Installation Guide

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INFORMATION & GUIDELINES FOR THE INSTALLATION OF CUBIST MOSAICS

RECOMMENDED INSTALLATION

The varied sizes of cubic stones are hand sorted and glued onto a mesh backing, creating a three

dimensional surface. The 12” x 12” tile sheets can be trimmed to shape and are flexible to allow

contouring to various surfaces.

Because these tiles are made from natural stone, it is not unusual to find occasional flaws, veining,

or variations of color within the tile. This variation is considered to be a desired feature in the

product and adds to the three- dimensional look.

NOTE: this document contains only guidelines for the installation process. A professional installer

should always be consulted to discuss the specific parameters surrounding your project.

CURVED SURFACES

SOLISTONE Cubist mosaics can be installed around gently curved surfaces.

SUBSTRATES

All substrates should be firmly fixed, flat, clean, dry and free of contaminants such as dust, oil,

paint, sealers etc. to ensure proper adhesion. Painted surfaces must be scuffed or sanded for the

product and adhesive to bond correctly. Wet areas need special attention and require

appropriate substrates, e.g. concrete, cement boards (compressed sheet), and/or treated

plywood. The use of reinforced waterproof membranes is suggested.

WATERPROOF MEMBRANES

Waterproof membranes prevent leakage of water through to the sub-floor framing and/or

habitable spaces below. Particular attention must be paid to: carrying the membrane up the wall,

outside shower boxes, installation of bond breakers, and sealing around penetrations. It is

strongly recommended that membrane systems be used in all wet areas. Some systems may

involve the use of a primer.

CUTTING

Cuts can be done with either a wet saw or a hand grinder using a diamond or masonry blade.

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INFORMATION & GUIDELINES FOR THE INSTALLATION OF CUBIST MOSAICS RECOMMENDED INSTALLATION The varied sizes of cubic stones are hand sorted and glued onto a mesh backing, creating a three dimensional surface. The 12” x 12” tile sheets can be trimmed to shape and are flexible to allow contouring to various surfaces. Because these tiles are made from natural stone, it is not unusual to find occasional flaws, veining, or variations of color within the tile.
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ADHESIVE Follow the adhesive manufacturer’s instructions carefully. We do not recommend one brand of adhesive over another. Please check with your local tile supply store for alternative and comparable products. The manufacturer's literature will explain if the adhesive product is suitable for interiors and/or exteriors, as well as walls and floors. Most thinset mortars (multi purpose and polymer modified thinsets) are adequate for installing stone tile.