Installation Guide

INSTALLATION IN 6 EASY STEPS
Before You Start
Safety First! Wear safety glasses and protective gear when performing any installation, even for
something as easy as Luxe Core. Cutting tile and working with tools is fun, but make sure to protect
people, pets, and your favorite furniture and spaces. We want everyone to safely enjoy your beautiful
tile project!
1: Clean & Prepare
Ensure that the wall or surface where you will be installing the tile is smooth and even. Use a damp
sponge to wipe the surface to remove any remaining dust or debris and allow to air dry.
Ivy Hill Tile Tip: It is best not to use a lot of water on the sponge when you wipe down your surface.
This will not only lengthen the amount of time it will take before you can install, but excess water could
also damage the surface. Just a little water will clear away most dust and have you installing in no time!
2: Measure
Without removing the peel-away backing, lay out the tiles in the desired pattern. Measure the pattern
and then mark on the wall or surface the location of where you would like to install, using a level to help
make a straight line.
Ivy Hill Tile Tip: Clear out a flat surface on the floor or other workspace where you can lay out your
entire pattern. This will allow you to see your design and not only get you excited about your amazing
tile project, but also plan for any necessary cuts to the tile.
3: Cut Tiles
If it is necessary to cut a tile to fit it into your design, measure the tile and mark it using a straight edge.
Cut the tile with appropriate tool for the tile type. Solid Polymer Core (SPC) tiles can be scored with a
utility knife and snapped apart, but natural stone, mother of pearl and metal tiles will require the use of
a saw. Please note that there may be more than one type of tile in a single mosaic pattern, so plan to
use a saw for these products.
Ivy Hill Tile Tip: You can use a tile saw or a chop saw to cut the Luxe Core tiles but know your skill level!
Make sure to use a saw type that you feel comfortable with and will give you the straightest edge
possible.