Easy to install the Fibo Kitchen Board

Fibo Kitchen Board is a simple and smart solution to protect the wall between the kitchen counter top and cupboards from water and food scraps. But it is also the fastest way to satisfaction and leaving your personal touch in the kitchen. See how easy it is!

Step 1 | Installing Fibo Kitchen Board

  1. Measure and make sure to define a distance of 1/8 inch from worktop up to the bottom of the panel.
  2. Predrill wholes through laminat, and fasten with a screw in the panel edge (not necessary if gluing)
  3. All panels must be screwed in screw lip, before clicking it in place, if you choose to glue the panels, the screws are not necessary.

Step 2 | Fibo Kitchen Board behind sink

  1. It is recommended to use sealant between the panels behind the sink. Fibo Seal is applied on the left side of the panel before the panels are clicked together.
  2. Clean and remove excess sealant with Fibo Clean, Fibo Sealing Tools and Fibo Wipes.

Step 3 | Install the final panel

  1. After pre-drilling and countersinking, screw the last panel (if gluing, not necessary)
  2. Hide the screw (if used) with L-profile at the end of the panel.
  3. Use sealant between the panel and the worktop to get a smooth and correct finish

Download our installation instruction as a PDF.

Frequently asked questions

Yes! Our panels are tested and approved for wet rooms. The panels also obtain a Greenguard certification

Many of our panel models are delivered in 10-foot heights. If the model you choose cannot be found in the desired height, we have a list you can use to add the wanted height to Fibo. 

Yes, Fibo is approved for all wet room zones, for example, in the bathroom shower. This is due to the membrane in the sealing layer. Our panels are excellent in all wet rooms, but also where extra-durable walls are needed, like in hallways, garages or laundry rooms. Fibo Kitchen Board is built the same way and also waterproof.

Fibo can be used in most rooms, but there are exceptions. Like swimming pools and saunas. On the other hand, Fibo is excellent for changing rooms, showers and other spaces adjacent to saunas and swimming pools.

The most safe and versatile installation method is with the OSB strips. See how on this link.

Measure the total length (inch) of the walls, including windows and doors. Then divide the total length of the walls by 24,5 inch. Round up to the nearest whole number. The sum is the number of panels you need. Each package contains two panels. Remember accessories!

It is easy to keep Fibo clean – and you avoid all the dirt that tends to stick to tile grout. Use a clean cloth and warm water. For stubborn dirt, you can use a non-abrasive cleaner. You will find more information in our maintenance instructions.

Use the Purchase calculator to find out what’s necessary for your installation. If you need more guidance please contact your supplier of Fibo panels, or Fibo directly at info@fibosystemusa.com.

To cut and install Fibo, you need a sircular saw, battery drill, drill & screwbits, holesaw, utility knife, level, measuring tape, pencil, hacksaw, and a caulking gun.

Fibo is both easier and faster to install than laying tiles. It’s also cheaper. You can either assemble yourself or get help from a craftsman. Proceed carefully, follow our installation instructions, take a picture showing where the joints are, overlap the membrane and use the checklist we provide to help document the installation. This way you get a great result with limited lifetime warranty for residential installations and 25 years for commercial installations. If you are unsure on how to install Fibo, please contact our customer service

Everything you need to know is in our installation instructions. It pays to prepare well in advance!

Fibo must be stored lying on a flat surface at room temperature for three days before installation. In addition, Fibo must always be stored lying on a flat surface so that the packaging remains unbroken. The material must be acclimated to the new environment for three days. 

The Product will not delaminate, stain, fade or crack during the Warranty period as a result of defects in materials and manufacture of the Product, when properly installed in accordance with Fibo’s installation instructions and cared for in accordance with Fibo’s instructions for Cleaning and Maintenance or Product Guide, more details in Technical Data