Waterjet mosaic Installation and Maintenance Guide

Waterjet mosaic Installation and Maintenance Guide

Skalini water jet tiles may be susceptible to scratching in handling, installation and use. Expect a slight color variation from production run to production run.
 

INSPECTION
Always inspect your tiles before they are installed, as installation of material constitutes acceptance. Any questions as to acceptability must be resolved before installation. Mir Mosaic is in no way responsible for the installation of our tiles or thereafter. The responsibility for correct installation rests with the end user.
 

INSTALLATION
Particular care should be taken to use the correct adhesive, grout and sealants. The installer is responsible for choosing and using the correct installation practices to achieve an acceptable finished product. Mir Group, Inc. is in no way responsible for the damages caused to the mosaic by the wrong setting material or grout.

We recommend installing stones over a clean, sound, and flat concrete or mortar substrate with a steel trowel and fine broom finish. The surface should be free of contaminates or any condition that could compromise the bond of the tile.

Sealing is an essential step in protecting the beauty and ensuring longevity of any tiles. Grout joint should be packed full and free of all voids and pits. Excess grout should be cleaned from the stone surface as the work progresses, before the grout hardens. Cure grout per grout manufacturer’s instructions.
 

Suggested setting materials include but are not limited to:
Mapei:  Kerabond Premium Dry-Set Mortar (Ker 102) mixed with Keralistic Mortar Admix (Ker 310).
Mapei:  Adesilex P10 (bright white) nonsag mortar for glass tile.  Mix with water or Keraply.    www.mapei.com
 

MAINTENANCE
Skalini tiles are durable, but care should be taken to maintain its lasting beauty. To maximize the life of your water jet mosaic and retain its artistic integrity, please consider the following;

• Regular cleaning with water and a soft cloth or sponge is recommended. Do not use acids or cleaners containing acids, oils, corrosive chemicals, or abrasives. They can damage and/or discolor the tiles and the grout.
• Do not let stains sit on your tile’s surface for extended periods. Clean promptly.
• Avoid long time exposure to sunlight as it could lighten the color.
   

USAGE
Please be advised that Skalini tiles should not be placed in direct sunlight as this may cause it to fade over time. It is also not suitable for external use. We do not recommend installing some of the Skalini products in steam rooms, inside of showers or in submerged areas. For more details please refer to our Product Usage Chart