Installation

Your Ad Here Installation of the Substrate is very important as is the understanding of each method's characteristics regarding the application and longevity. The thing to remember is that the tiles need a solid foundation on which to bond to for the next 100 years (or more) and which system does what the best. We will address this in full detail within the Member's Section of this site because of what we believe to be an overlooked phase of the installation. We will compose an overview here of that same information when the compilation is complete. Setting of tiles is the most time consuming part of the task and can take a full day to complete (for larger jobs you'll need to coordinate with the installer). The installer will need a work station outside your home for the water-saw and grinders, a water source and clear path from the entrance to the work area. When the tiles are laid, it is very important to stay off them until they set up (at least over night)at all costs! Any movement of the tiles will affect the plastic bond between tile and mortar and cause you to have loose tiles and ultimately ... cracked grout. Grouting is the last phase of the installation. The application of the grout is the process which brings it all together by blending the lines of the tiles, edges of the room and fixtures into what you've waited so long for. So what that you've eaten pizza for 3 days .... the heartburn was worth it! After the sponge cleanup by the installer, there will be a fine dust residue left on your tiles. After the grout is dry (6 to 8 hours), you may wipe this dust off in a polishing motion with a thick cotton cloth (an old white towel is perfect)and then vacuum the loose dust. After the dust is gone you may then quickly wipe the tiles with warm water and sponge or cloth for a final cleanup. It is not necessary to seal your grout, but if you decide to take the extra precaution, please check with the installer to find out the manufacturer of the grout and their recommendations. And finally do not replace your appliances upon the tile floor until the next 24 hours or recommended time from your installer. Also, ask your installer the best way to move them across your new floor.

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