Back Splash Install

The layer of grout still on the tile must be cleaned off before it dries. Once the grout has had a few minutes to firm up in the joints, wipe with a damp sponge in a circular motion to get the excess grout off the face of the tile (Be careful not to dig or wipe the grout out of the joints). Once the first wipe down is complet e, get a b ucket of c lean wat er and wipe the tile do wn a seco nd time. Th is time we are only trying to get the haze off. Wipe the tile with a damp grout sponge at an angle to the grout lines and rinse the grout sponge often. After the second wipe down, let the tile dry until a haze appears (about 20-30 minutes). When the grout haze appears and the grout is fairly firm, bu ff the haze off with a soft, clean cloth, being careful not to disturb the joints. GROUT & HAZE REMOVER is designed to assist in cleaning any film that may have been missed or is particularly difficult to remove from from the face of the tile once the grout has cured. For tough areas, where grout film has been left on the face of the tile, use GROUT HAZE AND LATEX FILM REMOVER with a Scrubbing Pad. CAULKING AND SEALING GROUT: Once you have installed the tile and have had a chance to stand back and admire your work, you should take the proper steps to keep the tile and grout looking beautiful for years to come. Two days after grouting, caulk the area where the backsplash and countertop intersects. Caulk the corners of the backsplash and once again around the sink. These areas are stress areas and as you open and close the cabinet doors and drawers, movement will happen. Caulking these areas after the grout has dried will prevent grout cracking and grout movement. After the caulk has dried, use PENETRATING SEALER or STONE SEAL to seal all the grout lines on the countertop and backsplash. This sealer is designed for countertops and should be reapplied every two to three years. Grout is the only maintenance of a ceramic tile countertop. Therefore, using a good caulk and a good grout sealer will keep your countertop looking clean and new for years to come. Apply the PENETRATING SEALER with a small foam brush or sponge directly to the grout joints. Let the sealer soak into the grout joint for a few minutes, then buff any remaining sealer off the tile and grout immediately. Follow the instructions on all the labels of the products you elect to use to clarify proper usage and procedures. For daily maintenance use GROUT AND TILE NEUTRAL CLEANER. Grout Float Sponge Soft cloth HOW TO INSTALL A CERAMIC TILE COUNTERTOP AND BACKSPLASH Installing ceramic tile on a countertop or similar surface is a good project for a do-it-yourselfe r. A sink top in the kitchen or bathroom, a new top for a bar or vanity, an elegant buffet in the dining room, or open storage shelves in the kitchen are all reasonably easy projects that can bring major changes to any room. TOOLS NEEDED: www. tileshop.co m www.tileshop.com STORE HOURS: Monday - Frid ay ......7am - 9pm Saturday ..............9am - 5:30pm Sunday ............... ...11am - 5pm FREE Installation Classes Wednesdays at 6:30p m Saturdays at 9:30am ASK ABOUT OUR GROUT MAINTENANCE KIT 1 2 3 Notched Trowel: Use to spread adhesive Scrub Pad: Grout cleaning tool Mixer Bar: Use to mix mortar Tile Spacers: Use for precise tile alignment Chalk Line: Use as a guide when laying tile Tile Cutter: Used for straight or angle cuts * Grout Float: Use to apply grout. Level: Use to establish an even working plane Fiber Glass Tape: Use to tape joints Backerboard Screws: Use to secure subfloor Carpenters Square: Use as a straight edge and squaring tool WE OFFER FRE E USE OF CERAMIC CUTTING TOOLS (with deposit) * Tile Nippers: Needed to bite harder grade tiles * 2 Buckets: For grout & adhesive Tape Measure: Use for accurate measurements Firm, Round Edge Sponge: Will not leave exces s liquid, is super absorbent. Margin Float: Use to apply grout 8" Margin Trowel: Use to mix & apply mortar & grout Rub Stone: Use to smooth edges Rubber Gloves: Notched Margin Trowel: Use to spreadadhesive Hand Held Micro Cutter: Use to cut tile *

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