![]() Non-sanded grout that is latex or polymer modified and compliant with A118.4 should be used for our metal material. ![]() It is recommended to use grout release, then grout the tile, then use a sealant to the tile such as MP90.Take care to use eye protection and to sweep up the area immediately after cutting, as metal shards can be dangerous. You may find it difficult to cut notches with a wet saw, so a miter saw fitted with a metal-cutting disc is a good tool for cutting notches and other intricate shapes. Handle the tile carefully, as the cut metal edges can be very sharp. Cut the tile face up so that any lip that forms is on the back of the tile. The best way to cut metal tiles is with a diamond wet saw. Allow thin-set mortar to dry completely for a minimum of 72 hours prior to grouting or otherwise interfering with the fresh installation. All setting material, even rapidest mortars need a longer time to cure. Metal tiles are non-porous: the moisture in the setting materials cannot migrate through the metal and must evaporate slowly through the joints. Tiles larger than 3x3 should be back-buttered with a thin continuous layer of the thin set applied with the flat side of the trowel. Apply as much adhesive as can be covered within 10-15 minutes.ģ/16" or 1/4" square notch trowel should be used when installing our metal material and ridges should be smoothed down with the flat side of the trowel prior to fixing the tiles in the mortar bed. ![]() To avoid affecting the color of the tile, white thinset such as Bostik Glass-Mate is strongly recommended for all installations.Plywood should be avoided, since the wood will warp with the added moisture and it will also be less waterproof, even after tiling. Cement board, concrete or drywall is best, as these surfaces can handle the moisture of the tiling process. Before you start tiling, make sure that whatever surface the tiles are being installed to will be strong and structurally sound.*Always use appropriate personal protective safety equipment when handling, drilling, cutting or grinding glass tile such as (but not limited to) eye, ear and hand protection.This will also help you choose which pieces go where, which is especially helpful with tiles that have a lot of variation. We always recommend dry-fitting your pattern first to think about your cuts in advance and to make sure you like the pattern.Please follow best practice instructions found in the Tile Council of North America (TCNA) 09300 Handbook for specific installation types. These instructions are meant to be a guide for most installations, under normal conditions.
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