Atlas Concorde Solution
Catalog 2024
Laying suggestions - cleaning and maintenance
1. LAYING
Before starting the installation process, make sure the laying surface is well cured, flat and completely clean and that the material available is sufficient in quantity and has the right tone and size.
2 CHOICE OF ADHESIVE
The use of an appropriate adhesive is essential for a successful installation. For the installation of ceramic tiles, you should follow the laying instructions provided by leading adhesives
manufacturers.
You should choose the most suitable adhesive on the basis of the following factors:
laying surface
type and size of tile
use of tiled surface (floor/wall; indoor/outdoor)
weather conditions at the time of laying
waiting time before the ceramic surface can be used
Technical Specifications
PORCELAIN & WALL TILES
USE
TYPE OF TILE
SIZE
RECOMMENDED ADHESIVES - European Standards EN 12004
Normal Set
Rapid set
waiting time before the ceramic surface can be used
Laying surface
Type
(cm)
4. SQUARE OR PERPENDICULAR CUTS
To perform square or perpendicular cuts, it’s best to first drill circular holes near the corners of the hole and then connect them with linear cuts, which will relax the tension at
the corners of the tile.
5. JOINTS AND GROUTING
Before filling the joints, it is recommended to wait until the adhesive is completely dry and to ensure that the joints are free of all traces of adhesive and/or dust. In any case,
Atlas Concorde does not recommend installation without joints or joints smaller than 2 mm. For joints in a color that contrasts with the tiles, it is recommended to test the
grout in a small, hidden area. You should follow the instructions provided by leading grout manufacturers.
USE
RECOMMENDED GROUTS - EUROPEAN STANDARDS EN 13888
Residential interiors
Damp interiors (bathrooms, showers) and outdoors
Commercial premises
Premises requiring total hygiene and resistance to chemical agents
(swimming pools, kitchen work surfaces, food industry, hospitals, supermarkets, etc).
5A. ELIMINATION OF EXCESS GROUT
Improved cementitious mortars for joints (Class CG2)
Improved cementitious mortars for joints with low water absorption (CG2 WA)
Improved cementitious mortars for joints with high resistance to abrasion (Class CG2 A)
Epoxy mortars (Class RG).
INDOOR FLOORS
Cementitious screeds
Existing cement floors (cement concrete, bush-hammered)
Anhydrite screeds (following application of a suitable primer)
Heating floors
Existing ceramic, terrazzo and natural stone floors
Waterproofing in bathrooms
porcelain tiles
< 30x30 cm
≥ 60x60 cm
Improved cementitious adhesives with long open time
(Class C2E).
Improved cementitious adhesives with long open time and
deformable (Class C2E - S1).
Improved cementitious adhesives, slip resistant and
deformable (Class C2FT - S1).
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Improved cementitious adhesives, slip resistant and
deformable (Class C2FT - S1).
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INDOOR WALL TILES
Cementitious plaster or mortar
Plaster (plaster or panels, following application of a suitable primer)
Painted walls
Cast concrete (Following application of primer on gypsum-based joints)
Plasterboard
Waterproofing in bathrooms and showers
Existing ceramic tiles
wall tiles
porcelain tiles
any size
≥ 30x30 cm
< 60x60 cm
Improved cementitious adhesives resistant to slip and with
long open time (Class C2TE).
Improved cementitious adhesives resistant to slip and with
long open time (Class C2TE).
Improved cementitious adhesives, slip resistant and
deformable (Class C2FT - S1).
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Improved cementitious adhesives, slip resistant and
deformable (Class C2FT - S1).
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OUTDOOR FLOORS
Cementitious screeds
Concrete floor
Layers of waterproofing
porcelain tiles
OUTDOOR WALLS
Cementitious plaster
Concrete cast in situ or prefabricated
porcelain tiles
< 30x30 cm
≥ 60x60 cm
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Improved cementitious adhesives resistant to slip with long
open time and deformable (Class C2TE - S1).
Improved cementitious adhesives with long open time and
highly deformable (Class C2E - S2).
Improved cementitious adhesives, slip resistant and
deformable (Class C2FT - S1).
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Improved and highly deformable cementitious
adhesives (Class C2F - S2).
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≥ 30x30 cm
< 60x60 cm
< 30x30 cm
≥ 60x60 cm
< 30x30 cm
≥ 60x60 cm
A Improved cementitious adhesives resistant to slip and
with long open time (Class C2TE).
Improved cementitious adhesives, slip resistant and
deformable (Class C2FT - S1).
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≤ 30x30 cm
< 60x60 cm
≥ 30x30 cm
< 60x60 cm
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Improved cementitious adhesives resistant to slip and with
long open time (Class C2TE).
Improved cementitious adhesives resistant to slip and with
long open time (Class C2TE).
Improved cementitious adhesives resistant to slip with long
open time and deformable (Class C2TE - S1).
Improved cementitious adhesives resistant to slip with long
open time and deformable (Class C2TE - S1).
Improved cementitious adhesives with long open time and Improved cementitious adhesives with long open time and
highly deformable (Class C2E - S2).
highly deformable (Class C2FE - S2).
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Improved cementitious adhesives resistant to slip with long
open time and deformable (Class C2TE - S1).
Improved cementitious adhesives, slip resistant and
deformable (Class C2FT - S1).
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Improved cementitious adhesives, slip resistant and
deformable (Class C2FT - S1).
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Improved cementitious adhesives, slip resistant and
deformable (Class C2FT - S1).
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Improved cementitious adhesives, slip resistant and
deformable (Class C2FT - S1).
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To correctly and easily eliminate excess grout, follow the instructions given by the grout manufacturer. In general, proceed as follows:
Cementitious grouts
When the grout becomes opaque (normally after 10-20 minutes), clean with a hard cellulose sponge using movements on a diagonal to the joints. It is important to respect
the drying time to avoid removing the grout from the joints.
Epoxy grouts
When the mixture is still fresh, wet the surface with plenty of water, emulsifying with a pad like Scotch-Brite®, paying attention not to empty the joints.
The residual grout liquid can be removed with a hard cellulose sponge (to be replaced when excessively soaked with resin).
It is vital to remove epoxy grout rapidly before it starts hardening as it is extremely difficult to remove subsequently. If the epoxy grout has started to harden, try adding 10%
alcohol to the washing water.
6. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
6A. FINAL SITE CLEANING
The work site is considered finished when it is cleared of any tools/materials used for the job. To reduce the risk of damage to the tiled surface, it is necessary to protect it
and avoid the presence of abrasive materials.
After a few days, eliminate residues with a commercial Scotch-Brite® pad, brush or single brush floor cleaner (for large surfaces).
For walls, use a neutral detergent in hot water.
For floors, use a mild acid wash diluted according to the type of surface (smooth or textured). It is important to protect marble or metal inserts previously with adhesive tape.
Rinse with abundant clean water to eliminate all marks or residues from the joints.
If necessary, repeat the acid wash at a higher concentration, unless there are marble or metal inserts. Do not use diluted commercially-available acids.
6B. ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
You are recommended to use ordinary neutral detergent diluted in water.
Avoid using acid or alkaline products, waxes and/or impregnants and metal pads (iron or steel sponges).
In the event of heavy dirt or particularly textured surfaces, use an alkaline detergent and rinse after washing.
For large surfaces, the use of a floor washing machine is recommended.
6C. UNSCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
In the event of dirt resistant to the ordinary cleaning, use a suitable detergent for the particular kind of dirt.
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For large size tiles laid at a height of more than three meters, certain international regulations specify that tiles should be laid using a mixed system of adhesive and mechanical fixtures chosen in relation to the weight of the tile,
height of the tiling and site conditions.
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For tiles with a side measuring more than 30 cm laid at heights of more than three meters, certain international regulations specify the use of an additional mechanical anchor that ensures the retention of the tile in case of
accidental detachment, to be chosen in relation to the weight of the tile, the height of the tiling and the site conditions.
Improved cementitious adhesives, slip resistant and
deformable (Class C2FT - S1).
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TYPE OF DIRT (resistant to ordinary maintenance)
DETERGENT/SOLVENT
3. LAYING THE TILES
Installation should be performed by qualified personnel using the proper tools. The laying of the material should be checked before the adhesive is dry so that any corrections
can be made. In any case, Atlas Concorde does not recommend installation without joints or joints smaller than 2 mm.
When laying tiles with a side longer than 60 cm and in any case for commercial indoor environments or outdoors it is essential to spread the adhesive using double buttering,
applying the adhesive in a linear method parallel to the short side both on the substrate and on the back of the tile, thus ensuring perfect adhesion between the tile and
substrate. To minimize the unevenness of the tiles both on the floor and on the wall it is recommended to use "easy installation systems" with spacers and levelers.
Spread the adhesive using a suitably toothed spatula.
3A. LAYING RECTANGULAR FORMATS
For straight courses of rectangular formats, the maximum offset between tiles must not exceed 1/3 of the length of the adjacent side.
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Coal, lime efflorescence, chalk, metal marks, rust, graphite, emulsion paint
Coca cola, coffee, wine, beer, ice cream
Resin, silicon or mechanical oils, candle wax, paint
Tire marks, sole marks, suction cup marks
Acid detergents*
Alkaline detergents
Solvents
Alkaline detergent in an abrasive paste
* Important: Acid products may corrode marble, granite, natural stone and metal. Avoid using in the presence of decoration or inserts in these materials
The cleaning characteristics of the materials may vary significantly depending on the laying method, conditions of use, type of surface and environment. Generally speaking,
the higher the non-slip characteristics of the tiles, the more difficult they are to clean.
The maintenance and cleaning operative should always test each cleaning method empirically in advance (if possible on a piece of the material not laid)
In the case of particularly heavy use (for example, mechanical workshops or environments with a heavy presence of oily residues and tire marks), incorrect laying or inappro-
priate cleaning, Atlas Concorde declines all responsibility for the effectiveness of cleaning and maintenance operations.
Atlas Concorde cannot, under any circumstances, be held responsible for events, damage or defects caused by incorrect laying, negligent cleaning and maintenance or the
use of materials and adhesives inappropriate for the use.
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1/3 L
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