Installation Guide

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Black Marble 2 in. x 2 in. Mosaic Tile
Installation of
MOSAIC TILE
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS | MOSAIC TILE | PAGE 3 OF 6
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STEP 5: INSTALLATION
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• It is recommended to use a white thin-set
mortar with a exible acrylic additive or a
white polymer fortied thin-set mortar.
• Apply this mixture with the manufacturer’s
recommendations of a notch trowel
(typically 3/16 in. x 3/16 in. V-notch).
• Knock down the trowel ridges with the at
edge of the trowel to produce an even layer
of the thin-set mortar.
• Spread only enough thin-set to install a few
sheets at a time. Back-butter each sheet
with the at edge of the trowel. Be sure to
achieve full coverage on the back of the tile.
• Carefully press your mosaic into the thin-set,
leaving even spaces in between the tiles. A
grout oat can be used to tap the tiles into
place. Allow for movement joints where the
tiles abut restraining surfaces and around the
perimeter of the installation.
NOTE: We recommend allowing a 1/8 in.
joint between tiles.
• If stone, seal prior to grouting.
NOTE: For more information on proper
sealants, please reference Step 8.
• If drilling a hole in the tile is
necessary, it is recommended to use
a drill bit that is specially designed for
glass, metal and stone.
NOTE: The tile must be securely
clamped into place to prevent
movement of the tile during the drilling
process.
• When drilling the hole, keep the bit and
hole lubricated to prevent chipping.
• Drill from both sides of the tile, starting
with the back and drilling half of the
depth of the tile.
• Turn the tile over and complete the hole.
This will prevent the glass, metal and
stone from chipping as the drill bit exits
the tile.
STEP 4: DRILLING
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