TECHNICAL NOTES

DIMENSIONS

Since these are hand crafted tiles, the nominal

length, width, thickness and rectangularity values,

although accurately stated, must be construed as

guideline.

RECOMMENDED APPLICATIONS

Floor and wall surfaces for residential and low-

traffic commercial interiors.

Crackle effect finishes are recommended

exclusively for interior wall surfaces.

Existing floor surfaces (refurbishment of original

ceramic, marble, cotto and stone floors).

Dry structural screeds in cement.

Screeds with underfloor heating systems, floating

floors.

Interior walls, plasterboard surfaces (after

applying a suitable primer to the substrate) .

Not suitable for installation on: floors with fitted

carpets / other compressible coverings / exterior

floors and walls / swimming pools / areas in

constant contact with running water.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Check the flatness of the substrate and level it

if necessary before proceeding. Since the tiles

are hand crafted, check for possible traces of

residual humidity before installing (if necessary,

allow them to dry completely); select the adhesive

in compliance with the substrate and follow the

manufacturer’s directions for use.

Do not wet the tiles before or during installation.

These tiles can be installed using class C2 E cement

adhesives or class R2 reactive adhesives (to be

checked in accordance with the characteristics of

the substrate).

Colour and tonal differences between individual

tiles are not to be viewed as defects but rather as an

innate characteristic of highly artisanal products.

At the time of installation we therefore recommend

mixing tiles from different boxes to maximise the

aesthetic effect of the finished surface.

Before installing the tiles, check their dimensional

characteristics (especially thickness, straightness

and flatness), following technical-aesthetic best

practices at all times to achieve the optimal results.

We recommend creating joints of at least 2 or 3

mm. Use exclusively cement-based grouts (reactive

grouts should be avoided) and remove surplus

material rapidly while you work to avoid unsightly

residues.

For the maximum visual appeal of the surface

choose a grout colour that is coordinated with the

tile colour, taking care to avoid contrasting grout

colours.

After installation / grouting and cleaning, for the

terracotta version we recommend waiting at least

two days for the floor to dry completely and then

applying a wax based protectant.

We recommend protecting tiled surfaces with heavy

cardboard when installing furniture and fittings.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR SPECIAL

MAINTENANCE OR WORKSITE

COMPLETION PROCEDURES

DO NOT USE ACID DETERGENTS FOR

WASHING AND SURFACE TREATMENTS AT

THE TIME OF WORKSITE COMPLETION,

Clean the surface with a solution of water

and neutral detergent (such as Fila’s

“FILACLEANER”). The first pass should be done

with a sponge or white buffing pad followed by a

water rinse.

ROUTINE MAINTENANCE

INSTRUCTIONS

Avoid aggressive and abrasive cleaning products

(SCALE REMOVER PRODUCTS, SCOURERS,

ETC.).

Use normal commercially available neutral

cleaning products. Note that allowing Cerasarda

tiles (with crackle textured surfaces) to come into

contact with dirty or greasy water, substances or

materials may cause irreversible damage to the

crackle surface.

For the terracotta version we recommend applying

a water and wax solution after cleaning the

surface.

The surface of the terracotta version may remain

somewhat absorbent so ensure any spills of

staining or aggressive liquids are mopped up

rapidly with a sponge moistened with water.

PRECAUTIONS:

The special extruded cotto tile body is highly

absorbent.

The glaze employed for these collections (with the

exception of the waxed cotto finish) may display

surface fissures commonly known as a crackle

effect texture, this being a distinctive feature of

highly artisanal ceramic products.

STAIN PROTECTION TREATMENT

When the surface is perfectly dry, brush on a coat

of a stain protection sealant for glossy surfaces

(such as Fila’s MP/90). Apply a small amount of

the product, taking care to spread it evenly. From

4 to 6 hours after applying the sealant remove

surplus product with a dry cloth or, if necessary, a

damp cloth.

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE

We recommend repeating the STAIN

PROTECTION TREATMENT at 2 or 3-year

intervals in the case of surfaces at high risk of

staining, such as kitchen wall surfaces and tops.

Before applying the treatment the surface should

be cleaned with a neutral cleaning product (such

as Fila’s FILACLEANER).

After washing, once the surface is dry apply a

stain protection sealant for glossy surfaces (such as

Fila’s MP/90).

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