Installation & Assembly

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Mosaic Tile Installation Guide
Introduction
The following information is intended as an overview of the mosaic tile installation process. It is not meant as a
step by-step instruction manual, but rather to familiarize yourself with the basic process. Carefully follow all
instructions provided by the manufacturers of your setting materials to ensure success.
Tools
Have the right tools and installation products before you begin your mosaic tile installation. Some of the supplies
you may need are a wet saw, tile nippers, safety glasses, trowels, sponges, grout, tile spacers, thinset, gloves, a
grout float and a few buckets.
Surface Preparation
Your installation surface/subfloor must be sound, flat, solid, and clean of all debris.
Layout pattern
Plan your layout by measuring carefully to minimize cuts and dry lay your mosaic tile sheets for fit. It is also
beneficial to see if you want mix sheets from different cases to prevent any obvious shade variations.
Cutting Tile
If you need to cut the mosaic tile, use tile nippers, a tile cutter, or a diamond-tipped wet saw to cut it to a desired
size. Follow safety precautions and wear protective glasses. Our mosaic tiles have a mesh backing that ensures
appropriate bonding and spacing between the individual tiles during installation. For optimal performance, avoid
exposing the mesh to excessive moisture during installation. For this reason, it may be beneficial to dry the backing
of the sheet after it has been cut with a wet tile saw.
Thinset
Be sure to select the correct type of adhesive suitable for your installation. This can vary by tile material and
installation location. There are a variety of adhesives available, such as mastic, thinset, polymer-modified thinset
and epoxy. Follow the instructions provided by the manufacturer of your chosen adhesive.
Laying the Tiles
Apply the thinset with an appropriately sized notched trowel, then lay and press the tile sheets in place, using a
rubber mallet if needed. Use spacers to create uniform grout lines between sheets.