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What is the recommended procedure for installing and finishing natural stone tiles?

Installation Tips:

• Stone tile installation is the same as that recommended for ceramic tile

• Adhesive—use acrylic modified thin-set mortar (white for light colors; grey for darker stones)

• For larger stones use larger trowel, check the Tile Counsel of Americas for proper installation procedures or come to one of our FREE tile classes!

Pre-sealing Before Grouting:

• To minimize (or preclude) any grout deposits accumulating in the micro-pores on the stone's surface, it is advised to pre-seal before grouting. One recommendation would be Sealer's Choice, by Aqua Mix, but final selection might depend on the specific area of usage

• Application - Use manufacturers suggested procedure
  

Protective Sealer:

• For best performance and lasting beauty, apply one to two coats of Sealer's Choice to the finished tile surface-both tile and grout joint. (Wait at least 24 hours following grouting and be sure the surface is clean and dry before application)
  
  

Color Enhancing:

• The medium to dark colors in natural stone can be enhanced with an application of Enrich 'N' Seal,
  by Aqua Mix. *note: This application would be in lieu of the surface sealers mentioned above