Panel mounting system and method using an adhesive mounting configuration

A method for installing a set of panels, comprising:

• preparing a substrate at an installation location, the substrate extending to a first location, a second location, and a third location;
• dry-fitting one or more panels at the installation location;
• applying, to a first portion of the substrate at the first location, an adhesive according to a pattern;
• installing a first panel to the first location;
• applying, to a second portion of the substrate at the second location, the adhesive according to the pattern;
• installing a second panel to the second location;
• applying, to a third portion of the substrate at the third location, the adhesive according to the pattern;
• installing a third panel to the third location;
• and
• applying one or more barriers along seams associated with the first panel, the second panel, and the third panel.