* Snap a chalk line perpendicular to the joists, 481⁄8" from the starting wall.
* Measure to make sure the first panel will break on the center of a joist. If necessary, cut the panel on the end that abuts the side wall so the panel breaks on the next farthest
joist. Load the panel onto a rented panel lift, or use a helper, and lift the panel flat against the joists.
* Position the panel with the leading edge on the chalk line and the end centered on a joist. Fasten the panel with appropriately sized screws following the fastener spacing
chart.
* After the first row of panels is installed, begin the next row with a half-panel. This ensures that the butted end joints will be staggered between rows.
