Installation Guide

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Joints must always be left between
the tiles to guarantee the surface’s
proper technical performance.
Depending on the type of surface,
the width of the tile joints may vary.
When a minimum tile joint is needed,
this is deemed to be a gap of 2mm
between the tiles. In addition to the
joints that are left between the tiles,
all perimeter joints (between the wall
and oor) and structural joints (at
the meeting point with structural ele-
ments) must be left.
Likewise, depending on the use that
is given to the tiled surface (i.e. on
walls or oors), there are dierent
types of possible grouting materials
with dierent properties. These in-
clude elastic properties to absorb any
expansion or contraction and even
hygienic health-related properties.
For further information, see the indi-
cations given by the dierent manu-
facturers of these materials.
To grout the tiles properly, it is impor-
tant to take into the account the fo-
llowing points:
• Before grouting the tiles,
make sure that the tile adhesive
is completely dry.
• Make sure that the tile joints
are clean and dry.
• Grout small areas of between
4 and 5 m², and remove any grout
residues before the grout dries.
• Clean the surface with plen-
ty of water, using a soft sponge,
then wipe the whole surface and
joints with a damp cloth.
• The following day, when the
grouting material is dry, clean the
surface thoroughly with an alkali-
ne detergent.
Guide to Ceramic
Tile-Laying & Care