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Table of ContentsArtistic Stone Collection
Barossa Valley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Gosford . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Simpson Desert. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
BV GlassChicago. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Crystal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10Elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12Resort Collection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
CrossvilleConvergence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Ebb & Flow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18Glass Blox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20Groove . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24Sideview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
HirschJewelstones . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28Secret Garden . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30Signature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32Sonic Fusion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
SicisGlimmer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36Iridium . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38Murano Smalto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40Natural. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42NeoGlass. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44WaterGlass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Reference SectionGlass Guidelines
Substrates & Setting Materials . . . . . . . . . . 50Installation & Cutting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50Grouting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51Care & Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
These tiles contain recycled content.
This product has been manufactured in the USA and may be within a 500 mile radius of the jobsite, thus contributing to LEED™ MR Credit #5.
A percentage of product sales goes to breast cancer research.
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Products noted with this logo are stocked in our Central Service Center(Orders placed before 2pm are available within 1 business day for MD, VA, and Raleigh, NC locations. Greensboro, NC ships within 48 hours.)
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Barossa Valley Glass is a fusion of a ceramic substrate and liquid glaze fired to create a crackled glass surface. These tiles should be sealed prior to grouting to ensure proper optimum light refraction.
2x2 and Waterfall Mosaics sold by 12x12 Sheets; Arabesque Mosaics sold by 10.25x12.25 Sheets; Brick Mosaics sold by 11.75x11.75 Sheets; Trellis Mosaics sold by 10x12 Sheets
Special Order Item: Please allow a 2 week lead time plus applicable freight
3x6 Peppermint 3x6 Smoke 3x6 Cork
Blueberry Arabesque Smoke Arabesque Clove Arabesque
Peppermint Brick Smoke Brick Cork Brick
Peppermint Trellis Smoke Trellis Smoke Waterfall
Coral Bay Blend BrickIvory / Frost / Obsidian
Jacob’s Creek BlendPeppermint / Cork / Smoke
Eden Blend Waterfall – Clove, Ice, Oak
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Gosford Glass is a waterjet cut glass and stone blend.
Hexy sold by 10.75x10.75 Sheets; Frames sold by 11.75x11.75 Sheets
Special Order Item: Please allow a 2 week lead time plus applicable freight charges
Terrigal Blend Frames Avoca Blend Frames Wamberal Blend Frames
Cloud / Carrara Honed Blend Hexy Sand / Carrara Honed Blend Hexy Cliff / Carrara Honed Blend Hexy
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3x6 Urban Mist
3x6 Doe Skin
3x3 Alabastro Hexagon 3x3 Urban Mist Hexagon 3x3 Doe Skin Hexagon
3x3 Alabastro Trellis 3x3 Urban Mist Trellis 3x3 Doe Skin Trellis
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Simpson Desert Glass is a matte glass with a translucent appearance.
Hexagon sold by 9x11 Sheets; Trellis sold by 13x11.25 Sheets
Special Order Item: Please allow a 2 week lead time plus applicable freight charges
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Each mosaic available only in size and color shown
Mosaics sold by 12x12 Sheets unless otherwise noted
Special Order Item: Please allow a 1-2 week lead time pending availability plus applicable freight charges
Carrara Marble / Super White Glass Anthracite 4” Geohex (10.79x11.93 Sheet)
Crackle Glass / Wooden White Feathers Marble
Crackle Glass / Wooden White Galena Gray 3” Lantern Marble
(11.81x12.21 Sheet)
Metallic Stretched Hexagon Glass(10.24x12 Sheet)
Mixed 3D Hexagon Glass(11.61x10.16 Sheet)
Palladian Gray Mix 3” Hex(11.81x11.81 Sheet)
Silver Mirror Glass 2” Cube(11.81x12.48 Sheet)
Decora 3” Droplet Glass(9.25x11.81 Sheet)
French Gingham Brick Glass(10.27x11.73 Sheet)
Waxtonberry 1x1 Glass with Hand Painting
Misty Gray Herringbone Glass(12.4x11 Sheet)
Silver Chevron Metallic Glass(11.83x11.73 Sheet)
Frost Glass 3x8 Tile Linen Beige Glass 3x8 TileAntique Mirror 4x8 Beveled Tile
Light Blue Glass 3x9 Tile Dark Blue Glass 3x9 Tile
Linen Glass 1.5x6 Linear(11.81x12.5 Sheet)
Medium Blue Glass 3x9 Tile Linen Glass 3x12 Tile
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White Shadow Random Thin Strip Glass Mix
Silver Weave Random Strip Glass Mix
Iron Staircase Random Strip(Glass, Marble, Slate)
White Patch Stack(Glass, Metal)
Gray Patch Stack(Glass, Metal)
Silver Lagoon Linear(Glass, Quartzite)
Golden Wheat Linear (Glass, Metal)
Clayton Random Strip(Marble, Glass)
Modesto Random Strip(Glass, Quartzite)
Autumn Ridge Linear (Glass, Copper, Aluminum)
Gray Umber Glass Mix 1x4 Brick (11.81x11.81 Sheet)
Ambergris Reed Glass / Wood Linear (11.81x11.81 Sheet)
Ice Block Glass 1x2 Brick Ballantine Strip (Marble, Glass)
White Gray Glass 1x2 Brick(11.81x11.81 Sheet)
Crystal Glass Gray 4” Arabesque(11.81x8.6 Sheet)
Antique Mirror Soft Harmony Feathers(9x10 Sheet)
Antique Mirror Lantern(9x12 Sheet)
Pure Random Strip(6x18 Sheet)
Nude Denim Glass Random Strip(6x18 Sheet)
Mixed Colors Random Strip(6x18 Sheet)
Ice Denim Glass Random Strip(5.91x17.72 Sheet)
Azure Denim Glass Random Strip(6x18 Sheet)
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sizes available as shown
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This glass has a sleek, translucent appearance. It is a clear glass with epoxy coated color backing.
Stagger Mosaics sold by 13.6x11.7 Sheets; Herringbone Mosaics sold by 12x12 Sheets
Please reference specific product installation guidelines.
Moscato Liner Super White Liner Icelandic Blue Liner Gray Liner
Moscato Pencil Super White Pencil Icelandic Blue Pencil Gray Pencil
Moscato Super White Icelandic Blue Gray
Moscato Super White Icelandic Blue Gray
Moscato Stagger
(no Stagger in White) (no Stagger in Blue)
Gray Stagger
Angora, Beluga, and Feather: Gray, Icelandic Blue, Moscato, and Super White:
3x6 Tile
3x12 Tile
1/2x12 Pencil Liner
1x3 Herringbone Mosaic
3/8x6 Liner
3x6 Tile
4x12 Tile
1/2x12 Pencil Liner
Stagger Mosaic
For your convenience, this product is stocked in our Central Service Center.(Orders placed before 2pm are available within 1 business day for MD, VA, and Raleigh, NC locations. Greensboro, NC ships within 48 hours.)
Feather Pencil Beluga Pencil Angora Pencil
Feather Beluga Angora
Feather Beluga Angora
Feather Herringbone Beluga Herringbone Angora Herringbone
sizes available in all colors
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Polar Linear Cosmos Linear Meriweather Linear
Stone Branch Twilight
Stone Linear Branch Linear Twilight Linear
Beach Beach Stacked Beach Linear
Elements is a translucent glass mixed with natural stone.
1/2x1/2 Mosaic sold by 12x12 Sheets; Mixed Linear Mosaic sold by 12x13 Sheets; 1/2x3 Stacked Mosaic sold by 12x12 Sheets; Stacked Mosaic available in Beach only
1/2x1/2 Mosaic 1/2x3 Stacked Mosaic Mixed Linear Mosaic
For your convenience, this product is stocked in our Central Service Center.(Orders placed before 2pm are available within 1 business day for MD, VA, and Raleigh, NC locations. Greensboro, NC ships within 48 hours.)
sizes available in all colors
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Resort Collection combines translucent and frosted glass with natural stone.
Mosaics sold by 12x12 Sheets
Spa BlendCoordinates with Thassos Marble
Relax BlendCoordinates with Wooden White Marble
Calm BlendCoordinates with Calacatta Marble
Zen BlendCoordinates with Crema Marfil Marble
For your convenience, this product is stocked in our Central Service Center.(Orders placed before 2pm are available within 1 business day for MD, VA, and Raleigh, NC locations. Greensboro, NC ships within 48 hours.)
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4x4 Mosaic
Edge-grain woods in vibrant colors, Convergence is recommended for interior walls in wet or dry applications.
Thickness – 6mm
Mosaics sold by 12x12 Sheets
Special Order Item: Please allow a 1 week lead time
CON01 Pearl CON04 Pigeon CON03 Sepia
CON02 Chardonnay CON05 Orchid CON07 Currant
CON06 Indigo CON08 Peacock
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EF06 Wind and Rain EF06 Wind and Rain Stacked EF06 Wind and Rain Linear
EF01 Snow and Ice Stacked EF02 Moon and Stars Stacked EF03 Flora and Fauna Stacked
EF05 Rocks and Minerals Stacked EF07 Sticks and Stones Stacked EF08 Dusk and Dawn Stacked
EF09 Cinders and Smoke EF09 Cinders and Smoke Stacked EF09 Cinders and Smoke LinearEbb & Flow is a blend of natural stone and glass, capturing the rhythmical patterns found in nature and life. It offers a spectrum of natural stones, from the soft, subtle hues of travertine to the polished elegance of marble accented by lustrous glass.
Thickness – 1/4”
Mosaics sold by 12x12 Sheets; Mixed Linear Mosaic by 12x13 Sheets; Sizes available only in colors shown
Special Order Item: Please allow a 1 week lead time
1/2x1/2 Mosaic 1/2x3 Stacked Mosaic Mixed Linear Mosaic
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sizes available in all colors
product notes & availability
G048 Black Magic G077 North Sea G076 Ocean Air G074 Blue Haze G019 Clear Sky
G024 Sapphire G022 Aegean G027 Blue Grotto G026 Angel Fish G020 Glacier
G012 Vivid Teal G010 Jade Lustre G016 Mermaid G014 South Sea G007 Aqua Gleam
G005 Glisten Green G004 Green Glow G001 Lime Shimmer G066 Sunshine G065 Citrine
G083 Deep Sea G082 Olive Mist G080 Dewdrop G047 Moonbeam G062 Lemon Zest
1/2x2 Mosaic* 1x1 Mosaic 2x4 Mosaic
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*1/2x2 Solid Mosaic available in G046, G047, G048, G071, G076, G083 and G153 only
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Glass Blox has a translucent appearance that incorporates the look of natural elements – water, air and sky. It is a clear glass with epoxy coated color backing.
Thickness – 1/4”
Mosaics sold by 12x12 Sheets
Custom Blends are available in 1x1, 1/2x2 or 2x4 Mosaics. These require longer lead times and additional set-up charges will apply.
Special Order Item: Please allow a 1 week lead time
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1/2x2 blend mosaics
GB13 Dusk / Taupe Fog / Brandy
GB14 Champagne / Honey / Iced Tea
GB12 Dewdrop / Olive Mist / Deep Sea
GB11 Blue Haze / Ocean Air / North Sea
1x1 blend mosaics
GB02 Orange Sizzle / Flame / Dazzle Red
GB04 Moonbeam / Lemon Zest / Lime Shimmer
GB05 Moonbeam / Clear Sky / Aqua Gleam
GB03 Angel Fish / Blue Grotto / Purple Zing
GB10 Sunrise / Rose Aura / Flame
GB01 Moonbeam / Black Magic
GB06 Angel Fish / South Sea / Glacier
GB08 Mermaid / Vivid Teal / Sapphire
GB07 South Sea / Aegean / Blue Grotto
GB09 Sapphire / Mermaid / Aegean
G153 Coffee G154 Latte G046 Iced Tea G044 Honey G088 Champagne
G071 Brandy G107 Sherry G070 Taupe Fog G068 Dusk G086 Desert Dawn
G060 Dazzle Red G053 Orange Sizzle G059 Flame G058 Rose Aura G057 Sunrise
G054 Grape Sparkle G040 Purple Zing G039 Amethyst G038 Lilac Dew
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GG10 Hustle GG20 Shimmy GG21 Salsa
GG30 Rumba GG31 Samba GG22 Disco
GG32 Twist GG11 Jump Style
GGB03 Vogue GGB05 Conga GGB04 Jive
GGB01 Swing GGB02 Jitterbug
2x8 Tile
4x8 Tile
2x12 Tile
4x12 Tile
2x16 Tile
4x16 Tile Mosaic Blend
Groove Glass may be used for interior walls in wet or dry locations and for exterior covered walls. The mosaics can be used in vertical swimming pool applications along the water line only.
Thickness – 6mm
Mosaic sold by 12x12 Sheets
Special Order Item: Please allow a 1 week lead time
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Copper Polished Gold Polished Tungsten Polished Silver Polished
Copper Matte Gold Matte Tungsten Matte Silver Matte
Copper Mixed Accent Gold Mixed Accent Tungsten Mixed Accent Silver Mixed Accent
Copper Polished Liner Gold Polished Liner Tungsten Polished Liner Silver Polished Liner
Copper Matte Liner Gold Matte Liner Tungsten Matte Liner Silver Matte Liner
1 1/8x6 Liner Bar(Polished or Matte)
3x12 Accent Bar(Mixed finish only)
3x3 Dimensional Mosaic(Polished or Matte)
Sideview is a collection of multi-beveled glass tile. It is recommended for interior walls in wet or dry applications. It cannot be used in water applications such as pool liners, fountains or spas.
Thickness – 8mm (mosaic or 3x12 accent); 16mm (liner)
Mosaics sold by 12x12 Sheets
Special Order Item: Please allow a 1 week lead time
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This Jewelstones Glass features translucent chips with three dimensional streaks and swirls. The colors and patterns are unique and vary in each chip and mosaic, yet each sheet forms a unified color statement.
Special Order Item: Please allow a 1 week lead time plus applicable freight charges
1” Abalone 1” Sapphire 1” Amethyst 5/8” Spinel
1” Zandrite 1” Tourmaline 1” Alexandrite 5/8” Ammolite
1” Golden Zircon 5/8” or 1” Carnelian 1” Ruby 1” Tigers Eye
1” Rainbow Topaz 5/8” or 1” Smoky Quartz
5/8x5/8 Mosaic 1x1 Mosaic
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Secret Garden captures the beauty of a garden in full bloom. Subtle variations in surface texture lend to the natural grace of the one-of-a-kind shape.
Chip Size – 1/2x2
Mosaics are sold by 12.5x12.5 sheets
Special Order Item: Please allow a 1 week lead time plus applicable freight charges
SN0132 SN2131 SN0002 SN1993
SN0004 SN0006 SN0380 SN0005
SN0008 SN0270 SN0297 SN0356
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Signature Glass features stunning stained glass. The colors and patterns are unique, yet each sheet forms a unified color statement. Due to the handcut nature of these mosaics, chips size are random.
Thickness – 1/8”
Mosaics are sold by varying size sheets – see Sales Rep for details
Special Order Item: Please allow a 1 week lead time plus applicable freight charges
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MP102A MP102B MP103A MP103B
MP104A MP104B MP0066A MP0066
MP0867 MP0866 MP0864 MP0143
MP002A MP0028
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sizes available as shown
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Acoustic SF1001
Neutron Dance SF1992
Helium SF1003
Kinetic Energy SF1008
Satellite Dreams SF1004
Galactic Power SF2132
Wavelength SF1011
Meteor SF1010
Radioactive SF0382
Ion SF0225
Cosmic Ray SF0270
Mirage SF1240
Hybrid SF1002
Quantum SF1993
Lune SF3196
Argon Flash SF0356
Sonic Fusion features smoothy curved, translucent glass. The colors and patterns are unique and vary in each chip and mosaic, yet each sheet forms a unified color statement. Sonic Fusion contains 10-25% recycled content.
Mosaics sold by 12.5x12.5 Sheets (1x1) or 13.45x12 Sheets (1x4)
Special Order Item: Please allow a 1 week lead time plus applicable freight charges
1x1 Mosaic 1x4 Linear Mosaic
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128 Tamarind 129 Date 119 Tamarillo 124 Pear 103 Tangerine
123 Mirtillo 127 Lychee 108 Persimmon 125 Kiwi 126 Avocado
146 Ribes 122 Strawberry 145 Grapefruit 118 Apple 102 Mango
143 Lemon 140 Melograno 106 Cherry 117 Papaya 105 Melon
110 Grapes 107 Watermelon 141 Blackcurrant 142 Ananas 121 Ginger
144 Peach 111 Passionflower 120 Passion Fruit 116 Mangostan
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Glimmer Glass is made by melting various minerals at very high temperatures. Thanks to these precious minerals, the glass has a glossy or iridescent effect which results in distinctive color variation.
Thickness – 3/16”
Mosaics sold by 12x12 Sheets
Special Order Item: Please allow a 1 week lead time plus applicable freight charges
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Iridium Glass is made by melting various minerals at very high temperatures. Thanks to these precious minerals, the glass has a glossy or iridescent effect which results in distinctive color variation. Each color is a blend of colors and shades which enhances the iridescent effect.
Thickness – 3/16”
Mosaics sold by 12x12 Sheets
Special Order Item: Please allow a 1 week lead time plus applicable freight charges
Orchis Iris 5 Iris 2 Periwinkle Petunia 2 Daisy
Petunia 4 Iris 4 Iris 3 Iris 1 Petunia 1 Lilium
Azalea 4 Azalea 2 Dahlia 4 Dahlia 3 Dahlia 2 Crocus 2
Zinnia 4 Zinnia 3 Zinnia 2 Zinnia 1 Crocus 1 Marigold 1
Marigold 3 Daffodil Tulip 3 Tulip 4 Calicantus 2 Marigold 2
Mint 4 Mint 3 Mint 2 Mint 1 Calicantus 1 Fern 0
Fern 4 Fern 3 Fern 2 Hyacinth Fern 1
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Black Chestnut 4 Amethyst 4 Titanium 3 Titanium 2 Platinum
Amethyst 3 Amethyst 2 Titanium 1 Titanium 0 Amethyst 1 Amethyst 0
Navy Sapphire 5 Sapphire 4 Sapphire 3 Sapphire 2 Sapphire 1
Lapisazul 3 Lapisazul 2 Turquoise 3 Turquoise 1 Lapisazul 1 Aquamarine 1
Aquamarine 4 Emerald 4 Aquamarine J Aquamarine 3 Aquamarine 2 White
Emerald 3 Emerald 2 Emerald 1 Cadmium 3 Cadmium 1 Chestnut 1
Sun 4 Sun 3 Gold Sun 2 Cadmium 4 Sun
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Murano Smalto Glass is made of Murano glass paste. These materials are obtained by melting various minerals at very high temperatures. Thanks to these precious minerals, the glass has a glossy effect which results in distinctive color variation.
Thickness – 3/16”
Mosaics sold by 12x12 Sheets
Special Order Item: Please allow a 1 week lead time plus applicable freight charges
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Natural Glass is made of glass paste. These materials are obtained by melting various minerals at very high temperatures. Thanks to these precious minerals, the glass has a glossy effect which results in distinctive color variation.
Mosaics sold by 12x12 Sheets
Special Order Item: Please allow a 1 week lead time plus applicable freight charges
Earth Lichen Marjoram Blue Angel Flamingo
Wenge Vanilla Chervil Deep Sea Mud
Rosewood Sand Horizon Eucalyptus Slate
Cinnamon Birch Dew Celestial Snow
Sandalwood Iceberg Nimbus
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Cotton Domes Flax Domes Satin Domes Velvet Domes
Cotton Barrels Flax Barrels Satin Barrels Velvet Barrels
Cotton Cubes Flax Cubes Satin Cubes Velvet Cubes
7/8x2 Domes Mosaic 3/4” Barrels Mosaic 7/8x7/8 Cubes Mosaic
Refer to page 79 for available Trim
Neo Glass is a rustic cast glass which is colored throughout and may contain irregularities including bubbles and folds. These characteristics add personality and depth to the final installation. Since the tile is translucent, back-buttering with white thinset is a requirement.
Mosaics sold by 11x11 Sheets (Domes), 11x12 Sheets (Barrels) or 12x12 Sheets (Cubes)
Special Order Item: Please allow a 1 week lead time plus applicable freight charges
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Hemp Domes Jute Domes Wool Domes
Hemp Barrels Jute Barrels Wool Barrels
Hemp Cubes Jute Cubes Wool Cubes
Silk Domes Cashmere Domes Organza Domes
Silk Barrels Cashmere Barrels Organza Barrels
Silk Cubes Cashmere Cubes Organza Cubes
trim available in all colors
1/2x6 Quarter Round 1/2x6 Inside Corner 1x6 Listello
1/2x1/2 Quarter Round Beak
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Black 28 Rootbeer 29 Topaz 25 Spring 19 Bluestreak
43 Hemlock 40 Crimson 27 Kelp 24 Evergreen 8 Caribbean
44 Nickel 23 Blackberry 3 Amber 18 Mintleaves 45 Bluesky
11 Zinc 10 Lightsout 5 Sundance 17 Mermaid 16 Highdive
6 Springviolet 22 Beachplum 26 Gimlet 21 Icewater 42 Waterfall
7 Blush 2 Ale 20 Cloudwhite 41 Breeze
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Water Glass is made by melting various minerals at very high temperatures. Thanks to these precious minerals, the glass has a glossy effect which results in distinctive color variation.
Thickness – 3/16”
Mosaics sold by 12x12 Sheets
Special Order Item: Please allow a 1 week lead time plus applicable freight charges
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• 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 cracks. A new diamond-tipped core bit with a low speed drill will give the best results.
• Glass tile is non-absorbent. The moisture in the setting materials cannot migrate into the glass, it must evaporate slowly through the grout joints. This process requires a longer cure time. The installation should dry a minimum of 36 to 48 hours before grouting.
Grouting• Prior to grouting, the tile surface should be cleaned of any residue with warm soapy water and
a sponge or nylon bristle brush.
• Use standard polymer modified sanded or non-sanded grout depending on the product installed and joint 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.
• White grout is generally the preferred color as it creates the greatest clarity and reflectivity of glass. Remember that glass is transparent and the color of the grouting materials will be visible from the edges of the tile.
• 48 hours after grouting, clean and polish the glass using cheese cloth and a non-acidic grout cleaner. Some grout cleaners may change the grout color, so test first.
• 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 is suitable for underwater installations.
Care & MaintenanceWiping the glass surface with a damp sponge or cloth is usually sufficient. When stronger cleaning is needed, glass tile may be cleaned with any non-abrasive floor, wall or glass cleaner applied with a damp cloth or sponge. Residue 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 Tile Company Glass Tile Care & Maintenance Guide for more information.
NOTE: The preceding instructions are meant to be a general guide to most installations under normal conditions. Please read and understand this information before installation. If you have no specific experience with the installation of glass products, or if you have any doubt about the installation, use and/or care of glass tile products, obtain professional installation and advice.
GLASS tile can be divided into two basic categories: Cast and Fused. Cast glass is a solid product that consists of a 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 fused together to create one unit.
Due to the hand-made nature of many glass tiles, there will be a certain amount of variation in color, size, shade, tone and texture. Frequently, you may notice bubbles, wrinkles and folds in the tile; these are consistent with all glass products.
Substrates & Setting MaterialsGlass tile can be specified for most tile applications. While most are for wall use only, some are suitable for light floor usage or underwater installations. Consult individual product guides to verify suitability for your specific installation location.
Glass tile has a wide range of properties requiring the use of the most stable substrates and specifically recommended setting materials. The potential for high expansion and contraction requires the installation of expansion/movement 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 manufacturer’s recommendations if in doubt.
Appropriate setting materials include white latex modified thin sets such as Premium Plus Thin-Set Mortar mixed with Custom Flex Ultra-Strength Latex Additive, Non Sag Mortar mixed with Custom Flex Ultra-Strength Latex Additive, Super Flex Premium Latex Modified Thin-Set and Full Set Plus Premium Thin-Set Mortar mixed with Extra Flex Ultra-Strength Latex Additive.
It is strongly recommended that organic adhesives NOT be used in installation of glass tiles as they can yellow and their bonding strength is weaker. Epoxy is NOT recommended either since it is not flexible enough and may change color in ultra violet light.
Installation & CuttingInspect products before installation for any visible defect and/or other aspects that may be questionable (chipped edges, scratched surfaces, etc.) Installation of products constitutes acceptance of the product and no claims will be honored after installation.
The following are some installation notes and guidelines:
• 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.
• Use a 3/16” x 1/4” notched trowel for even coverage. Back butter all glass tiles with a thin layer of the mortar to avoid seeing trowel marks and air pockets, as well as to ensure full contact. Do not exceed the recommended mortar thickness, as excessive shrinkage can occur as it cures which may result in cracked tile.
• Work in small areas of 4 to 6 square feet that can be accomplished in 15-20 minutes. This ensures the mortar remains fresh.
• Cuts can be made with a wet saw and a diamond-rimmed blade designed to cut glass tiles. Always wear eye protection when cutting, drilling or grinding glass tile. Blades designed for cutting ceramic tile are NOT to be used.