Installation Guide

MIXING FOR POINTING JOINTS (Proportioned by Volume)
2 PARTS SAND; 1 PART TYPE N MASONRY CEMENT OR MORTAR CEMENT
METHOD 3: FLOOR APPLICATION METHOD
To install thin brick as a floor application, any of the industry-standard methods used to install traditional tile
flooring are acceptable.
NOTE: Thin Brick can be installed by “floating” the joints with grout using a grout release agent. However, to
achieve an authentic brick appearance, use pointing mortar applied with a grout bag and tooled with a
concave joint tool.
THIN BRICK INTERIOR
INSTALLATION METHODS
Installation Method 3 / Mix for Pointing Joints
Additional Information
1. As building codes vary by region, it is important to check local building codes for proper installation guidelines.
2. This Installation Guide serves as reference only and is not meant to act as a substitute for professional advice.
3. Considerations must be made for hot & cold weather construction. For additional information on hot & cold weather construction, refer to TMS 602-11/ACI
530.1-11/ASCE 6-11, Specification for Masonry Structures, Sections 1.8C and 1.8D.