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ARTPOLE PAINTABLE GLASS REINFORCED GYPSUM TILES

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Please carefully read the installation instructions before starting the installation to help you attain the desired

results. The instructions are provided as guide as there are multiple effective methods to create a professional

installation. The ARTPOLE tiles are made with glass reinforced gypsum, which is a hard rock material with a

smooth paintable porcelain finish. Each tile measures 23.6”x23.6” and made to European measurements.

Thickness and weight vary depending on the 3D pattern.

WHAT IS A CONTINUOUS PATTERN FLOW?

Panel "flow" is when two panels are set side by side or top to bottom and properly aligned so that the pattern

flows visually from one panel to the next on all four sides. A “seamless” installation is attained when the seam at

the point where two panels come together has been filled with a filler compound, sanded down smooth to blend

the joint line between the two panels and given the final coats of primer.

PANEL LAYOUT CONFIGURATION

It is important to understand that installing a Textures-3D® Artpole panel is not the same as installing ceramic

tiles which have random patterns and there's nothing to match. All our panels have continuous pattern match on

all four sides, but this is only from factory edge to factory edge.

It is recommended that before the installation begins that four panels be removed from their boxes cover and

aligned on the floor to view how the pattern flows on all four sides.

STEP BY STEP INSTALLATION GUIDE

STEP 1. RECEIVING THE SHIPMENT

The panels will be shipped boxed or on a solid wood crate dependent on the number of panels. The crate has

been specifically designed and engineered to make sure that your order arrives undamaged. All shipments will be

delivered by UPS or Fed-Ex if they weigh less than 80lbs and by truck if the weight is higher than 80lbs.

Since the average panel weighs about 11lbs orders of more than seven panels will shipped through freight

transport. Unless otherwise requested we will specify that the delivery truck at destination have a lift and an

advanced call made to set up a window of time for delivery. We recommend that the contractor who will be

handling the installation be there to receive the shipment as the drivers will usually require assistance to unload

the shipment.

It is important that the box or crate be carefully inspected for any signs of exterior damage or puncture damage

that might be caused by a forklift. If you notice any damage, please note this on the Bill of Lading to establish

your claim. The trucking companies will avoid assuming liability if no claim of damage to the container is made at

the time of receipt, and it will become difficult to establish damage claims if damage is not noted in the Bill of

Lading.

STEP 2. UNLOADING SHIPMENT

After the driver unloads the crate from the truck using the lift, you will need a drill with a Phillips head to remove

the screws. Even though the tiles are individually boxed, remove the panels carefully and avoid dropping them.

This could cause cracks. Best thing to do if you are not ready to install is to remove the top and leave the

individually boxed panels in the crate until you are ready.

Summary of content (6 pages)

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[Type here] ARTPOLE PAINTABLE GLASS REINFORCED GYPSUM TILES INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Please carefully read the installation instructions before starting the installation to help you attain the desired results. The instructions are provided as guide as there are multiple effective methods to create a professional installation. The ARTPOLE tiles are made with glass reinforced gypsum, which is a hard rock material with a smooth paintable porcelain finish. Each tile measures 23.6”x23.
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[Type here] STEP 3. STORING THE PANELS Panels should be stored vertically until they are ready to be installed. Panels should not be stored flat to prevent warpage nor should they be tilted at an angle. If they are propped up vertically against a wall, make sure to plant a heavy object to prevent the panel from falling which could result in breakage. STEP 4. PREPARING TO INSTALL a. Tiles should be removed from their boxes and the cartons may be taped and used to protect the floor. b.
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[Type here] ***IF THE PATTERN FLOW DOES NOT MATCH, STOP AND CONTACT TEXTURES-3D® FOR TECHNICAL ADVICE. IMMEDIATELY CALL OUR OFFICE AT 818-346-3480. When the panels properly aligned, once they are filled with on the seams/joints, sanded, primed and painted, the seam should not be visible like the picture below that shows three panels side by side: PICTURE SAMPLE OF PROPERLY INSTALLED PANEL STEP 7.
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[Type here] you to create a perfect flat area but will firmly hold the 3D wall panels in place and prevent any travel or movement. Lay out panels with a laser level (preferred), starting from the bottom up and mark with a hand level or chalk line to ensure uniform installation. If panels are being placed directly up against one another, use the first panel as a reference point for adjoining panels to be installed.
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[Type here] avoid breathing the fine dust created while cutting and wear masks. If a wet-tile cutter is not used, spray the area well with water before cutting to reduce airborne dust. Before to dry the tiles before installing. If a panel needs to be cut, the cut edge should be one that ends against a wall, ceiling or floor as there will be no pattern flow from a cut edge to the next panel. Please note that continuous pattern flow is only between original factory edge to factory edge.
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[Type here] PRIMING AND PAINTING Once the seams are given their final sanding apply a coat of primer over sanded area with “sandable” primer sealer Benjamin Moor Spec 500 primer & sealer or Zinsser Bulls Eye Zero primer sealer. When dry apply a final coat of primer over the entire panel to even out the color. Contractors recommend the use of sandable primer sealers because they have nearly zero VOC formula, low odor, is fast drying and can be recoated in one hour.