1. SPLASHBACK TILE Tile Installation Guide Tile must be installed over a suitable substrate to insure a proper installation Tile should be installed over a clean sound and flat surface free of contaminates including curing compounds Substrate should be free of cracks If used in a wet area you must waterproof Tile must be sealed To avoid affecting the color of the tile White modified thin set is recommended for all installations Apply as much adhesive as can be covered within 10 15 minutes Grout joint should be a minimum of 1 16 and not butt set The trowel size you can use is a 9 Trowel 1 16 square notch Use Non Sanded grout Grout joints should be packed full and free of voids and pits Clean excess grout as the work progresses before it has hardens completely Acids should never be used for cleaning grout haze Use a damp sponge for the final cleaning and to smooth out the grout joints It is recommended to use grout release then grout the tile then use a sealant to the tile such as our MP90 Highly recommended to purchase the Glass amp Stone Installation Maintenance Kit The recommended cutting method is to use a wet saw with a diamond blade that is specifically for cutting glass Edges can be sanded smooth after cutting