where sheets will need to be cut to fit around windows, doors, and edges. Dry fit the sheets on the wall before applying adhesive.
Mark Reference Lines: Use a masonry string line or laser level to mark horizontal and vertical reference lines on the wall. These lines will guide the placement of the sheets to ensure they are level and aligned.

AMK is super handy because you can start installing it anywhere on the wall, but we suggest starting from the edge.
AMK first sheet cladding

Choose starting point

You can start laying AMK from the bottom, top, or middle of the wall.

Trimming mesh from AMK

Trim excess parts

Trim away any parts of the material that extend beyond the edges of the installation wall.

AMK sheets overlapping

Keep AMK sheets overlap

Ensure that each AMK sheet overlaps the mesh of the previous one for a secure bond.

Prepare the adhesive

AMK first sheet cladding

Choose starting point

You can start laying AMK from the bottom, top, or middle of the wall.

Trimming mesh from AMK

Trim excess parts

Trim away any parts of the material that extend beyond the edges of the installation wall.

AMK sheets overlapping

Keep AMK sheets overlap

Ensure that each AMK sheet overlaps the mesh of the previous one for a secure bond.