Installation Guide

Tools and Equipments:

Diamond disc for cutting mosaics
1/16 - 3/16 V Notch Trowel
Grout Float
Level
Finish Nails
Sponge
Bucket for mixing mortar
Non-Sanded Grout

Clean the installation area, get mosaic tile and tools ready
The surface needs to be fixed, flat, clean, dry, and free of dust, and take the measurements to calculate the number of tile sheets needed (add 10% for waste and future repairs in case you need). Do not install the mosaic tiles directly over plywood or drywall.

The mosaic is usually laid on white mastic or thinset to avoid altering its color. White thinset is usually recommended to use for the glass and other light or transparent product to avoid discoloration of the background.

Using the flat side of the v-notched trowel apply a layer of thinset and use the notched side to go over the thinset to make uniform depth. Make sure to apply only enough adhesive to area that you can tile within 15 mins because it dries very quick.

Once the adhesive is spread over the surface start laying down the mosaic sheets.

Using grout float press the mosaic sheet against the surface to guarantee perfect adhesion. Using the same tool correct any alignment errors by lightly tapping the sides of the sheet. If the sheet starts to slide down, place few finish nails on the last grout line on the top to keep it in place and move on the next tile.

Using damp sponge to clean up any residues of the thinset that squeezed up between tiles. Thinsets usually require at least 24 hours for curing.

Grouting and Cleaning

Before applying grouts make sure that the adhesive is set and firm and the tiles are clean. Non-sanded grout is the recommend grout to use for mosaic sheets due to small grout joints. Never use sanded grout on polished glass mosaics this will scratch the material. Never use Epoxy grouts for the glass mosaic tiles, unless specified by the manufacturer. Once the grout is set and dry, use nylon brush to clean and then apply grout sealer according to manufacturers instructions.