Installation Instructions

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When installing VersaTILE over concrete, make sure the surface

is well cured, dimensionally stable, free of cracks (some small

cracks may be acceptable), waxy or oily films and curing com-

pounds, and that the concrete slab is even enough and thick

enough for tiling.

A crack isolation and waterproof membrane may be required. Be

sure to include expansion joints as specified.

We strongly recommend consulting a professional tile contractor,

your local codes, and the Tile Council of North America's Hand-

book for Ceramic Tile Installation before tiling outdoors. Use only

setting and grouting materials suitable for tiling outdoors.

We recommend the use of a latex fortified thinset mortar and

sanded grout for most installations. See our ‘Tiling Outdoors Tips’

for more detailed information.

Before Installing

Installing VersaTILE

Outdoors

INDOOR / OUTDOOR A product of Metropolitan Ceramics

UNGLAZED CERAMIC QUARRY TILE

Azulejos Cerámicos Cuadrados No Glaseados

Over a concrete slab

Over an existing deck

Installing VersaTILE

Indoors

It is possible to tile with VersaTILE over an existing wood frame deck.

However, caution should be taken to use a proper backer board

substrate and membranes for installing above ground over a wood deck.

We recommend consulting a tile professional for this type of installation.

Conditions will vary from climate to climate and what may work well in

one climate may not work well in another.

Use only setting and grouting materials suitable for tiling outdoors. L

atex

modified thinset mortar and sanded grout or some epoxy resin grouts

may be suitable for this type of installation.

Metropolitan Ceramics makes reasonable effort to place accurate information in this flyer. However, Metropolitan Ceramics assumes no liability for any errors or omissions in these installation tips.

For detailed information on installing ceramic tile outdoors we suggest you consult the Tile Council of North America Handbook for Ceramic Tile Installation. www.tileusa.com

VersaTILE can be installed indoors in the same way, using the same

materials, and with virtually the same preparation as with other ceramic

floor tile.

Be sure to use the proper substrate for the application. For example, the

backer board and installation method selected for a dry area would be

different from that chosen for a wet or semi wet area. We recommend

the use of a latex motified thinset mortar and sanded grout for most

installations. VersaTILE can be installed both on floors and walls.

In preparation, consider the weight and height difference of tiling with a

1/2" thick tile versus thinner material. We strongly recommend consulting

a professional tile contractor, your local codes, and the Tile Council of

North America's Handbook for Ceramic Tile Installation before tiling.

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Summary of content (5 pages)

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INDOOR / OUTDOOR A product of Metropolitan Ceramics ® UNGLAZED CERAMIC QUARRY TILE Before Installing Azulejos Cerámicos Cuadrados No Glaseados Installing VersaTILE® Indoors VersaTILE can be installed indoors in the same way, using the same materials, and with virtually the same preparation as with other ceramic floor tile. Be sure to use the proper substrate for the application.
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INDOOR / OUTDOOR A product of Metropolitan Ceramics ® UNGLAZED CERAMIC QUARRY TILE How-to Guide Azulejos Cerámicos Cuadrados No Glaseados 1. FLOOR LAYOUT Find the center of the longest wall in the room. At 90º to that point, snap a chalk line across the floor. To the right of the center line, lay down a row of loose tile with 3/8'' space between.
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INDOOR / OUTDOOR A product of Metropolitan Ceramics ® UNGLAZED CERAMIC QUARRY TILE Azulejos Cerámicos Cuadrados No Glaseados Tiling Outdoors Installation Tips Before You Start Choose the area you plan to tile and measure to determine how much tile you will need to purchase. Be sure you are installing your Quarry Tile over a proper substrate. For outdoor installations this will most likely consist of a cement slab that is dry, clean, firm, flat, and that is properly prepared.
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