Installation Guide

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Ivy Hill Tile

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

These instructions are meant to be a guide for most installations, under normal conditions.

Please follow best practice instructions found in the Tile Council of North America (TCNA)

09300 Handbook for specific installation types.

MATERIAL INSPECTION

 Natural stones are products of nature; therefore, variaons in color, paern, texture, and

veining will occur. Verify all products before installaon for any damage or defects such as

chipped edges, broken pieces. No adjustment will be made aer installaon.

We always recommend dry-fitting your pattern first to think about your cuts in advance and to

make sure you like the pattern. This will also help you choose which pieces go where, which is

especially helpful with tiles that have a lot of variation. Due to the nature of the material and

production process it may be possible to see through clear glass on certain angles which can

appear as a lighter line along the edges of the glass. This is not a factory defect or deficiency of any

kind in the material and should be expected by the end consumer.

*Always use appropriate personal protective safety equipment when handling, drilling, cutting or

grinding tile such as (but not limited to) eye, ear and hand protection.

SUBSTRATE

Tile must be installed over a suitable substrate to insure a proper installation. Tile should be

installed over a clean, sound, and flat surface, free of contaminates including curing compounds.

Substrate should be free of cracks. Cement board, concrete or drywall is best, as these surfaces can

handle the moisture of the tiling process. Plywood should be avoided, since the wood will warp

with the added moisture and it will also be less waterproof, even after tiling.

If used in a wet area you must waterproof. See manufacturer's recommendation on a membrane

for crack and water protection that is compatible with the setting material you are using.

Summary of content (4 pages)

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Ivy Hill Tile INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS These instructions are meant to be a guide for most installations, under normal conditions. Please follow best practice instructions found in the Tile Council of North America (TCNA) 09300 Handbook for specific installation types. MATERIAL INSPECTION  Natural stones are products of nature; therefore, variations in color, pattern, texture, and veining will occur.
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Ivy Hill Tile INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Expansion joints should be installed at all changes in plane in the tile work and where tile abuts restraining surfaces, therefore silicone caulking sealant must be installed in all corner joints in place of grout. INSTALLATION MATERIALS Thin-Set  To avoid affecting the color of the tile, white thinset is strongly recommended for all installations.  Apply as much adhesive as can be covered within 10-15 minutes.
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Ivy Hill Tile INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS DRILLING If possible, drill holes before installing tile. Drilling from both sides can ensure a cleaner finish if the hole will be visible after installation. Using a new diamond coring bit (for large holes) or spade bit (for small holes) with a diamond tip made for glass drilling will give the best results. Lubricating the bit and tile surface with a continuous spray of oil/water mix will prolong the life of bits and provide a better-finished edge.
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Ivy Hill Tile INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Grout joints should be packed full and free of voids and pits. Clean excess grout as the work progresses before it has hardens completely. After grouting, wipe of excess surface grout with a slightly damp sponge - do not over wash. After initial wash has been allowed to haze, wipe once with minimal pressure at a 45-degree angle to joints and rinse sponge after wiping once with each side.