FIXING INSTRUCTIONS
The appearance and life of your floor depend not only on the excellent quality of our tiles but also on the quality of fixing. We suggest that you do this through a contractor recommended by us. In case you already have your contractor, we give the below information which, if followed properly, will ensure a smooth and attractive floor.
1. Tiles should be fixed within a week of arrival on site. In case this is not possible, tiles should be stored in a covered area, or covered with tarpaulin. These tiles are fully handmade, some crazing is inevitable. When tiles are left in the sun for extended periods, the crazing will accentuate.
2. Slight variation in the shade of tiles may occur.
3. The base on which the tiles are to be fixed should be level.
4. Always buy the grouting mixture only from us along with the tiles. Use grouting mix within 30 days of dispatch. Close bags/ containers tightly between use.
5. Fix tiles on an average of 3 to 4cms mortar with ratio not leaner than 7:1 (sand: cement) with a neat cement slurry on top.
6. The next morning after laying, and not later, the joints are to be filled with a slurry of the grouting mixture. Joints should be properly cleaned with a blade before filling the same. Ensure that each part of the joint is filled with the colour which matches that part of the tile and press it into the joint.
7. Ensure water is sprinkled on the tiles for at least 3 days to enable cement to set.
8. A difference in thickness of 3 mm between tiles is normal and well within ISI parameters. The mason must adjust the bed mortar to ensure that there is negligible variation in the level of laid tiles. Hasty and uneven laying will result in heavy cutting at the polishing stage and consequent damage to the design, corners, edges etc.
9. Protect the floor from staining, damage, etc. as a result of other agencies working on site. Wet wood shaving,
oil and varnish stains cannot be removed.
10. You may require the same tile in future. Preferably keep extra tiles, or keep a sample for re-ordering.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Tile Cleaning and maintenance instructions:
An attractive feature about the tiles is that the more you use the tiles, the better they will look. So, if you want to make your tiles more lustrous and shiny, do a regular sweep and mop the floor. Occasionally, say, once a week, mop with warm water and 10-15 drops of coconut oil. These colourful tiles will remain beautiful till the very end of time if you keep cleaning them regularly. They are non-slippery and give a smooth finish from the very beginning, but make sure that you maintain them if you want to make these exquisite tiles last! Also, the non-usage of these tiles can decrease their shine. The more you walk on it, the shinier it gets. These tiles age beautifully and the fixtures that develop with time, add texture and balance to the tiles.
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