Installation Guide

Developed by Nature Rapolano
12 in. x 12 in. tile shown in grid pattern
Installation of
FLOOR & LARGE
FORMAT TILE
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS | FLOOR & LARGE FORMAT TILE | PAGE 3 of 4
• Using the instructions on the
package, make enough grout to
use in about 30 minutes.
• Remove tile spacers and spread
grout on the tile surface, forcing
down into joints with a rubber
grout float or squeegee.
• Tilt the float at a 45° angle and remove
excess grout from surface immediately
with the edge of float.
• Tilt it at a 90° angle and scrape it
diagonally across tiles.
• Wait 15–20 minutes for grout to set
slightly, then use a damp sponge to clean
grout residue from surface and smooth
the grout joints, rinsing sponge often.
• Let dry until grout is hard and haze
forms on tile surface, then polish
with a soft cloth and wait 72 hours
for heavy use. NOTE: Don’t apply
sealers or polishes for three weeks,
and then only in accordance with
manufacturer’s recommendations.
STEP 6: GROUTING JOINTSSTEP 5: SETTING TILE
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• Install tiles in the center, one grid
at a time. Finish each grid before
moving to the next. Start with the
first tile in the corner of the grid
and work outward. Set tiles one at a
time using a slight twisting motion.
NOTE: Don’t slide tiles into place.
• Insert tile spacers, as each tile is set,
or leave equal joints between tiles.
• Fit perimeter tiles in each grid last,
leaving 1/4 in. gap between tile and
wall.
• When finished, tap in all tiles with a
rubber mallet or hammer and wood
block, to ensure a good bond and
level plane.
• Remove excess adhesive from joints
with a putty knife, and from tile with
a damp sponge.
• Do not walk on tiles until they are
set (usually in 24 hours).
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