Installation Guide

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ALLOW TO CURE

Allow sufficient time for the thinset to cure and dry.

Typically at least 24 to 48 hours. For best results, test that

the installation is dry using a moisture meter. If unsure, try

taping down a square of plastic film using painter's tape

(other tapes may dirty the tile with adhesive). Allow to sit

for several hours or overnight, and look for condensation

on the underside of the film.

If you are installing a sub-floor heating system: do not

under any circumstance allow the system to be powered

on until the installation is cured and dry. Many sub-

contractors may want to test their system as soon as the

tile is set, so they can move on to the next job. Testing a

sub-floor heating system beneath wet tiles can

permanently damage your flooring. Powering "on" a sub-

floor heating system (even for a brief test) while the tile is

still damp can permanently damage your installation.

Protect the tile during this period at all times from other

trades, foot traffic, and pets. Tile must be clean and dry

before proceeding. Do not use acids or vinegars to clean

cement tile (for instance anything "lemon" or "citrus" is

likely to be acidic). Protective products such as Ram

Board® should be used if there will be a need for traffic

during this time.