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A full range of high quality fixing and sealing products, researched and developed to
meet Fired Earth standards, are available for both professional and DIY use.
Read the instructions on the packaging of Adhesives, Grouts and Sealants very carefully.
Website
- www.firedearth.com
All our installation guides are available to download from our website: Wall Tiling,
Underfloor Heating, Wood Flooring and Waterproofing Showers and Bathrooms.
Useful Numbers
UK Sales
0845 366 0400
Export Sales
+44 (0)1295 814316
Installations
01295 814310
Technical
01295 814271
Home Deliveries
01295 814313
Customer Care
01295 814396
Disclaimer
The specifications and technical information given in this publication are intended for guidance and
although they are to the best of our knowledge correct, they are given without warranty.
We cannot accept any responsibility for reliance placed upon the advice contained herein since practical
expertise and site conditions are outside of our control. Neither do we accept liability for the performance
of the product arising from such use. This does not affect your statutory rights.
Fired Earth is a trading name of Aga Consumer Products Limited. Registered in England
and Wales under Registered Number 3872754. Registered Office Address - 4 Arleston Way,
Shirley, Solihull B90 4LH.
Fired Earth, Twyford Mill, Oxford Road, Adderbury, OX17 3SX
Tel: 01295 812088 Fax: 01295 810832 www.firedearth.com
© Aga Consumer Products Limited trading as Fired Earth. August 2008
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- Page 1 This does not affect your statutory rights. Fired Earth is a trading name of Aga Consumer Products Limited. Registered in England and Wales under Registered Number 3872754. Registered Office Address - 4 Arleston Way, Shirley, Solihull B90 4LH.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Technical Department for advice prior to commencing any tiling. Fired Earth have tested our range of adhesives, grouts and sealants to ensure compatibility with all our tiles (see our Product Selector on page 18-23). Read the instructions on the packaging of Adhesives, Grouts and Sealants very carefully. -
Page 3: Substrates
Underfloor heating Our Sales Team will be happy to confirm the Fired Earth floor tiles can be used over most weight of any of our tiles. underfloor heating systems. The heating... -
Page 4: Planning
The width of grout joints will vary between 3–12mm. Large joints will be necessary on rustic tiles such as terracotta and slate. Please refer to the Fired Earth price list for recommended grout joints. Roman Mosaic tiles should be butt jointed... -
Page 5: Cutting
Cutting Due to the thickness and make-up of the Please wear suitable protective eyewear and majority of Fired Earth floor tiles, it is protective clothing when cutting tiles. recommended that either a diamond cutter Porcelain tiles require high quality diamond or an angle grinder is used to cut the tiles. -
Page 6: Grouting
Any surplus must have cured, which usually takes should be wiped off the tiles particularly between 12–24 hours for Fired Earth Floor before it starts to dry with a clean damp Adhesive* and 3 hours for Fired Earth sponge, continuously washing the sponge Fastset Adhesive*. -
Page 7: Presealed Terracotta, Geometric
‘bloom’ on the vacuumed regularly to remove all loose dirt. surface and should be wiped away with a It is important to use the correct Fired Earth clean damp cloth. Stubborn efflorescence products when maintaining your floor, as... -
Page 8: Slate And Lubelska Bricks
Before grouting apply one or two coats Tiled floors should be swept or vacuumed regularly to remove all loose dirt. It is of Fired Earth Stone Shield* using a clean, important to use the correct Fired Earth fluff-free cloth. Allow approximately 2... -
Page 9: Porcelain And Glass Tiles
Slurry – A thick creamy liquid bond strength Spoil – Excessive or surplus sealer Fired Earth Flexibond – A liquid used as an additive in adhesive or grout to increase Squeegee – Rubber edged tool to aid flexibility and bond strength removal of excess grout Fired Earth Fleximat –... -
Page 10: Product Selector 1
Fired Earth Universal overlay with Fleximat Bonding Agent* (see instructions)* PRESEALED AND RECLAIMED TERRACOTTA TILES AND LUBELSKA BRICKS Fired Earth Fastset Floor Adhesive or Fired Earth Thickbed Adhesive Adhesive with Lubelska Brick and Reclaimed Terracotta tiles* Grout Sandstone* Additive... -
Page 11: Product Selector 1
(Thickbed Adhesive can be used for all tiles 40 x 60cm and 60 x 60cm and above) Fired Earth Flexibond* (grout only) Notes: Use this table in conjunction with Fired Earth Installation guides. Read the instructions on the packaging of Adhesives, Grouts and Sealants very carefully. Quick reference guide Vinyl Tiles, Flooring... -
Page 12: Sealing, Finishing And Maintenance
For wet areas re-apply MN Stain Stop* when tiles appears porous; For dry areas, re-apply Fired Earth Stone Finish when tiles appear dull. Wax paste will be required for Pale Classic and chipped edge tile (use only in dry areas) For MN Stain floors, it is advisable to re-apply the MN Stain Stop if tiles become porous.
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