Installation & Assembly

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Glass Tile
Viva Linda
GROUTING
The natural stone pieces in these mosaics
have varying degrees of porosity and surface
absorption. The application of a grout release/
sealer prior to grouting is recommended to avoid
potential staining.
When selecting the grout color, consider that the
glass tiles are made of transparent glass. The
color of grouting materials will be visible from the
edges of each tile. Make the grout color selection
accordingly!
Use non-sanded grout (otherwise you may
scratch the surface and there is no way to remove
such scratches), modified with polymer or latex,
compliant with ANSI 118.6. If the installation
requires sanded grout a soft cushioned wall float
is recommended.
After installation it is recommended the tile be
cleaned with grout cleaners that are generally
accepted, for example Aqua Mix Grout Haze
Clean-Up or TEC Banish Grout Haze Remover.
Wipe off the heavy grout residue with a clean,
white nylon scrub pad or with clean cheese cloth.
Finish with a clean grout sponge or damp terry
cloth towel.
Always use clean cloths, white if possible, as
some fabric dyes may discolor the grout joint.
Some grout cleaners may change the grout color:
if in doubt, test first in an inconspicuous area.
DRILLING and CUTTING
Always wear eye protection when cutting, drilling
or grinding glass and stone tiles.
Cutting: Use a wet saw with a new diamond
rimmed blade designed to cut glass. Blades
designed for cutting ceramic tile are not to be
used:
they can make a course cut and that causes
unwanted chips and irregularities along the
cutting line.
To maintain consistent smooth cuts and before
the cuts become course, re-dress the diamond
blade with an abrasive dressing stone, to expose
a fresh layer of diamonds on the blade rim, or
replace the blade.
Cutting will leave sharp edges and corners. These
edges should be smoothed and dulled with a
diamond hand pad or similar abrasive tools.
Drilling holes: If possible, drill holes before
installing the tile and drill from both sides. This
will help reduce chips and cracks. A new diamond
tipped core bit with a low speed drill (200 to
300 rpm) will give the best results. Continuously
spray water on the drill bit and the surface that is
being drilled.
If you drill holes for anchoring bolts, keep the hole
at least 1/8” larger than needed to avoid stress
transfer from the anchor and/ or bolt to the tile;
otherwise this stress may cause cracks and /or
chips.
DRYING TIME
These blended mosaics require a longer cure
time. Allow the mortar to dry at least 36 to 48
hours before grouting.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Normally, it is sufficient to wipe the surface of the
tiles with a damp sponge or cloth. When stronger
cleaning is needed, any standard, non- abrasive
floor, wall or glass cleaner can be applied with a
non-abrasive sponge or cloth.
LIMITED WARRANTY
Expressly warrants for a period of 90 days from
delivery or until installation, whichever occurs
first that PIXL VIVA LINDA as delivered, will
be reasonably free of defects in materials and
workmanship, and that when properly handled
and stored, will conform within accepted
tolerances, to applicable manufacturing
specifications. This limited warranty only applies
to PIXL VIVA LINDA which are stored and handled
in the manner recommended by PIXL. Due to the
variety of applications in which PIXL VIVA LINDA
may be used, and because specific installation
details, structural design and environmental
conditions are beyond the control of the
Company, PIXL cannot accept responsibility for
the performance of these products after they
are installed. Except for the express warranties
set forth above, PIXL makes no other warranties,
expressed or implied, including, but not limited
to any implied warranties of merchantability or
fitness for a particular purpose.