Installation Guide

ManualsBrandsGeneral Shale ManualsTileProvidence Series 50-Pack Wind River 1/2-in x 8-in Ceramic Floor and Wall Tile (Common: 1/2-in x 8-in; Actual: 0.5-in x 7.5-in)

METHOD 3: FLOOR APPLICATION METHOD

THIN BRICK INTERIOR

INSTALLATION METHODS

Installation Method 3 / Mix for Pointing Joints

Additional Information

1. As building codes vary by region, it is important to check local building codes for proper installation guidelines.

2. This Installation Guide serves as reference only and is not meant to act as a substitute for professional advice.

3. Considerations must be made for hot & cold weather construction. For additional information on hot & cold weather construction, refer to TMS 602-11/ACI

530.1-11/ASCE 6-11, Specification for Masonry Structures, Sections 1.8C and 1.8D.

To install thin brick as a floor application, any of the industry-standard methods used to install traditional

tile flooring are acceptable.

NOTE: Thin Brick can be installed by “floating” the joints with grout using a grout release agent. However,

to achieve an authentic brick appearance, use pointing mortar applied with a grout bag and tooled with a

concave joint tool.

MIXING FOR POINTING JOINTS (Proportioned by Volume)

2 PARTS SAND; 1 PART TYPE N MASONRY CEMENT OR MORTAR CEMENT

Warning: The dust generated from dry sawing may contain silica and may be a

potential health problem for the lungs. Wet sawing is recommended.

To view other General Shale products and project ideas visit www.generalshale.com.

If you are not completely satisfied with your purchase or if you would like to share your project with us,