laying guides

These guidelines are intended as preliminary reading only.

Island Stone manufacturers recommend selecting membranes, adhesives, grouts from the same manufacturer many whom produce very detailed advice on surface preparation, tile laying and product specification. We emphasise the importance of using products with good technical back-up. Employing the good trade practice of testing areas first.

V-Tile Installation Guide (42 KB)

Glass Installation Guide (65 KB)

Stacked Pebble Installation Guide (46 KB)

Cladding Series Installation Guide (47 KB)

Pebble & Random Installation Guide (142 KB)

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pre-sealing

This procedure can make the eventual removal of grout easier and may be carried out before the tiles are laid or just before grouting. After ensuring the sealer is appropriate apply in accordance with instructions, remove any excess and leave to dry for at least an hour before proceeding to lay or grout.

Ensure the sealer used is the same as or compatible with your final sealer. IMPORTANT! Test the sealers on an area first to ensure it is giving you the result you want and is compatible with the stone tiles.