Recommendations for Questech® Tile and Trim Installations

APPLICATIONS (examples: latex mastic adhesive; acrylic . WALL: All tiles are recommended for use as latex adhesive). a wall covering in interior applications. . FLOOR: Tiles designated as “floor” are Setting Methods recommended for use as a wall or floor . Follow adhesive manufacturer’s covering. instructions for preparation, mixing, Installation, Use & Care . COUNTERTOPS: Tiles are NOT application, and cleanup. Instructions recommended for use as a surface for . Trowel a layer of adhesive on the back of countertops. each tile prior to placing on the combed Thank you for your purchase, please enjoy your . WET AREAS: The tiles can be installed in adhesive bed to obtain 100% coverage. new Questech Tile. Surface markings and wet areas such as backsplashes, bathroom . Do NOT beat in with the butt-end of the natural color variations are inherent qualities of walls and shower enclosures (including trowel. Questech Cast Stone, Cast Metal and Natural steam showers), but are NOT Stone; adding to the beauty of all Questech recommended in wet areas where pool Grouting Materials products. Please inspect your product prior to chemicals are present (swimming pools, hot installation. Use the following grouting materials: tubs, etc.) . Cement: A liquid latex (polymer) fortified . Questech Tile Warranty EXTERIOR: Tiles are NOT recommended for premium Portland cement grout The Questech limited warranty for Questech exterior applications. conforming to ANSI A118.6. Cast Stone Tile, Questech Cast Metal Tile, and . RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL: Tiles are . Epoxy: A water-cleanable grouting epoxy Questech Natural Stone Tile can be found at: recommended for residential and light conforming to ANSI A118.3. www.Questech.com/Warranty commercial applications. Grouting Methods Q-Seal™ Permanent Protection INSTALLATIONS INSTRUCTIONS . Follow grout manufacturer’s instructions Tile surfaces are protected by Q-Seal, a Follow generally accepted good practices for for preparation, mixing, application, and permanent sealer that is water and stain installation of ceramic tile. Take careful note of cleanup. resistant, protects against abrasion, and the following instructions specific to tiles Cast . To help with cleanup, we recommend features Ultra-Fresh® anti-microbial protection, in Questech. covering the tile surface with a high quality which inhibits the growth of stain and odor- painter’s tape. causing mold and mildew. Q-Seal is factory- Setting Materials . Clean-up residue as soon as possible after applied and never needs re-sealing. Use the following setting materials for proper grouting. Grout that is allowed to harden adhesion: may be difficult to remove. Q-Seal Warranty . Thin-Set: A liquid latex (polymer) fortified . Do NOT use scouring pads, steel wool, Q-Seal is guaranteed to be water and stain premium thin-set Portland cement mortar sandpaper, or other abrasive implements to resistant for as long as you own your home. For conforming to ANSI A118.4. remove grout haze, or damage to the tile complete warranty information please visit: . Epoxy Adhesives: A water-cleanable epoxy www.Questech.com/Warranty surface may result. mortar conforming to ANSI A118.3. . Mastics & Adhesives: A Type 1 organic adhesive conforming to ANSI A136.1

Copyright © 2016 Questech Corporation. All Rights Reserved. Part Number: INFO037 Rev.09.13.16 | Ultra-Fresh® is a registered trademark of Thomson Research Associates. CUTTING INSTRUCTIONS AND SAFETY HIGH-TEMPERATURE INSTALLATION Fireplace Surrounds Be sure to wear appropriate eye protection and High-temperature installations are those where To ensure proper bond, maintain a minimum an approved dust respirator when cutting, tiled surfaces will be subject to temperatures clearance of 6" from the fireplace opening. grinding or drilling tiles. 130°F (55°C) or greater. Common applications When used above and projecting more than . The tiles are best cut or mitered with a include: Certain kitchen cook tops, fireplace 1½” from a fireplace face, maintain a minimum diamond abrasive wet-saw. surrounds and steam rooms. Follow the high clearance of 12” above the fireplace opening. . Tiles can be drilled with a high-speed drill or temperature installation instructions to ensure Consult state and local building codes to a hole saw. proper adhesion. determine if more clearance is required in your . Tiles can also be cut or drilled with a rotary Important Note: Tiles are not recommended in area. Follow the high-temperature installation saw (ex. Roto Zip, Dremel). areas where the tiled surface temperature will instructions. . Do NOT use tile cutters designed to score exceed 212°F (100°C). For example, do not and break tiles. install tiles as a heat shield behind a wood (or Steam Rooms gas) stove. To ensure proper bond, follow the high- CARE AND MAINTENANCE temperature installation instructions. . To clean, use an ordinary household Behind Cook-Tops without a Back-Guard (or cleaner. For best results, we recommend a back mount control panel) High-Temperature Installation liquid, non-abrasive cleaner. To ensure proper bond, maintain a minimum Instructions . Liquid abrasive household cleaners should distance of 4.5” inches between tiled surfaces . Set tile with a water-cleanable epoxy be used only after being tested in a small and heat source. For the wall area directly mortar conforming to ANSI A118.3. inconspicuous area to ensure that no behind and within 18 inches above the cooking . Grout tile with a water-cleanable grouting damage will result. surface, follow the high-temperature epoxy conforming to ANSI A118.3. . Do NOT clean with scouring pads, steel installation instructions. . Follow setting and grouting instructions wool, or other abrasive implements or found in the Installation Instructions section damage to the tile surface may result. of this document. . Cleaners containing ammonia, bleach or other harsh chemicals should be wiped up shortly after application or damage to the tile surface may result.