TILE
All tile may be used for wall application.  Low relief and field tile is recommended for floor applications.  Tile with high relief may not be suitable for floor applications.  Tile may be installed in showers and in pools and their surrounding areas. Tile may be used around oven and cooktop, including backsplashes and range hoods and approximately 2 inches away from the fireplace openings.  All tile can be easily drilled and cut or mitered using a wet or dry saw.  The metal will not chip, flake or peel from any cutting or drilling.

We recommend that all tile be installed using a multipurpose, high-grade thin-set mortar.  Mask off tile to eliminate grout on all relief pieces and avoid scratching the finish. Using a small brush and water only, remove excess grout from tile before it dries.  Towel dry to avoid water spots.  All grout must be removed from the surface before it dries to eliminate damaging the finish.  GOJO® hand cleaner may be applied before grouting as a grout release and to remove grout haze on all surfaces after grout dries.

Warning: If using epoxy grout, all tile must be masked off.  Using a solvent to clean residual epoxy grout can remove the finish from the tile.  Polishing paste and abrasive polishing products are not recommended.  Stone enhancers and stone sealers may be used and will not prevent metal from aging.

Onlays and most tile may be used on existing substrates.  For stone use 2-part epoxy and seal around edges with clear bead of silicone.  Clear silicone can be used on glass and ceramic, seal edges with a bead of the silicone.  Wood & Furniture GOOP® or similar products work best on wood, dry wall and metal.  Refer to product label for instructions.  Seal around edges with clear bead of silicone to keep moisture out.

PLAQUES

Plaques can be used behind cooktop or as an inset in showers and cabinets.  The same installation for tile applies to plaques.

KORBELS

Korbels come with a slot in the back for ease of hanging or can be drilled for alternative mounting methods.

CABINET HARDWARE

Pull Knobs can be predrilled for the appropriate size screw.  Use 2-part epoxy or product like Wood & Furniture Goop® for Pull Handles, we do not recommend drilling.

MOSAICS

This information is provided as installation guidance, not as specific instructions.  Please follow the manufacturer's installation instructions for all products used.  We also recommend that an experienced mosaic installer perform the mosaic installation.

Mosaics should be kept flat in an enclosed box in a cool dry place until installation begins. Never expose mesh-backed mosaics to moisture or temperatures above 95 degrees.  To move or transport a mosaic, leave plastic sheet on back and carefully place on a piece of plywood or other solid surface.  Always remove plastic sheet before installation.

Mosaic medallions up to 48” are usually shipped as one piece.  Larger medallions may be shipped in multiple pieces.  Mosaic decos, connectors and liners should only be picked up one piece at a time.  Pick mosaics up with two hands at top or sides placing hands near corners or at corners of one side of the piece.  In some cases, this operation may require two or more people.  Lift mosaic straight up and place the opposite end of the mosaic in the mortar first.  Always take care to align piece in exact location so as not to require adjustment later.  Then proceed with mosaic stone installation techniques.

All mesh-backed products must be grouted.  Failure to do so will result in degradation of the setting material and/or pieces lifting or falling out.  Mesh-backed mosaics depend on the application of grout for their strength and resistance to the elements.  Wipe off all excess grout and do not allow grout to dry on the mosaic surface.  GOJO® hand cleaner may be applied before grouting as a grout release and to remove grout haze on all surfaces after grout dries.  See grout manufacturer's specifications for proper grout.  We recommend using an appropriate sealer after mosaic is grouted.  Stone sealer will not keep present metal from aging naturally.

PLEASE NOTE

Due to the natural variations in any handmade product, all dimensions given are approximate.  Installation should not begin until all products are on site.  A certain amount of variation in color, shade, tone and size is to be expected.  Such variations only enhance the natural beauty, character and uniqueness of the tile.  New tile (especially high polish, verdi and rust finishes) may not look exactly like the tile on concept boards that have been grouted, cleaned, polished, sealed and had time to age.

Please refer to Care Instructions for proper maintenance.

A copy of the Installation and Care Instructions along with a specification sheet (product photo, item number and size) is included with all orders.