Clutch engagement question.

I have a 1996 Saturn Sl2. Before and after replacing the clutch, you have to let out very slowly. Otherwise, it's a very jerky and rough engagement. Is the car so light that you just have to be generous, or is there an issue? Note that after the replacement, when the clutch is cold, it is smooth, but it becomes rough after it warms up. Master/slave system is fine to my knowledge. Thank you in advance!

Edit: I should add that what I mean is pedal speed. "Dumping it" compared to slowly letting out. My buddies truck, for example, can be "dumped" in between the gears. Obviously, you have to be slow when coming from a stop. I'm talking about when at speed.