GLASS TILE INSTALLATION GUIDE
| We provide these glass tile and mosaic installation instructions as a general guideline. Additionally, we have supplemented these recommendations with installation specifications provided by leading North American setting material producers. |
| Notes for Specifiers and Installers: |
| RECYCLED GLASS: A high percentage of our product is recycled glass. It is one of the few wall or floor surfaces that can truly be labeled environmentally friendly. |
| INSPECTION: Upon receiving the Lunada Glass, we recommend that the customer open and inspect each carton, under adequate lighting. Any irregularities between the intended purchase order and the material delivered must be communicated immediately to the point of purchase. No adjustments will be made after the tile has been installed. |
| MOUNTING: Lunada Bay Glass mosaic tiles are provided PAPER FACED mounting, to be installed with the paper side out. This is to eliminate mesh mounting from interfering with bonding of the tile to the substrate or appearance of the tile mesh through the glass. After seating the tile into the setting material, wet and remove the paper to inspect tile installation. Should any unacceptable tiles be discovered, REMOVE AND REPLACE these, before the setting material completely hardens. |
| INSTALLATION CONSTITUTES ACCEPTANCE: We recommend the selection of a referenced and reputable tile contractor, experienced in the setting of glass mosaic tiles. The tile installer must review and understand our installation recommendations before initiating the application. |
A.
All mortar beds should be allowed to cure a minimum of seven days, prior to installing Lunada Bay Glass Tiles.
B.
When used on a floor application, allow your bond coat additional time to maximize curing (48 hours), before grouting.
Glass tiles are so completely vitrified, competent adhesion requires extra efforts and polymer-enhanced mortars and
grouts, unlike ceramic tiles.
Glass tiles are so completely vitrified, competent adhesion requires extra efforts and polymer-enhanced mortars and
grouts, unlike ceramic tiles.
C.
All submerged heavy mineralized water installations should have a full 28 day recommended cure, after grouting,
before submersion.
before submersion.
D.
The performance of a properly installed thin-set (thin-bed) application is dependent on the suitability of the
substrate. (flat, clean, rigid, sound)
substrate. (flat, clean, rigid, sound)
E.
We recommend you use WHITE bonding materials, due to the translucent nature of glass.
F.
We recommend that you follow the setting material manufacturer’s recommended products and directions. Do not
substitute with other brands of latex admixes or dilute with water; the results may vary considerably from those
desired and acceptable.
substitute with other brands of latex admixes or dilute with water; the results may vary considerably from those
desired and acceptable.
G.
Proper expansion joints are essential for most tile installations. Expansion joints will vary, depending on the substrate,
climate, and size of the installation. An architect should be consulted when specifying the exact number and location
of each expansion joint and construction of the joints should follow the TCA recommendations.
climate, and size of the installation. An architect should be consulted when specifying the exact number and location
of each expansion joint and construction of the joints should follow the TCA recommendations.
H.
Cutting - For the best results, we recommend that installers use quality wet diamond blade saws with a continuous rim
diamond blade for maximum performance. A standard tile cutter with a scoring wheel / scriber and breaker works
adequately.
diamond blade for maximum performance. A standard tile cutter with a scoring wheel / scriber and breaker works
adequately.
I.
Drilling - A sharp carbide or diamond chipped drill bit can be used to drill glass successfully.
J.
Safety - When handling and cutting glass, always wear protective goggles and gloves. When mixing setting materials
or handling power equipment, follow the manufacturer’s materials safety and handling recommendations.
or handling power equipment, follow the manufacturer’s materials safety and handling recommendations.
K.
Slip-resistance with glass tiles may not be adequate under higher traffic wet conditions. It’s important to assess the
area in which the glass has been selected and determine if acceptable.
area in which the glass has been selected and determine if acceptable.
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