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Installation, use, cleaning and maintenance manual (1)
FOR THE USA, CANADA AND OCEANIA MARKETS ONLY
SIZE UP TO 2 cm / ¾” MORE THAN 2 cm / ¾”
Marca Corona ceramics are the outcome of a production process that envisages the use of top quality raw materials, cutting-edge technology and the maximum attention
towards quality
The result is a product with a great aesthetic and technical prestige that can offer you the best performance and durability upon condition that the following instructions for 60x60 cm / 24”x24” Rect. (rated) 4 supports 2
installation, use, cleaning and maintenance are followed. 4 supports per slab (3.4 pcs/m )
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Installation 45x90 cm / 18”x36” Rect. (rated) 6 supports
60x120 cm / 24”x48” Rect. (rated) 2
6 supports per slab (6 pcs/m )
Before installation
Being a professional operator, the tile fitter, who first “sees” and “handles” the tiles, must: NOTE: For any detail and technical specification concerning the fiber mesh plus please contact Marca Corona is responsible only if it supplies the whole system (tile + fiber
• report to the purchaser and project engineer any visible defects (see table below) on the ceramic material; mesh plus or galvanized sheet). Marca Corona cannot be held responsible for reinforcing systems that as not supplied. In case of breakage, tile must be replaced inmediately.
REASON DESCRIPTION EXCEPTIONS For further details about HITHICK in 20mm thickness and in particular for recommendations, instructions and restrictions to use and installation, please visit the
Caliber Tiles with dimensions (width/length) that are different from those of tiles belonging to the same lot - www.marcacorona.it website or refer to the “ Hithick” catalogue.
(Caliber), and with deviations above the tolerance ranges indicated in the technical data sheet.
Concave or convex tiles (corner curving), with corners curving up or down (warpage) and with
Flatness - Recommended adhesives
deviations above the tolerance ranges indicated in the technical data sheet. The use of a suitable adhesive is essential for installation. For the installation of ceramic tile, follow the indications of leading adhesive manufacturers.
Squareness - straightness Tiles with sides that are not straight and that do not form a square (“trapezoid effect”), with As a general rule, the most suitable adhesive is found by taking the following factors into account:
of sides deviations above the tolerance ranges indicated in the technical data sheet. - Type of support I Type and size of tile I Intended use (floors/walls - indoor/outdoor) I Climatic conditions during installation I Time needed to put tiling in conditions of
Tiles with a different thickness with respect to the other tiles in the same box, with deviations
Thickness - use.
above the tolerance ranges indicated in the technical data sheet. For extra large tiles installed at a height of over 3 metres, some international standards set forth the necessity to install with a system featuring both adhesive and mechanical
Cracks Tiles with cracks that are parallel to or at a right angle with the edges, or surface cracks - hooks to be chosen based on the weight of the tile, on the height of the paving and on work site conditions.
resulting in immediate detachment of chips after tapping.
Chipping Tiles in boxes, which feature broken corners and/or edges. - Spreading adhesive and installation: precautions
Spread the adhesive on the bed using a suitably toothed trowel.
Suction cup marks, which are only visible for Exert sufficient pressure on the tiles to ensure wetting of at least 70% of the total tile surface.
Tiles with holes, pinholes, craters, bumps, contaminated bodies and tile bottom face appearing a few seconds in damp conditions, are not
Surface defects When installing in interior commercial environments or outdoors, it is of the utmost importance to spread adhesive both on the tile face and the support (double-spreading) so
on the top face. deemed to be tile defects since, during normal as to avoid gaps between the ceramic tile and the support.
conditions of use, they are not visible.
Recommended grouts
Decorating defects Tiles with screen-printing or glazing defects, drips, stripes resulting from digital decoration,… . -
It is important to use a grout that is suitable for the intended use of the tiling.
Tiles outside the tone range Tiles with tones that differ in a substantial manner from the reference and/or sample tile supplied to the customer. - Follow the indications of leading grout manufacturers.
Tiles within the same lot with differences in tone that do not comply with the V-shade shown in
Mixed tones - WARNING:
the catalogue.
Honing/polishing defects Tiles with too many “holes”, colour surfacing out from the body, scratched and/or opaque - AFTER INSTALLATION, CERAMICHE MARCA CORONA:
• is not responsible for the quality of the tiled area but only for the characteristics of the material supplied.
edges, semi-circular surface scratches...
It is highly recommended to keep several spare tiles for any repair work or as samples in the event of complaints.
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
• After installation, Ceramiche Marca Corona will accept no complaints relating to visible defects.
• Follow a tiling pattern based on a specific installation technique (closed, minimal or open joint, parallel or diagonal installation, continuous or staggered joints, etc.); before proceeding Cleaning
with installation, the fitter is recommended to show the end customer an example of how the tiles will be installed (by placing them in accordance to the installation pattern “dry” and
without using grout) and to ask for an approval, preferably written. Cleaning after installation
Light differences in tone are a typical characteristic of some ceramic products. Washing after installation is of essential importance for all subsequent maintenance operations. By performing proper cleaning after installation, you will remove installation
Ceramiche Marca Corona recommends installation with slabs offset by / at the most and a grouting joint of at least 2.0 mm for single sizes and 2.0/3.0 mm for combined sizes. residues and standard work site dirt, such as for instance: mortar, adhesive, paint, work site dirt of different types. After grout has dried, clean with a suitable detergent and
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• For outdoor installation, tiles must be installed with an open joint (at least 3.0 mm). always following the instructions for use and dilution provided by the manufacturer on the pack.
• Make sure that the supporting surface is perfectly cured, flat and thoroughly clean.
a) If you are using cement-based grout, Ceramiche Marca Corona recommends the use of FILA DETERDEK (or similar acid buffer detergents, with the exception of products
Cleaning during installation containing hydrofluoric acid) since this product neither emits harmful fumes nor has an aggressive action on grout.
In order to obtain the best results in terms of chromatic effect, pick tiles from different boxes. Apply as follows:
During installation, the fitter must report any imperfections of the supporting surface (steps or small different in level between adjacent tiles, etc.) and ask for a written authorisation to • Use FILA DETERDEK diluted in a 1:5 solution (1 litres of FILA DETERDEK in 5 litres of preferably warm water; yield: 1 litre/40 m).
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proceed work from the end customer or the person in charge of the work site. • Sweep the floor with care and spread the diluted acid solution using a mop or rough cloth for residential environments or using a motorised brush with white or green discs
As far as is practicable, the end customer must ensure that the micro-climatic and lighting conditions of the work site allow fitters to perform installation in a reliable manner and to check
that materials and installation are as described above. (depending on needs) for large surfaces.
During the time running between conclusion of installation work and delivery to the end customer, ceramic tiling must be: • Let the solution work for a few minutes, depending on how deep the dirt is.
• kept clean from cement, sand, mortar and any material that could cause staining and/or mechanical surface abrasion; • Use a green or white Scotch-Brite abrasive sponge or a scrubbing brush with nylon bristles for structured surfaces, or a motorised brush with white or green discs and a
• protected against damage and soiling due to the work performed by other workers at the site (painters, electricians, woodworkers, etc.). liquid aspirator for large surfaces.
• Soak up any residues with cloths or a liquid aspirator.
For details, precautions and warnings relating to storage, handling, cutting and installation of the 120x240 size, please see our Tutorial 120x240 - available at the address • Rinse with plenty of lukewarm or warm water and repeat this operation several times until all stains or residues in the gaps of structured tiles have been removed.
https://www.marcacorona.it/project-division/grandi-lastre.html - or the video tutorials 120x240 on our Marca Corona YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/user/MarcaCorona1741
Should you still notice areas that are not perfectly clean, repeat washing but increase the concentration of acid. Refer also to the specific information provided below.
Hithick 20mm. Warnings for laying on raised floors.
Wind and breakage warning WARNING:
Outdoor pavings installed unglued above the ground level are subject to the action of the wind, with the risk, in some cases, of becoming airborne. The manufacturer this operation may be aggressive on materials and components placed near the tiling, for instance thresholds, marble window sills, metal doors and windows, decorations, etc.
recommends to require the assistance of a qualified professional in order to check the suitability of the installation system above the ground adopted, in accordance with It is highly recommended to protect these surfaces before cleaning.
the local laws and regulations and the conditions of use. Failure to do so could result in serious injury or property damage. A ceramic slab installed on a raised pedestal b) If you are using epoxy-based grout, it is essential to scrupulously follow the instructions provided by the detergent manufacturer since, after hardening, this type of grout is
system may fracture on impact if a heavy object is dropped onto it from a height, with a risk of injury to anyone standing or walking on such slab. Failure to adhere to the extremely difficult to remove. In this case, Ceramiche Marca Corona recommended you to add 10% of alcohol to the washing water or, as an alternative, to use undiluted FILA
manufacturer’s instructions for installation of slabs on raised pedestal systems may result in serious injury. For further information and recommendations concerning the
installation systems please refer to Ceramiche Marca Corona website or to the 20mm catalogue “HiThick”. PS/87 alkaline detergent (or a similar product). FILA PS/87 must be used undiluted and must be left to work for about 30 minutes. Then rub the surface with a mildly abrasive
Instructions for project engineers and customers brush and rinse with plenty of water.
If the application of the 20 mm slabs foresees the ceramic product used in structural installations, the project engineer and/or customer must carefully assess the project Specific information:
requirements with regard to the technical specifications of the slabs. To prevent the risk of damage or injury, the manufacturer recommends:
• With regard to a raised floor installation a ceramic slab may fracture on impact if a heavy object falls on it from any significant height. Therefore the manufacturer c) After installing products with a honed, polished or metal-effect finish, the acid-based detergent you intend to use must be tested on a small area before actual use.
recommends to check the specific intended use before starting the installation and to follow table for raised installation provided below. In certain conditions, reinforcing must d) Avoid using abrasive products on decorations and special inserts as they could damage the surfaces.
be applied on the back of the slabs (Fiber-Mesh Plus) supplied and applied by the manufacturer;
• With reference to any dry installation system of flooring above the ground level, the manufacturer recommends to comply with local regulations and conditions of use with After grouting coloured and/or anodised aluminium profiles, remove any residues immediately using a sponge and a mild detergent to prevent the grout hardening.
regard to wind-load, loadbearing, seismic events, etc.
Failure to comply with these recommendations may lead to improper use of the product and could cause serious damage or injury. e) After installing structured or non-slip products, cleaning after installation can be repeated several times, using a higher concentration of detergent and more abrasive
brushes, since this type of product tends to withhold more grout/dirt. Correct cleaning will allow you to resume the right appearance and obtain the best non-slip performance.
SIZE UP TO 2 cm / ¾” FROM 2 cm / ¾” TO 10 cm / 4” FROM 10 cm / 4” TO 30 cm / 12”
f) As far as products with a natural/matt finish are concerned, Marca Corona does not recommend priming/film-forming products since they are not necessary. Furthermore,
too much priming product, if not removed correctly, could withhold dirt more easily.
60x60 cm / 24”x24” Rect. (rated) 4 supports 4 supports 4 supports + Fiber-Mesh Plus
4 supports per slab (3.4 pcs/m ) 2 (3.4 pcs/m ) 2 (3.4 pcs/m ) 2 g) As far as used floors are concerned, before treating the floor with an acid product, remove any greasy or similar substances with an alkaline detergent, such as FILA PS/87.
45x90 cm / 18”x36” Rect. (rated) 6 supports 6 supports 6 supports + Fiber-Mesh Plus
60x120 cm / 24”x48” Rect. (rated) (6 pcs/m ) 2 (6 pcs/m ) 2 (6 pcs/m ) 2
6 supports per slab