INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS


Glass:

Slight variations in caliber and color are hallmarks of handmade glass. Check this before installation.

In order to properly install glass pieces, spread out an even layer of white multipurpose thin set mortar over the surface on which the glass will be installed. Multipurpose is recommended as long as it is suitable for glass. Use a flat trowel that does not leave furrows to apply the adhesive. Smooth with flat part of trowel. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions.

Once an even layer of thin set mortar has been spread out on 100% of the surface, begin to bond the pieces by applying a small amount of pressure on them in order to eliminate any voids or bubbles between pieces and the wall. If you notice that some area is not covered with adhesive, more should be applied—caution: only use hand applied pressure.

As you install the mosaic sheets, leave a small separating joint between the sheets, equal to the grout joint between the mosaics. The pieces should be grouted with the color of your choice. In the event some piece requires cutting, use a diamond blade. Holes can be drilled using a bit for glass at a low speed.

Note: Harmony Collection’s Winterfrost and Igneous come mounted to a clear tape. Install tape side up. Let dry for 24 hours, remove tape and then grout.

When in doubt and for more specifics, refer to TCNA (Tile Council of North America) The Industry’s guide for Installation Practices.


Porcelain:

Porcelain tile is a manmade tile. It can be unglazed, glazed, or honed to a high polish. Because of the composition of the body and how the tile is manufactured, the finished product is impervious, having less than 0.5% water absorption.


Due to the tile’s low absorption, setting materials specifically recommended for porcelain tile installation by the setting material manufacturer should be used.


When in doubt and for more specifics, refer to TCNA (Tile Council of North America) The Industry’s guide for Installation Practices.



CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS


Glass:

To clean, we recommend the use of glass cleaner or neutral soap and subsequent drying with a clean, soft cloth. Improper handling will cause scratching and chipping. The use of detergents and abrasives (cleaning powder) may cause irreversible damage to pieces. Should you have any doubts, get in touch with the manufacturer of the cleaning product.


To clean, we recommend the use of glass cleaner or neutral soap and subsequent drying with a clean, soft cloth. Improper handling will cause scratching and chipping. The use of detergents and abrasives (cleaning powder) may cause irreversible damage to pieces. Should you have any doubts, get in touch with the manufacturer of the cleaning product.

Culture brick pieces with a matte finish: do not stain the front part with adhesive or grout during installation. It is recommended that marble restoration or polishing treatment be applied once a year.


Porcelain:

General maintenance and cleaning of porcelain tile will vary depending on the surface and soil load. General cleaning should be performed first by sweeping or vacuuming to remove loose soil or other surface contaminants, and then lightly damp mopping with clean water.

Depending on the soil load, a more aggressive cleaning process may be required. This would include the use of a neutral cleaner or a general household cleaner, followed by a thorough rinsing.