Tile Installation Recommendations - Pillow Glass Tile Collection
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Adding modern flair to floors and walls, the Pillow Glass Mosaic Collection is available in seven color options, mounted on plastic or paper fronting.
The process of forming glass into bubble-like squares gives this tile its unique, pillowed shape and unparalleled brilliance. The Pillow glass Mosaic Collection is designed for almost any commercial and residential interior application, including floor accents, walls, ceilings, water feature, countertops, backsplashes and more.
Recommended Installation
Installation of all Pillow Glass Mosaic tiles should be done by qualified technicians. Special installation is required where the mosaic tiles will be subject to high temperatures, such as fireplace surrounds, behind cook tops and kitchen ranges not equipped with a back guard.
Substrates
All substrates should be firmly fixed, flat, clean, dry and free of contaminants. Wet areas need special attention and require appropriate substrates, e.g. concrete, cement boards (compressed sheet), and 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 2 inches.
Curved Surfaces
The Pillow Glass Mosaic Collection can be installed around gently curved surfaces. Some alteration of the tiles maybe required in order to create uniformity.
Adhesive
A cement-based adhesive is generally suitable on masonry substrates where no movement is anticipated. Where slight movement could occur through thermal or pedestrian loads, a modified cement adhesive should be used as a minimum.
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It is important that each piece is embedded in the adhesive. An appropriate notched trowel can be used to apply the thinset to no more than one square yard at a time. Do not use any hard objects to tap down the glass tiles.
Grouting
Grout should be suitable for joints up to 3/4 in width and designed for external or internal conditions which ever may be the case. Sanded grout is generally recommended for any grout joint larger than 1/8". Grouts are ordinarily water mix but where some flexibility may be needed, a latex additive or similar product should be used.
In the event that one desires to better expose the pebbles, it is suggested that during the grouting process, installer to repeatedly remove the excess grout from the joints by the use of a medium bristle brush and sponge. During this process, it is also recommended that, if necessary, the excess grout is carved from the edge of the pebbles by use of an appropriate knife.
Care and Cleaning
The Pillow Glass Mosaic Collection must be regularly cleaned and maintained to extend the life and beauty of the tile. Most dirt and stains can be cleaned with a mild detergent and soft cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners, powders, scouring pads, steel wool or sandpaper. Do not let soap, bleach or other cleaning solutions set on the surface.
NOT RECOMMENDED FOR:
The Pillow Glass Mosaic Collection is not recommended for areas:
• Subject to heavy impact or abrasion
• Subject to heavy abrasion
• Most exterior applications
• Where temperature exceeds 130 degrees Fahrenheit
