Place on a levelled concrete slab using standard cement adhesive. Double bonding (apply on floor and back of the tile) to properly set the tiles.
Thin grout lines (1 to 2 mm) filled with liquid cement based grout. Leave a thicker gap for under-floor heating and outdoor installations (min 2mm).
With unicolour tiles, coloured grout in the same tone as the tiles may be used if an abrasive polishing is carried out at the end of the installation.
Abrasive polishing of the surface with a fine grain disc is recommended after installation. This will level the tiles (if necessary), clean the installation, bring out tone consistency and shine to the floor. This process is similar to the abrasive polishing of marble, natural stone or terrazzo. It should be carried out by a marble or natural stone specialist. It should be followed by sealing with an impregnator. For more shine, the floor may be buffed with a buffing machine and wax.
A sealer is an impregnating liquid that fills the pores in the surface of the tile. It is usually applied once after laying and on a clean and dry floor. The sealer limits the absorption of liquids and grease, helping protect the tiles against stains. Apply lightly with a brush or a wool roller, as the tiles saturate quickly. Once absorbed, remove any excess of sealer and even out the distribution with a cloth. Excess sealer left on the surface will dry and leave shiny or yellowy residues that can only be removed with a soft abrasion.
Crystallisation is a mechanical/chemical process that attaches fluorosilicates (of sodium or magnesium) to the crystals in the surface of limestone type floors, hardening and waterproofing surfaces. Marble, travertine, sedimentary stones, Terrazzo and Granito can all be crystallised, after the installation or at any time during the life of the floor, to restore and regain the original look.
A professional natural stone and marble care expert should carry out the crystallisation using a single disc machine, a stainless steel or bronze wool disc and fluorosilicate based products.
For domestic use, Mosaic offers a more practical and non-toxic crystalliser (without fluorosilicates). This product is best applied using a buffing machine with a steel or fibre disc. Contact a representative for further information.
Mop with water and PH neutral soap. Natural PH neutral soap cleans and nourishes the Granito while protecting it. Do not use harsh cleaners or acidic and alkaline products that attack limestone based floors. Colourless wax for marble can be used as part of maintenance from time to time. It will help enhance colours, create a patina and protect the floor.
Mop, water and neutral soap. Natural soap cleans, disinfects and nourishes the terrazzo while protecting it. Do not use harsh detergents or acid or alkaline products. The addition - from time to time - of neutral wax to the cleaning water enhances the colours, creates a patina and protects the floor.
Sealer
Price: 25€ Unit: 1L
PROPERTY - Mosaic Sealer is a liquid impregnator that limits absorption of water and oils into porous materials. It penetrates the pores of the tiles and does not affect the natural finish of a cement floor. This solvent and resin based product is to be applied with a brush, cloth or roller on a clean and dry surface. One or more successive applications until the tiles are saturated. Ensure the room is ventilated and avoid applying in excess. Any sealer not absorbed within a few minutes will remain on the surface. You may buff the surface with a fine cloth to remove any excess and avoid a shiny or patchy finish. Always try the sealer on a loose tile before applying it on the entire surface, in order to measure the grade of absorption of the tiles.
DANGER - Highly flammable liquid and vapour. May be fatal in case of ingestion affecting airways. May cause serious skin and eye irritation. Can cause drowsiness and vertigo. Toxic to aquatic life with long-term negative effects. Should medical advice be required, take the label or container with you. Keep out of the reach of children. Keep away from heat sources, sparks, open flames and hot surfaces. No smoking. Wear protective gloves, clothes and eyewear and protective mask. IN CASE OF INGESTION: Immediately call the POISON CENTRE or seek medical help. IN CASE OF CONTACT WITH THE SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower. IF INHALED, take the person outside and maintain in a comfortable position for breathing. IN CASE OF CONTACT WITH THE EYES: Rinse carefully with water for several minutes. Do not swallow.
Neutral Soap
Price: 12.5€ Unit: 1L
PROPERTY - Liquid PH neutral soap for daily use. Diluted in water, the soap will disinfect and nourish cement based tiles.
DANGER - May cause serious eye irritation. Should medical advice be required, take the label or container with you. Keep out of the reach of children. Read the label before use. Wash hands thoroughly after use. Always wear protective gloves, clothes and eyewear as well as a protective mask. IN CASE OF CONTACT WITH THE EYES: Rinse carefully with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses. Keep rinsing. If the irritation continues, seek medical attention.
Neutral Wax
Price: 17.5€ Unit: 1L
PROPERTY - Liquid Wax which can be used diluted in water or pure. Once dry, the floor can be buffed with a cloth, fibre or felt pads which will give the tiles a sheen and enhance colours. The wax will help create a patina and protect the tiles further.
DANGER - Product not classed as a risk for health or the environment. Keep out of the reach of children. Read the label before use. IN CASE OF INGESTION: Immediately call the POISON CENTRE or seek medical help. IN CASE OF CONTACT WITH THE EYES: Rinse carefully with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses. Keep rinsing. In case of an accident or drowsiness immediately call the POISON CENTRE or seek medical help. Should medical advice be required, take the label or container with you. Dispose of content and container according to local waste management regulations.
Cleaner For household use
Price: 12.5€ Unit: 0,75L
PROPERTY - The household stain cleaner helps tone down grease stains and other marks resulting from daily use with a cement tile floor. Spray the product thoroughly on the area to treat, leave it a few minutes before scrubbing with a buffing machine and fibre disc or a green scouring pad. Add water if necessary. Rinse very well the residues to finalise the process.
DANGER - Always wear protective gloves, clothes and eyewear as well as a protective mask. May cause serious skin and eye irritation. Should medical advice be required, take the label or container with you. Keep out of the reach of children. Read the label before use. IN CASE OF INGESTION: Rinse mouth and DO NOT induce vomiting. IN CASE OF CONTACT WITH THE SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower. IF INHALED, take the person outside and maintain in a comfortable position for breathing. IN CASE OF CONTACT WITH THE EYES: Rinse carefully with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses. Keep rinsing and do not ingest. In case of an accident, immediately call the POISON CENTRE or seek medical help. Dispose of content and container according to local waste management regulations. Do not use this product with a paint spray gun.
Industrial Cleaner
Price: 12.5€ Unit: 0,75L
PROPERTY - Soft acid-based liquid cleaner that acts on calcareous elements and residues from installation.It will also dissolve a thin layer of the tile surface and help with cleaning. The product is sprayed over the floor. It may be used pure or diluted, depending on the level of cleaning required. Upon spraying, the acid reacts with the calcareous elements, producing gas bubbles and a coloured sludge. A few seconds after spraying, the acid is no longer acting and the chemical cleaning process must be immediately completed with mechanical abrasion using a buffing machine with a fibre disc (or a green scouring pad). If necessary, add water prior to buffing. Rince immediately and thoroughly with clear water to remove the residues and sludge.
DANGER - May cause serious skin irritation and ocular injuries. Should medical advice be required, take the label or container with you. Keep out of the reach of children. Read the label before use. IN CASE OF CONTACT WITH THE SKIN (or hair): Rinse skin with water and soap. Remove contaminated clothing immediately and wash. IN CASE OF CONTACT WITH THE EYES: Rinse carefully with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses. Keep rinsing. IN CASE OF INGESTION: Immediately call the POISON CENTRE or seek medical help.
Crystalliser For household use
Price: 17.5€ Unit: 0,75L
PROPERTY - To be applied using a floor buffing machine once the floor has been fully cleaned, rinsed and dried. Crystalliser, without magnesium fluorosilicate. Hardens the tiles, leaving them more resistant to abrasion and stains while giving them a slight shine. Spray a small amount over the area to be treated and work the surface with the buffing machine and discs (fibre or stainless steel wool discs) until the product has been absorbed and the tiles are completely dry and shiny.
DANGER - May cause serious burns to skin irritation and ocular injuries. Should medical advice be required, take the label or container with you. Keep out of the reach of children. Read the label before use. IN CASE OF INGESTION: Rinse mouth and DO NOT induce vomiting. IN CASE OF CONTACT WITH THE SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower. IF INHALED, take the person outside and maintain in a comfortable position for breathing. IN CASE OF CONTACT WITH THE EYES: Rinse carefully with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses. Keep rinsing and do not ingest. In case of an accident, immediately call the POISON CENTRE or seek medical. Keep this product in a secure and locked location. Dispose of content and container according to local waste management regulations.
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