Working with VILLI Products

Please read these instalation instructions carefully before beginning installation!

VILLIGLAS is a high-quality, architectural building material. Installation of large format glass tiles requires skillful techniques and training, and it is essential to adhere strictly to the relevant instructions for installation. For this reason installation should only be carried out by properly trained professionals. The owner or end user of the tiles is responsible for determining the acceptability of the product for the particular installation being considered. If the customer has any doubt as to whether the tile is suited to the application being considered it is strongly suggested a call be made to Villi USA to discuss the concern. In addition, all tiles should be dry-laid and examined for variation and shading prior to installation.

VILLI USA assumes NO responsibility for problems related to product installation and No adjustments will be made after installation.

For processing glass tiles and glass mosaic VILLI recommends professional, water-cooled tools.

Important factors
for a succesful VILLI installation

SUBSTRATES

An unstable substrate can cause fracturing of any tile after installation. It is of utmost importance to let a cement mortar bed cure for a recommended 7 days for wall installations & 28 days for floor applications. An uncured substrate can cause stress fractures in the tile due to the ongoing curing. The substrate must be sound, secure and completely level, plumb and square to within 1/8” in 8’ to meet industry tolerance standards. There must be no abrupt irregularities such as screw or nail heads. Make sure that the substrate is completely free of dirt, debris, grease, paint, sealers and curing compounds.

SETTING MATERIALS

It is recommended that a white, thin-set mortar modified with polymer or latex, compliant with ANSI 118.4 and recommended for glass tile installation by the setting material manufacturer be used to set the tile. White thin-set reflects the most light and creates the brightest color through the glass. Please see our material recommendations.

Unacceptable Setting materials:
• Organic adhesive (mastic), due to yellowing and low bond strengths
• Epoxy, due to lack of flexibility. This material also degrades and yellows in sunlight.

ANTI-FRACTURE / WATER-PROOF MEMBRANE

An anti-fracture / water proof membrane should be used in all wet areas and is advised for all installations.

• Laticrete: 9235 waterproof & anti-fracture membrane - 1-800-243-4788>
• Custom Building Products: RedGard Waterproofing - 1-800-272-8786>
• Mapei: Contact manufacture for their recommendations - 1-800-426-2734

EXPANSION / CONTROL JOINTS

Expansion joints are essential for the success of most tile installations. Existing joints in subsurfaces must be carried through tile work. Install control joints where the tile abuts restraining surfaces, around the perimeter of the tile installation and where two substrates of different composition meet in the same place. Therefore silicone caulking sealant must be used in all corner joints in the place of grout. Follow nstructions on expansion joints EJ171-02 or current year in the Handbook for Ceramic Tile Installation published by the Tile Council of America. Expansion joint requirements will vary depending on substrate, climate and size of installation. An architect and engineer should be consulted when specifying the exact number and location of each expansion joint.

Expansion / control / Flexible Joint Filler Products:
• Laticrete: Latasil NS (non-sag),
• Latisel SP (floors) 1-800-243-4788

GROUT JOINT WIDTH

Villi glass tiles should be set with a minimum of 1/8 inch grout joint. We also recommend nonsanded grout to prevent any scratching on the tile surface. If applications call for sanded grout, we recommend the use of a soft rubber float to minimize the possibility of scratching the tile. After installation, it is recommended that the tile be cleaned with a commonly accepted grout cleaner, e.g. Aqua Mix (1-800-366-6877) or TEC (1-800-832-9023).
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CUTTING VILLI TILES

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ASSEMBLY OF SANITARY INSTALLTIONS, PLACING HARDWARE AND ACCESSORIES

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CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS

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LIMITED WARRANTY

VILLIglas products are produced in an innovative procedure. The organic color pigments are melted into the glass therefore no corrosion can occur and change the color. VILLIglas products are produced from homogeneous glass slates; they don’t absorb water and are therefore frost resistant. VILLIglas products can be installed in and outdoors. VILLIglas manufactures glass tile products in accordance with industry standards, and they are warranted to be reasonably free of defects in materials and workmanship. When properly handled and correctly installed, VILLIglas is guaranteed to conform (within accepted industry standards and tolerances) to the manufacturer’s declared specifications. Villi USA cannot accept responsibility for the performance of these products after they are installed. Except for the warranties set forth above, or implied, including but not limited to any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. More information on our warranty

NATURAL COLORING OF THE GLASS

The color of the final consignment may deviate slightly from the color of the original sample, but this does not constitute any reason to return the goods. Glass always has its own natural coloring, which increases as the thickness/ density increases. This natural coloring is reduced with Opti-Glass, but not impossible. We would draw attention to the fact that the color may deviate from the original in subsequent orders.

If you have any questions, please contact us by phone at
1-866-724-5836 (toll free) or by Email.

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