Quickship Glass / Natural Stone

QuickSHIP glass / natural stone

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Chicago Glass & Stone ...... 2 Glass Crystal ...... 4 Elements ...... 6 Melange ...... 7 Resort ...... 8 Stix ...... 9 Marble Arabescato ...... 10 Athens Gray ...... 12 Cavalier ...... 14 Crema Marfil ...... 16 For your convenience, the products shown in this Driftwood ...... 18 catalog are all stocked in our Central Service Center. Gray Cloud ...... 20 Orders placed before noon are available within 1 business day. Highland Gris ...... 22 Italian Carrara ...... 24 Mariner ...... 28 Ming Green ...... 30 Mystic ...... 32 Wooden White ...... 34 Pebbles Sliced ...... 36 Slate & Quartzite �� 38

Travertine Durango ...... 39 Glass Guidelines ...... 40 Natural Stone Guidelines ...... 41

Very High Shade Variation: All natural stone products have an extreme variation in color, shade and texture. To ensure an even variation of color and surface texture, blend stones from multiple cartons. All material must be reviewed prior to installation, as no concessions will be made after installation.

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Light Blue Glass 3x9 Tile 53GLALIG39

Medium Blue Glass 3x9 Tile Arabescato and Zebra Flat Pebbles Waterjet Trellis Thassos and Carrara Arabescato 1” Hex Arabescato 1” Hex Boardwalk Arabescato 53GLAMED39 Marble (11.75x11.75 Sheet) White Polished Marble Polished Marble Honed Marble 1x3 Herringbone Marble 53PEBARAZEB12 (8.7x8.89 Sheet) 53MARARA1HP 53MARARA1HH 53HERARA13 53WATTRETHACARP

Linen Glass 1.5x6 Linear (11.81x12.5 Sheet) Carrara White 2” Hex Waterjet Marrakech Thassos, Carrara Waterjet Shell Arabescato 53GLALIN16B Carrara Octagon with Mountain Blue Waterjet Piazza Zebra White Polished Marble White Marble (8.74x9.84 Sheet) Polished Marble (11x11.5 Sheet) Polished Marble (10.63x11.61 Sheet) and Thassos Polished Marble 92MARCAR2HP 53WATMARTHACARP 53SHEARA12P 53MARCAR1112O (11.89x11.89 Sheet) 53WATPIAZEBTHAP

Gray Cloud 1” Hex Polished Marble Arabescato 2x4 Brick Waterjet Mini Arabesque Carrara Waterjet Synergy Weave 53MARGRA1HP Polished Marble White Polished Marble Arabescato Polished Marble 53MARARA24BP (10.24x10.63 Sheet (12x12.75 Sheet) Rubik Square Pattern Waterjet Hex Thassos, Carrara, and 53WATARACARP 53SYNARA1213P Mountain Blue and Thassos Marble Black Water Polished Marble (12x12.75 Sheet) (14x16 Sheet) 53RUBSQU12 53WATHEXTHACARP

Ancient Sky 2” Hex (11.81x11.81 Sheet) Arabescato and Carrara Chevron Mosaics sold by 12x12 sheets unless otherwise stated. 53HEXANC2 Polished Marble (11.15x11.75 Sheet) Please Note: It is recommended on Waterjet Mosaics to 53CHEARACAR12P install with a light colored grout to best compliment the look. 2 3 chicago glass & stone chicago glass & stone CRYSTAL GLASS CRYSTAL GLASS

3/8x6 Super White Liner 3/8x6 Icelandic Blue Liner 1/2x12 Feather Pencil Liner 1/2x12 Beluga Pencil Liner 1/2x12 Angora Pencil Liner 53CRYSUP386L 53CRYICE386L 53CRYFEA112P 53CRYBEL112P 53CRYANG112P

1/2x12 Super White Pencil 1/2x12 Icelandic Blue Liner Pencil Liner 53CRYSUP112P 53CRYICE112P

3x6 Feather 3x6 Beluga 3x6 Angora 53CRYFEA36 53CRYBEL36 53CRYANG36

3x6 Super White 3x6 Icelandic Blue 53CRYSUP36 53CRYICE36

3/8x6 Moscato Liner 3/8x6 Gray Liner 53CRYMOS386L 53CRYGRA386L

1/2x12 Moscato Pencil Liner 1/2x12 Gray Pencil Liner 1.5x6 Linen Linear Mosaic 53CRYMOS112P 53CRYGRA112P 53GLALIN16B

3x6 Moscato 3x6 Gray 53CRYMOS36 53CRYGRA36

Moscato Stagger Gray Stagger 53CRYMOSSTA 53CRYGRASTA

Stagger sold on 13.6x11.7 Sheets (Gray, Moscato only)

Mosaics sold on 12x12 Sheets 4 5 glass glass ELEMENTS MELANGE

1/2” Polar 1/2” Cosmos 1/2” Beach 53ELEPOL12M 53ELECOS12M * 53ELEBEA12M Crema Marfil Marble Gray Cloud Marble Brick Brick with Mother of with Mother of Pearl, Pearl and Glass Stainless and Black 53MELCRE12 Glass 53MELGRA12

Polar Linear Cosmos Linear Beach Linear 53ELEPOL12LM 53ELECOS12LM * 53ELEBEA12LM

Wooden White and Athens Gray and Gray Arabescato Marble Brick Cloud Marble Brick with with Mother of Pearl Mother of Pearl and and Super White Glass Super White Glass 53MELWHI12 53MELATH12

1/2” Stone 1/2” Branch Twilight Linear 53ELESTO12M 53ELEBRA12M * 53ELETWI12LM *

Stone Linear 53ELESTO12LM

* Noted items are discontinued and available only while stock inventory lasts

Mosaics sold on 12x12 Sheets Mosaics sold on 12x12 Sheets 6 7 glass glass RESORT STIX

Spa Blend Relax Blend Mineral 53RESSPA12M 53RESREL12M 53STIMIN12M (Coordinates with (Coordinates with (Glass and Golden Harvest Quartzite) Thassos Marble) Wooden White Marble)

Calm Blend Zen Blend 53RESCAL12M 53RESZEN12M (Coordinates with (Coordinates with Calacatta Marble) Crema Marfil Marble)

* Noted items are discontinued and available only while stock inventory lasts

Mosaics sold on 12x12 Sheets Mosaics sold on 12x12 Sheets 8 9 glass glass ARABESCATO MARBLE

Waterjet Shell Polished Chevron w/Carrara Pol. Polished Quadrafoil Flat Pebbles with Zebra (11x11.5 Sheet) (11.15x11.75 Sheet) with Gray Lady (11.75x11.75 Sheet) 53SHEARA12P 53CHEARACAR12P 53MARARA12QP 53PEBARAZEB12

Polished and Honed Polished Basketweave Polished Basketweave Athens Gray Honed Mod Basketweave with Athens Gray Dot with Black Dot with Arabescato Polished 53MARARAR12B 53MARARAT12B 53MARARA12BM 53MODATH12HP *

4x12 Bullnose Brush - 53MARARA412B * Pol - 53MARARA412P *

Melange Wooden White Waterjet Synergy Weave and Arabescato Brick Arabescato Polished with Mother of Pearl (12x12.75 Sheet) 53MELATH12 53SYNARA1213P 20” Corner Seat * Appenine with Silver Foil 1x2 Honed Brick 1x3 Polished Herringbone 2x4 Polished Brick 53PIEAPP12L 53MARARA12M Boardwalk 53MARARA24BP 53HERARA13 White Carrara Thresholds 2x36x3/4 - 2x36x3/8 4x28x5/8 - 4x30x5/8 4x36x5/8 - 4x50x5/8 4x72x5/8 - 6x36x5/8 6x72x5/8

* Noted items are discontinued and available only while stock inventory lasts

1” Polished Hexagon 1” Honed Hexagon Polished / Honed Bubbles Due to the addition of a resin mesh for added stability, TEC’s Super Flex™ or 100% Solids Epoxy Mortar is 53MARARA1HP 53MARARA1HH 53MARARA12BS required for proper installation of all mosaics. Mosaics sold on 12x12 sheets unless otherwise stated. Note: It is recommended on Waterjet Mosaics to install with a light colored grout to best compliment the look. 10 11 marble marble ATHENS GRAY MARBLE

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2x2 Honed Athens Gray Honed Mod 53MARATH2MH * with Arabescato Polished 53MODATH12HP *

Honed Vein Cut * 3x6 53MARATH36H 3x12 53MARATH312H 12x12 53MARATH12H Melange Athens Gray and Polished Arabescato Basket Gray Cloud Brick with with Athens Gray Dot Mother of Pearl 53MARARAT12B 53MELATH12

6x20 3D Ledger 53MARATH620L *

11x12 Linear 53MARATH11LH *

4x12 Bullnose 53MARAT412BH * 10” Shelf

Thresholds 4x36x3/4 4x50x3/4 * 6x72x3/4

We recommend installing Athens Gray Marble with Super Flex™ or epoxy mortar since these are moisture sensitive stones. Mosaics sold on 12x12 Sheets. * Noted items are discontinued and available only while stock inventory lasts 12 13 marble marble CAVALIER MARBLE

3x6 Leathered 3x12 Leathered 3x6 Polished 3x12 Polished 72MARCAV36L 72MARCAV312L 72MARCAV36P 72MARCAV312P

12x24 Leathered 12x24 Polished 72MARCAV1224L 72MARCAV1224P

1/2x12 Somerset Pencil Leathered 72MARCAV512SPL Polished 72MARCAV512SPP 1x12 Pencil Leathered 72MARCAV112PL Polished 72MARCAV112PP

2” Hexagon Leathered 72MARCAV2HL Polished 72MARCAV2HP

Mosaics sold on 12x12 Sheets

leathered polished

14 15 marble marble CREMA MARFIL MARBLE

5/8” Polishedl Melange Brick with Mother of Pearl Resort Collection Zen Blend 65MARCRE58MP * 53MELCRE12 53RESZEN12M

3x12 Persian Green Scroll Border with Wooden Yellow and Crema Marfil 53SCRGRE312 *

Crema Marfil 10” Corner Shelf 65FIXCRECS10 *

3x3 Border Corner Thassos Polished Mod 53SCRGRE3C * with Crema Marfil Crema Marfil Threshold 53MODTHA12P * 4x36x3/4 65436CRE34 *

Dark Emperador 1x12 Pencil Polished 65MARDA112PP *

Dark Emperador 10” Shelf Polished 65FIXDARCS10 *

Dark Emperador Thresholds 4x36x3/4 65436DAR34 * 4x50x3/4 65450DAR34 * 6x72x3/4 65672DAR34 *

* Noted items are discontinued and available only while stock inventory lasts

Due to the addition of a resin mesh for added stability, TEC’s Super Flex™ or 100% Solids Epoxy Mortar is required for proper installation of all mosaics. Mosaics sold on 12x12 Sheets. 16 17 marble marble DRIFTWOOD MARBLE

3x12 Polished 72MARDRI312P

3” Hexagon Polished 72MARDRI3HP

12x24 Polished 72MARDRI1224P

Insignia Chevron Polished 72MARDRI12CP

1/2x12 Somerset Pencil Polished 72MARDRI512SPP 1x12 Pencil Polished 72MARDRI112PP

Mosaics sold on 12x12 Sheets

polished

18 19 marble marble GRAY CLOUD MARBLE

5/8” Polished 1” Polished Hex 53MARGRA58MP * 53MARGRA1HP

Polished * 12x12 53MARGRA12PO

1x2 Honed Brick 2x2 Polished 53MARGRA12M 53MARGRA2MP *

2x12 Chair Rail Polished 53MAGRA212PC *

Melange Brick with Mother Melange Athens Gray and Polished Basketweave with of Pearl and Stainless Gray Cloud Brick with Snow White Dot 53MELGRA12 Mother of Pearl 53MARGRA12BM * 53MELATH12

* Noted items are discontinued and available only while stock inventory lasts

3x6 Honed 3x12 Honed 3x6 Polished 3x12 Polished 72MARHIG36H 72MARHIG312H 72MARHIG36P 72MARHIG312P

Insignia Chevron Honed 72MARHIG12CH Polished 72MARHIG12CP

12x24 Honed 12x24 Polished 72MARHIG1224H 72MARHIG1224P

1/2x12 Somerset Pencil Honed 72MARHIG512SPH Polished 72MARHIG512SPP 3” Hexagon Honed 72MARHIG3HH 1x12 Pencil Polished Polished 72MARHIG3HP 10” Shelf Polished 72MARHIG112PP 72FIXHIGCS10 20” Seat Polished 72FIXHIGCS20 2x12 Chair Rail Polished 72MARHIG212CP

Mosaics sold on 12x12 Sheets 2x2 Mosaic Honed 72MARHIG2MH Polished 72MARHIG2MP

Note: All dolomitic stones tend to appear darker in color when the surface is polished whereas honed finishes appear lighter due of the nature of the duller surface. They also appear darker when they are wet. Field tile darkens significantly when installed.

Due to the inherent characteristics of this natural stone, the material will absorb moisture during the installation process and will look darker in appearance. As conditions will vary, it will take time for the product to fully honed polished cure and dry out.

22 23 marble marble ITALIAN CARRARA MARBLE

12x12 Polished 12x12 Honed 92MARCAR12P 92MARCAR12H

3x6 Polished 3x6 Honed 92MARCAR36PN 92MARCAR36H2

These items are discontinued and available only while stock inventory lasts 24 25 marble marble Carrara Marble has been used since the days of Ancient Rome. Known for its timeless beauty, 1/2x12 Pencil Honed Carrara Marble has been used in some of the world’s most notable structures. The Pantheon 92MARCAR112H and Trajan’s Column are entirely constructed of Carrara Marble. Micheangelo’s David, built in 1504 during the Renaissance, is a true testament to the stone’s inherent beauty.

Authentic Carrara Marble can only be quarried from Carrara, Italy. Other white and gray 1/2x12 Pencil Polished stones may look similar to Carrara, but true Italian Carrara Marble is rare. Within the quarries 92MARCAR112P of Carrara, there can be slabs and tiles that show wide gray veining or narrow veining, and some may show no veining at all. This is the characteristic beauty and uniqueness of natural 1” Polished Honeycomb 2” Polished Hex Waterjet Mini Arabesque stone. (12.25x11.25 Sheet) 92MARCAR2HP Carrara White Polished It is critical that an experienced installer handles the application of Carrara Marble. The 92MARCAR1HP (10.24x10.63 Sheet) installer must review all the material and blend tiles from multiple boxes within all the different 53WATARACARP crates on hand so that the veining and coloring are put together to create a harmonious overall effect of the entire color range. 10” Corner Shelf 20” Corner Seat

1x3 Herringbone Polished Arabescato and Carrara Waterjet Hex Thassos, (13.5x14 Sheet) Chevron Polished Carrara, Black Water 92MARCAR13HP (11.15x11.75 Sheet) Polished (14x16 Sheet) 53CHEARACAR12P 53WATHEXTHACARP

Waterjet Marrakech Waterjet Trellis Thassos, Carrara Octagon with Thassos, Carrara White Carrara White Polished Mountain Blue Polished (8.74x9.84 Sheet) (8.7x8.89 Sheet) (10.63x11.61 Sheet) 53WATMARTHACARP 53WATTRETHACARP 53MARCAR1112O

Please Note: It is recommended on Waterjet Mosaics to install with a light colored grout to best compliment the look.

Mosaics sold by 12x12 sheets unless otherwise stated. 26 27 marble marble MARINER MARBLE

3x6 Leathered 3x12 Leathered 3x6 Polished 3x12 Polished 72MARMAR36L 72MARMAR312L 72MARMAR36P 72MARMAR312P

12x24 Leathered 12x24 Polished 72MARMAR1224L 72MARMAR1224P

1/2x12 Somerset Pencil Leathered 72MARMAR512SPL Polished 72MARMAR512SPP 1x12 Pencil 10” Shelf Polished Leathered 72MARMAR112PL 72FIXMARCS10 Polished 72MARMAR112PP

2” Hexagon Leathered 72MARMAR2HL 4x36x3/4 Threshold 72436MAR34 Polished 72MARMAR2HP 6x72x3/4 Threshold 72672MAR34

Mosaics sold on 12x12 Sheets

leathered polished

28 29 marble marble MING GREEN MARBLE

5/8” Polished Polished Basketweave Polished Snow White Seaweed 65MARMIN58MP * with Snow White Dot with Ming Green 65MARMIN12BM * 53MARSNO12SW *

1x12 Pencil Molding Polished 65MARMI112PP *

4x12 Bullnose Polished 65MARMIN412P *

* Noted items are discontinued and available only while stock inventory lasts

3x6 Honed 72MARMYS36H 3x6 Polished 72MARMYS36P

2” Hexagon Honed 72MARMYS2HH Polished 72MARMYS2HP

12x24 Honed 72MARMYS1224H

1/2x12 Somerset Pencil Honed 72MARMYS512SPH Polished 72MARMYS512SPP 1x12 Pencil Honed 72MARMYS112PH 1x3 Herringbone Polished 72MARMYS112PP Honed 72MARMYS13HH Polished 72MARMYS13HP

Mosaics sold on 12x12 Sheets

32 33 marble marble WOODEN WHITE MARBLE

Scan this code to see a video on this product! 3x6 Honed Vein Cut 53MARWHI36H * 5/8” Honed Melange Wooden White 53MARWHI58MH * and Arabescato Brick with Mother of Pearl 53MELWHI12

6x24 Honed Vein Cut 53MARWHI624H *

11x12 Linear Resort Collection 53MARWHI11LH * Relax Blend 53RESREL12M

2x12 Cornice 53MARWH212CH *

10” Shelf 20” Corner Seat

4x12 Bullnose Thresholds 53MARWH412BH * 4x36x3/4 4x50x3/4 * 6x72x3/4

We recommend installing Wooden White Marble with Super Flex™ or epoxy mortar since these are moisture sensitive stones. Mosaics sold on 12x12 Sheets. * Noted items are discontinued and available only while stock inventory lasts 34 35 marble marble SLICED

Shadow Sliced Shadow Blend Sliced 47BOTSHA12SL 47BOTSHABLE12SL

Cream Sliced Olive Sliced 47BOTCRE12SL 47BOTOLI12SL

Khaki Sliced Blend Sliced 47BOTKHA12SL 47BOTBLE12SL

4x12 Bullnose 64DURBEI412B * 8 or 10” Rope Edge Corner Shelf * Also available in Durango 12x12 Splitface 8” Bullnose Edge * Thresholds Random Mosaic 3x36x3/4 * 64DURBEI12SB * Mineral Stix Linear 4x36x3/4 6x24 Ledger Corner 4x48x3/4 * 53STIMIN12M Durango 6x24 Honed & Filled 53SLAMUL624C * 6x72x3/4 Vein Cut Bevel Edge 64DURBEI624V * 10” Bevel Edge Corner Shelf 8” Bullnose Edge Soap Dish *

* Noted items are discontinued and available only while stock inventory lasts * Noted items are discontinued and available only while stock inventory lasts The tumbling process results in size variation from stone to stone as seen in the mounting of tumbled mosaics. Due to the addition of a resin mesh for added stability, TEC’s Super Flex™ or 100% Solids Due to the irregular nature of the split face mosaic, minimal gaps may appear between the interlocking sheets. Epoxy Mortar is required for proper installation of all mosaics. Mosaics sold on 12x12 Sheets. We recommend that a matching grout is used to fill these voids to eliminate potential shadowing. 38 39 slate & quartzite travertine Glass Tile Guidelines • Although glass tile does not require a sealer, grout may be sealed with an appropriate grout sealer. • Underwater installations should cure 3 to 4 weeks after grouting prior to filling with water. Not all glass tile Glass tile can be divided into two basic categories: Cast and Fused. Cast glass is a solid product that consists of a is suitable for underwater installations. hot liquid that is poured and then cooled. The color is either applied to the back of the tile or within the glass itself. Fused glass is a layered product that literally “sandwiches” different pieces of glass together. It is then heated, or Care & Maintenance fused together to create one unit. Wiping the glass surface with a damp sponge or cloth is usually sufficient. When stronger cleaning is needed, glass Due to the hand-made nature of many glass tiles, there will be a certain amount of variation in color, size, shade, tile may be cleaned with any non-abrasive floor, wall or glass cleaner applied with a damp cloth or sponge. Residue tone and texture. You may notice bubbles, wrinkles, or folds in the tile which is consistent with all glass products. from “hard water” can be removed with specific cleaners; however, these cleaners may affect colored grouts and a test should be made first in an inconspicuous place. Please see the Mosaic Glass Tile Care & Maintenance Guide Substrates & Setting Materials for more information. Glass tile can be specified for most tile applications. While most are for wall use only, some are suitable for light floor NOTE: The preceding instructions are meant to be a general guide to most installations under normal conditions. usage or underwater. Consult individual product guides to verify suitability for your specific installation location. Please read and understand this information before installation. If you have no specific experience with the installation Glass tile has a wide range of properties requiring the use of the most stable substrates and specifically recommended of glass products, or if you have any doubt about the installation, use and/or care of glass tile products, obtain setting materials. The potential for high expansion and contraction requires the installation of expansion/movement professional installation and advice. joints per TCA’s EJ171-05 (unless otherwise noted). Suitable substrates include well-cured mortar beds, cementitious backer boards, concrete slabs and gypsum board. Caution: Directly bonding glass tile to wood substrates is NOT recommended. Some products may require the installation of a crack isolation membrane. Consult your Natural Stone Guidelines manufacturer’s recommendations if in doubt. Natural Stone tiles should be installed by an experienced and qualified tile contractor or stone mason. Since these are Appropriate setting materials include white latex modified thin sets such as Premium Plus Thin-Set Mortar mixed natural products, it is essential that the client and the installer use appropriate setting materials that are specifically with Custom Flex Ultra-Strength Latex Additive, Non Sag Mortar mixed with Custom Flex Ultra-Strength Latex designed for use with stone. Mosaic is happy to assist in the choice of setting materials, however, we cannot be held Additive, Super Flex Premium Latex Modified Thin-Set and Full Set Plus Premium Thin-Set Mortar mixed with Extra responsible for their use for any particular purpose. We recommend TEC and Custom Building Products installation Flex Ultra-Strength Latex Additive. materials and can provide you with more specific instructions based on your particular application. Since each stone is unique with respect to color, veining, structure, etc., any samples that are submitted are intended to merely It is strongly recommended that organic adhesives NOT be used in installation of glass tiles as they can yellow and suggest the final outcome. Due to the inherent characteristics of the material, variations are guaranteed and part of their bonding strength is weaker. Epoxy is NOT recommended either since it is not flexible enough and may change the natural beauty of each stone. color in ultra violet light. Installation & Cutting Blending Inspect products before installation for any visible defect and/or other aspects that may be questionable (chipped Often the range and variation of patterns within one color and finish of stone is random – or it could be consistent. edges, scratched surfaces, etc.) Installation of products constitutes acceptance of the product and no claims will be Since stone tiles are cut from large blocks, the patterning may be consistent within one carton but vary greatly from honored after installation. The following are some installation notes and guidelines: the next. Before starting an installation, it is imperative that all tiles be blended and sorted so the complete range can be seen. Mixing the tiles from all cartons will ensure a more uniform and well blended overall look. • Some products are “face” mounted. Be sure to verify which side to install prior to laying the tile, as the two surfaces may appear similar. Dry Layout • Use a 3/16” x 1/4” notched trowel for even coverage. Back butter all glass tiles with a thin layer of the Most natural stones are one of the following: mortar to avoid seeing trowel marks and air pockets, as well as to ensure full contact. Do not exceed the Directional – Grain running in one direction across the tile, like Onyx recommended mortar thickness, as excessive shrinkage can occur as it cures which may result in cracks. Figured – Veins and markings running in swirls or a number of directions, like Marble • Work in small areas of 4 to 6 square feet that can be accomplished in 15-20 minutes. This ensures the mortar remains fresh. Multi-Colored – Sometimes subtle and sometimes dramatic color variations, like Slate • Cuts can be made with a diamond-rimmed wet saw blade designed to cut glass tiles. Always wear eye Directional tiles may be laid end-to-end, in a parquet pattern or random. Figured and multi-colored stones should be protection when cutting, drilling, or grinding glass tile. Blades for cutting ceramic tile are NOT to be used. arranged like an abstract painting, with the owner, designer and installer rearranging the individual tiles in a sample area until the desired effect is obtained. Doing this dry run will eliminate any room for error. • Any cuts should be smoothed and dulled with a rub stone to avoid sharp edges. • If holes need to be drilled, do so before installing the tile. Drill from both sides to help reduce chips and Installation Method cracks. A new diamond-tipped core bit with a low speed drill will give the best results. Consult the TEC or Custom Building Products setting materials guide for appropriate information for your specific • Glass tile is non-absorbent. The moisture in the setting materials cannot migrate into the glass, it must stone and job conditions. Always use a premium white thinset for light colored stones, as the mortar may bleed evaporate slowly through the grout joints. This process requires a longer cure time. The installation should through and stain the surface of the tile. If installing over a wood subfloor, ensure that the area is properly prepared dry a minimum of 36 to 48 hours before grouting. to accept stone. Be sure to use a new glass or porcelain cutting blade to ensure clean, smooth cuts and to avoid potential splintering. Grouting • Prior to grouting, the tile surface should be cleaned of any residue with warm soapy water and a sponge or Sealing, Care & Maintenance nylon bristle brush. All natural stone installations should be sealed both before and after grouting. Be sure that the surface is completely cleaned of any residual mortar prior to sealing. Grout the installation after the penetrating sealer has thoroughly dried. • Use standard polymer modified sanded or non-sanded grout depending on the product installed and joint Choose a grout appropriate to your specific installation. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions carefully. size. Be careful with sanded grout as it may scratch the surface of some glass tile. Glass tiles can be face taped to protect the surface from scratching. A regular maintenance routine should be established for sealing and cleaning the installation. Neutral pH cleaners can be used for day-to-day maintenance, with more powerful cleaners or poultices for specific stains. The stone • White grout is generally the preferred color as it creates the greatest clarity and reflectivity of glass. should be resealed at 1 to 3 years in commercial applications and after 2 to 6 years for residential. Remember, glass is transparent and the color of the grouting materials will be visible from the tile edges. • 48 hours after grouting, clean and polish the glass using cheese cloth and a non-acidic grout cleaner. See the Mosaic Natural Stone Care & Maintenance guide for more details. Some grout cleaners may change the grout color, so test first. 40 41 For samples, fax request to 866-480-TILE (8453) or email [email protected]

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