Installation Guide

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INFORMATION & GUIDELINES FOR THE INSTALLATION OF POST MODERN MOSAICS
RECOMMENDED INSTALLATION
Post Modern mosaics are composed of marble, a natural stone. It is not unusual to find occasional
imperfections, veining, or variations of color within the tile. This variation is considered to be a
desired feature in the product.
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
As the individual pieces are tightly formed and firmly affixed to the mesh backing, SOLISTONE
Post Modern tiles are not recommended for installation 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, and in the case of floors, a
fall to the drainage point of no less than two inches.
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.
The mesh backing of the mosaic can be cut with a utility knife.