Installation Guide

Occasionally, even after properly preparing the substrate, the surface can still have
bows, high spots, ridges, or uneven areas. Place a level against the wall. If there is
a 1/8” gap or greater, use a ller such as spackling or drywall compound to ll in
imperfections.
Method 2: If you do not intend to prepare,
sand and prime the surface, an additional
adhesive should be used. We recommend a
high-quality polyurethane construction adhesive
be applied to the back of each tile in these
cases. Be sure to remove the release lm on
the back of each tile before applying additional
adhesive. Apply some small pea-sized dots of
adhesive to the back of a full tile (see right).
Keep the adhesive a half-inch from the edges.
Firmly press the tiles into place. If adhesive
squeezes out around the tiles, be sure to wipe it
off before it dries.
Recommended Adhesives
Brand Type
Loctite
®
PL Premium
®
Loctite
®
PL Premium Advanced
®
LePage
®
PL Premium
®
Layout
Measure the rst area to be covered by Aspect material. We recommend you lay out
the entire project on a at surface, like the countertop, a table or the oor, before
adhering to the substrate, to be sure you have enough tiles and your design and
layout is correct. This will also give you a good reference as to how the tiles will look
on your wall.
As each project is different, be sure to plan for cutouts, corners or edge treatments
before applying tiles.
One popular layout method is to begin from the inside corner of your counter and
work across left to right. This method allows you to use two points of reference,
your vertical wall and horizontal countertop. Note — when using these two points
of reference, be sure to check them for level on the horizontal plane and 90 degrees
plumb on the vertical plane. This will prevent any problems as you build your
backsplash.
Lay a 4’ level on top of your countertop or backsplash return lip if you have one.
If the counter is level, use it as your reference. If not, identify the high point(s) of
the countertop. Draw a horizontal line using your level and snap a reference line
to indicate the high point. Snap a reference line to indicate the top of the rst row
of tiles. The top edge of the rst row will be installed along this line. Use a level or
measuring tape to mark the vertical termination point of your installation.
Installing your rst tile
Here’s where the fun begins. Be sure the substrate is clean and dry. Remove the
adhesive liner from the back of the matted tile and discard the liner. Align the tile
where you want it on the reference lines.
Method 2 - Using high-quality
polyurethane construction adhesive
Mark
horizontal
and vertical
reference
points