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Using adhesive to secure laminate sheeting to walls is not recommended as it is difficult to achieve a satisactory bond; it is far better to drill holes in the material and then fix it in place with screws and plugs. This, in any case, makes for a more secure job and also allows the material to move under variations in temperature and changes in humidity.

[edit] Method

To drill holes in the sheeting it is best to use a hand drill, a power drill may damage the laminate by overheating, as well as causing splits.

Start by marking where holes are to be drilled, bearing in mind that a regular pattern will look most satisfactory once the screws are in place.

Then indent each of the marks with a bradawl to prevent the drill from skating across the surface of the laminate.

When you drill the holes, always use a drill bit 0.5mm larger than the screws you intend to use or these may touch the sides of the holes and split the material once they are tightened.

A smooth, good looking finish can be achieved by using countersunk screws in conjunction with metal or plastic screw caps.

As an alternative to screw fixing a wide range of specialist edging strips are available. These are screwed to the edges of the wall to be laminated and the sheeting is then clipped into place and held by the strips.