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INSTALLATION

Finishing Touches

Caulking:

Caulk around sink perimeter and all corners after grouting is complete. Always follow manufacturers? instructions.

Sealing:

Sealing is not necessary when using LATAPOXY® SP-100 Grout.

Replacing Broken Tile:

Always protect your eyes with safety glasses or goggles when removing tile.

1. Remove grout from around damaged tile.

2. Using a chisel and hammer, begin at the center of the tile, chipping away the old tile.

3. Clean out the area as well as possible.

4. Spread a thin layer of adhesive mortar to the back of the replacement tile and the surface to be tiled. Press tile firmly into place, trying to make it level with other tiles around it.

5. Allow the mortar to set completely and regrout around the tile.

 


 

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