Installation Guide

CUTTING INSTRUCTION:
On the surface of the tile, mark any cuts with a pencil or felt-tip pen. Use a tile cutter for straight or
diagonal cuts. Use a rod saw for full-length curved cuts. Use a nipper for lesser curved cuts and chip
small pieces away one at a time.
Use a carborundum stone to smooth out any sharp edges.
TILE INSTALLATION:
To maintain a fluid and professional look, it is important to set the tile one grid at a time. Complete setting
all tiles in each grid before moving on to the next grid. Also, save the perimeter tiles in each grid for last
in order to leave an adequate gap between the tile and wall.
Start in the center of the room and begin with the first tile in the corner of the grid. Work outwards from
there. Do not let the edges of your tiles hit each other. To prevent this from happening, do not slide the
tiles into place. Instead, slightly rotate each tile as you set them. It is also important to either insert
spacers as each tile is set or place equal joints between tiles.
Once a grid has all tiles completely installed, tap in each tile with a rubber mallet or hammer and wood
block. This step solidifies bonding and levels the surface. Use a putty knife to remove unnecessary
adhesive from joints. Use a damp sponge to remove excess adhesive from the tile for an even
appearance, as well as a clear space for the grout.
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llow the tile to sit for at least 24 hours to set before walking on it. *
GROUT APPLICATION:
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P
lease be sure to carefully read and follow all precautions and instructions displayed on the grout
package in addition to following the below steps.
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A few important notes before you begin grout application:
1) Do not allow time for any excess grout to dry on your tile.
2) It is important that you make just enough to use within 30 minutes to prevent any grout from
drying before you can apply it.
3) Use two buckets of water: one to remove the excess from the sponge and the other to rinse t
he
s
ponge. Make sure to rinse your sponge often and change the water frequently
.
4) A
llow the grout to dry for at least 72 hours before placing anything weighted on the tile (i.e.,
pieces of furniture or appliances)
5) Wait three weeks’ time before applying any sealers or polishes.
Start by removing the tile spacers and spreading the grout on the tile surface. Use a rubber grout float or
a squeegee to press the grout down into the joints.
You’ll need to remove the excess grout from the surface immediately. To do so, start by tilting the grout
float at a 45-degree angle and using the edge of the float to remove unnecessary grout. Next, tilt the
grout float at a 90-degree angle and scrape the excess grout diagonally across the tiles.
Allow the grout to sit for approximately 15 to 20 minutes, then use a damp sponge to clean any residue
from the surface and smooth the grout joints. Once the grout has dried, wipe each tile with a soft cloth.
COMPLETION:
Congratulations! You have completed the installation steps for your new floor. As a friendly reminder, let
the grout dry for approximately 72 hours You will need to let the grout or approximately 72 hours before
any heavy use and at least three weeks before applying sealers or polishes.