Use and Care Manual

SPLASHBACK TILE
Tile Installation Guide
SUBSTRATE
Tile must be installed over a suitable substrate to insure a proper installation. Tile should be installed over
a clean, sound, and flat surface, free of contaminates including curing compounds. Substrate should be
free of cracks. If used in a wet area you must waterproof. Tile must be sealed.
INSTALLATION
 To avoid affecting the color of the tile, White modified thin-set is recommended for all installations.
 Apply as much adhesive as can be covered within 10-15 minutes.
 Grout joint should be a minimum of 1/16” and not butt set.
 The trowel size you can use is a 9" Trowel - 1/16" square notch.
GROUTING
 Use Non-Sanded grout
 Grout joints should be packed full and free of voids and pits.
 Clean excess grout as the work progresses before it has hardens completely.
 Acids should never be used for cleaning grout haze.
 Use a damp sponge for the final cleaning and to smooth out the grout joints.
 It is recommended to use grout release, then grout the tile, then use a sealant to the tile such as
our MP90
 Highly recommended to purchase the Glass & Stone Installation/Maintenance Kit –
CUTTING
The recommended cutting method is to use a wet saw with a diamond blade that is specifically for cutting
glass. Edges can be sanded smooth after cutting.