Installation & Assembly

MAINTENANCE TIPS

Aswithanyooringmaterial,generalcleaningtechniquesofporcelainandceramictiledependonthe

surface,textureandconditionofthesurface.Waterandasoftspongewillusuallybeenoughtoclean

the surface of M S International ceramic and porcelain products.

If you clean with something other than water, however, opt for a neutral pH cleaner that will not affect

thenish.Youcanndneutralcleanersatmosthomecentersandtileshowrooms.Alwaystestthe

cleaneronasmallarearst.Iftileorstoneisheavilysoiled,werecommendthataprofessional

cleaning company determines the proper cleaning technique.

Page 2 of 2Porcelain Installation Guide

INSTALLATION

1. Begin laying the tile from the center of the room, using

your reference lines as your guide.

2. Spread thinset with the notched edge of a trowel. Larger

tiles require more thin set and a larger notched trowel.

3. As you lay your tile, you can use plastic spacers to help

ensure you have straight grout lines. You will remove the

spacers before the thinset dries.

4. Clean up any excess thinset immediately using the

manufacturerʼs instructions.

5. After a few rows of tile are installed, set them with a tile

level and a mallet.

6. As you reach the perimeter of the room, cut and adjust

tiles to complete your installation. A wet cut tile saw is

recommended for cutting porcelain. Do not dry cut

using motorized equipment due to the potential for

exposure to harmful silica dust. Use a wet saw or a

score and snap tool when cutting is necessary during

the installation process.

7. Allow the tile to set according to the manufacturerʼs

instructions. Grout the tile.

8. Clean the tile surface with a damp sponge and

clean water.

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