Instructions / Assembly
Allow grout to firm up in the joints approximately 5 to 10 minutes, and begin cleaning process. Use a clean tile grout sponge and clean, cool water. Dampen sponge
and wring- out as much water as possible. Excessive water during cleanup will weaken grout. Work sponge diagonally to pick up excess grout on surface of blocks.
Run sponge lightly through joints to ensure joints are even.
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Wipe down should recur in multiple directions until all grout is removed from blocks and joints are smooth. Rinse and wring out sponge frequently. Let glass block wall
set for 15 minutes and wipe down again with a clean bucket of water. The grout will harden within 3 hours. At this point you can begin polishing glass blocks by wiping
down with a soft rag or towel. Wait four hours then apply grout sealer to all grout joints. Immediately wipe off any excess sealer with a clean, dry cloth to prevent it from
adhering to the glass blocks. For maximum protection it is recommended that you apply a second coat of sealer after the first coat has dried. After 72 hours cure of the
grout caulk all perimeter joints.
4. ACRYLIC SHOWER BASE CARE & CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
The Lucite
®
cast acrylic surface of all Pittsburgh Corning Shower Bases is among the glossiest, highest quality surfaces available. Its hard, non-porous surface
prevents dirt from accumulating and resists stains better than other materials. With normal use, Lucite cast acrylic will retain its beauty with only a minimal amount
of care. To maintain the high gloss, elegant look of the Lucite cast acrylic surface, follow these simple steps:
1. Use common household, non-abrasive cleaners for most cleaning jobs, (for example: Lysol Basin, Tub & Tile Cleaner
®
; Glass Plus
®
; Simple Green
®
; Mr. Clean; and
Top Job, or a mild dishwashing detergent such as Ivory
®
Liquid). Follow manufacturers’ directions and precautions. Rinse well and dry with a clean cloth.
2. Never use abrasive cleaners.
3. Do not allow your Lucite
®
cast acrylic surface to come into contact with products such as acetone (nail polish remover), nail polish, dry cleaning solution, lacquer
thinners, gasoline, pine oil, winter green, etc.
4. Remove dust and dry dirt with a soft, damp cloth.
5. Clean grease, oil, paint or ink stains with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol. Dry with a clean, soft cloth.
6. Avoid using razor blades or other sharp objects that might scratch the surface. Small scratches can be removed by applying a thin coat of automotive paste wax and
buffing lightly with a clean cloth. For deeper scratches, sand the surface lightly with a 400 grit “wet or dry” paper and buff with a fine-grit buffing compound.
5. IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE
We hope these instructions are clear and answer your questions about the installation of the Pittsburgh Corning Glass Block Shower Systems. For additional information
on Pittsburgh Corning Glass Block visit our website at www
.pittsburghcorning.com. For specific questions regarding the installation of the Pittsburgh Corning Glass Block
Shower System call Technical Support at 1-800-871-9918.