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INSTALLATION AND CARE OF ZELLIJ TILES MAROKK Zellij tile are 100% handmade by skilled artisans in Fez, Morocco. Dating back almost a millennium, Zellij are the world’s oldest tile still in production. Installation of Zellij tile is a mosaic work, where each tile will need to be turned and fitted like a puzzle. Follow this guide to achieve the best results during installation and for everyday use. UNPACKING: Position and adjust the tile by hand only. Do not use a hammer. Hammers and similar tools may damage the Unpack several boxes and mix the tile from different tile. For cutting the tile, we recommend using a wet boxes. This will help achieve the most beautiful tonal saw. Make sure to use a blade for natural stone. variations in the final installation. Deselect, if neces- sary, any tile with small defects that can be used for cuts later. GROUTING: NOTE: The varying thicknesses and hand-cut edges Thoroughly clean the tile with water and a sponge of the Zellij tile require the installer to pay close atten- once the adhesive is dry and before grouting. Leave tion to the grout lines. The edges of each tile are hand- the adhesive to dry for at least 24 hours. cut with a chisel hammer, and therefore more irregular NOTE: We recommend using a grout that is close to than conventional tile. the color of the tile. The closer the color of the grout This is part of the authenticity of the Zellij tile, and and color of the tile are, the more authentic and also what makes an installation come to life and stand beautiful the look will be. out. These small variations need to be accounted for Mix the grout paste until it develops a yoghurt-like when the tile are selected and installed. consistency, so you can grout even the very thin joints. Make sure to clean the tile with a damp cloth and INSTALLATION: remove all excess grout before it dries completely. Polish the tile with a clean dry cloth once the grout is Make sure that the surface is clean and level before dry. installation. Evenly apply a thick layer of adhesive to the surface with a 14 mm tooth-comb trowel. Expect to use 1.5–2 times more adhesive than normal to CARE AND CLEANING: compensate for the tile’s varying thicknesses, and use Wash the tile with a mild soap solution for regular it to adjust the height of the tile and compensate for cleaning. Stains, lime, etc. can be removed with edges that may rise above the surface plane. “Borup Kemi Rengøring til Marmor og Terrazzo”. We recommend installing the tile as close together Apply the detergent and let it work for 3-4 minutes, as possible. NOTE: This is a mosaic work, where you then scrub thoroughly with a non-abrasive scouring must carefully compare each edge of the tile with its pad. Finally, clean and wipe the tile with clean water. neighboring edge, to determine which edge fits best, before installing each tile. MAROKK.COM.

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