DIY Installation Guide

Install in Hours, Not Days

All Asta Kayu panels are designed for straightforward DIY installation. Our five interlocking profile systems are engineered for clean, seamless results — no specialist tools required.

Before You Begin

Store panels in the room where they will be installed for 48 hours before fitting. This allows the wood to acclimatise to the room's temperature and humidity.

Ensure your wall surface is:

Clean, dry, and free of dust or grease
Flat and stable — no major bumps or cracks
Suitable material: plasterboard, plywood, solid masonry, or concrete

Do not install in areas of direct moisture exposure such as bathrooms or outdoor spaces without proper ventilation and precautions.

Tools You Will Need

Tape measure and pencil

Spirit level

Mitre saw or handsaw

Construction adhesive (we recommend Bison Kit or similar)

Nail gun or finishing nails (optional, for added security)

Rubber mallet

Understanding the Connection Profiles

Each Asta Kayu collection uses a specific interlocking profile. Check your product for the correct profile type:

Profile A — Interlock Used by: Java Fumed Coffee (BW-11), Sumatra Smoked Cocoa (BW-13), Sulawesi Natural Limestone (BW-14) How it works: Panels slot together horizontally in a brick-lay pattern.

Profile B — Z Profile Used by: Special brick profile panels How it works: Panels connect via a Z-shaped interlocking edge for extra structural strength.

Profile C — Square Used by: Bromo (CW-11), Merapi (CW-12), Rinjani (CW-13), Rhombus Natural (GW-11) How it works: Panels align in a square grid, connecting on all four sides.

Profile D — Hexagon Used by: Hexa Rustic (OW-11), Hexa Kayu (OW-12) How it works: Panels connect in a hexagonal tessellation pattern.

Profile E — Parallelogram Used by: Parallel Stack (OW-21) How it works: Panels connect in a diagonal parallelogram pattern.

Step-by-Step Installation

Step 1 — Mark your baseline Using a spirit level and pencil, mark a level horizontal line across your wall as your starting baseline. This ensures your first row is perfectly straight.

Step 2 — Apply adhesive Apply construction adhesive to the back of each panel in a zigzag pattern. Make sure to cover the edges for a strong bond.

Step 3 — Place the first panel Press the first panel firmly onto the wall, aligning the bottom edge with your baseline. Hold firmly for 30 seconds.

Step 4 — Connect subsequent panels Using the interlocking profile, connect the next panel to the first. Press firmly and tap gently with a rubber mallet if needed. Work row by row.

Step 5 — Check level regularly Every 3–4 panels, use your spirit level to check alignment. Adjust before the adhesive sets.

Step 6 — Cut edge panels For panels at the edges or corners, use a mitre saw or handsaw to trim to size. Always measure twice before cutting.

Step 7 — Allow to cure Allow the adhesive to cure for at least 24 hours before applying any pressure to the wall or mounting anything on it.

Coverage Calculation

To calculate how many boxes you need:

Measure your wall height (in metres)
Measure your wall width (in metres)
Multiply height × width = total m²
Divide total m² by the box coverage of your chosen panel
Round up to the nearest whole number
Add 10% extra for cuts and wastage

Example: Wall is 3m × 4m = 12 m². Hexa Rustic covers 0.50 m² per box. 12 ÷ 0.50 = 24 boxes. Add 10% = 27 boxes total.

Box Coverage Reference

Hexa Rustic (OW-11) — 0.50 m² per box Hexa Kayu (OW-12) — 0.50 m² per box Parallel Stack (OW-21) — 0.51 m² per box Bromo (CW-11) — 1.04 m² per box Merapi (CW-12) — 1.04 m² per box Rinjani (CW-13) — 1.04 m² per box Java Fumed Coffee (BW-11) — 1 m² per box Sumatra Smoked Cocoa (BW-13) — 1 m² per box Sulawesi Natural Limestone (BW-14) — 1 m² per box Rhombus Natural (GW-11) — 0.52 m² per box

Need Help?

For project-specific advice or installation support please contact us at info@astakayu.com. We are happy to advise on your specific wall, room, or commercial project.

For trade and large project installation support visit our Trade & B2B page.