Cast Color

Cast Metal Cast Stone Cast Color Natural Stone Accessories

Applications

WALL: All tiles are recommended for use as a wall covering in interior applications.
COUNTERTOPS: Tiles are NOT recommended for use as a surface for countertops.
WET AREAS: The tiles can be installed in wet areas such as backsplashes, bathroom walls and shower enclosures, but are NOT recommended in wet areas where pool chemicals are present (swimming pools, hot tubs, etc.)
Tiles are NOT recommended in areas where the tiled surface temperature will exceed 130°F (55°C). For example, do not install tiles as a heat shield behind a wood (or gas) stove, near certain kitchen cook tops, fireplace surrounds and steam rooms/steam showers. Tiles can be used in a bathroom or regular shower.
EXTERIOR: Tiles are NOT recommended for exterior applications.
RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL: Tiles are recommended for residential and light commercial applications.

Q-Seal™ Permanent Protection

Tile surfaces are protected by Q-Seal, a permanent sealer that is water and stain resistant, protects against abrasion, and features Ultra-Fresh® anti-microbial protection, which inhibits the growth of stain and odor-causing mold and mildew. Q-Seal is factory-applied and never needs re-sealing. Stone or grout sealer inadvertently applied to the surface cannot penetrate or adversely affect Q-Seal. Simply wipe excess sealer off the tile.

Installations Instructions For cast color™ (glass)

Follow generally accepted good practices for installation of ceramic tile. Take careful note of the following instructions specific to tiles Cast in Questech.

Setting Materials

Use the following setting materials for proper adhesion:

White Thin-Set: A liquid latex (polymer) fortified premium thin-set Portland cement mortar conforming to ANSI A118.4.
White Epoxy Adhesives: A white water-cleanable epoxy mortar conforming to ANSI A118.3.

Setting Methods

Follow adhesive manufacturer’s instructions for preparation, mixing, application, and cleanup.
Trowel a layer of adhesive on the back of each tile prior to placing on the combed adhesive bed to obtain 100% coverage.

Note: Trowel notch marks can be seen through transparent glass tile. On small parts, when back buttering is difficult or not practical, flatten the notch marks in the thin-set with the flat end of the trowel making sure not to remove the adhesive.

DO NOT beat in with the butt-end of the trowel. Glass tile should be set in place and pushed gently into the setting material to insure 100% full bedding and complete contact with the adhesive. Allow to set until firm before grouting.
Excess adhesive must be cleaned from the surface and grout joints with a wet cloth or sponge while the adhesive is still fresh.
Glass tiles should have a minimum of a 1/16" (1.5mm) spacing between tiles.

Grouting Materials

Use the following grouting materials:

Cement: A liquid latex (polymer) fortified premium Portland cement grout conforming to ANSI A118.6.
Epoxy: A water-cleanable grouting epoxy conforming to ANSI A118.3.

Grouting Methods

Follow grout manufacturer’s instructions for preparation, mixing, application, and cleanup.
To help with cleanup, we recommend covering the tile surface with a high quality painter’s tape.
Clean-up residue as soon as possible after grouting. Grout that is allowed to harden may be difficult to remove.
Do NOT use scouring pads, steel wool, sandpaper, or other abrasive implements to remove grout haze, or damage to the tile surface may result.

Cutting Instructions And Safety

Be sure to wear appropriate eye protection and an approved dust respirator when cutting, grinding or drilling tiles.

The tiles are best cut or mitered with a diamond abrasive wet-saw.
Tiles can be drilled with a high-speed drill or a hole saw.
Tiles can also be cut or drilled with a rotary saw (ex. Roto Zip, Dremel).
Do NOT use tile cutters designed to score and break tiles.

Care and Maintenance

To clean, use an ordinary household cleaner. For best results, we recommend a liquid, non-abrasive cleaner.
Powdered or abrasive household cleaners should be tested in a small inconspicuous area to ensure that no damage will result.
Do NOT clean with scouring pads, steel wool, or other abrasive implements or damage to the tile surface may result.
Cleaners containing ammonia, bleach or other harsh chemicals should be wiped up shortly after application or damage to the tile surface may result.

Warranty

Q-Seal is guaranteed to be water and stain resistant for as long as you own your home. Please click for complete warranty information.