Installation
Installation is engineered for precision and durability, delivering a seamless, professional finish built to last.
Surface Preparation
Stable Surfaces: Can be installed on any solid base.
Wood, Metal, or Insulation: Must be covered with a metal mesh (5-10cm grid), overlapped by 5cm, and secured with screws/nails every 15-20cm.
Waterproofing: Apply a protective coating (PVC varnish) on wooden bases before the mesh.
Base Coat: For mesh surfaces, apply a thin cement layer and let dry for 24-48 hours. Concrete and brick walls only need cleaning and light moistening.
Surface Preparation
Stable Surfaces: Can be installed on any solid base.
Wood, Metal, or Insulation: Must be covered with a metal mesh (5-10cm grid), overlapped by 5cm, and secured with screws/nails every 15-20cm.
Waterproofing: Apply a protective coating (PVC varnish) on wooden bases before the mesh.
Base Coat: For mesh surfaces, apply a thin cement layer and let dry for 24-48 hours. Concrete and brick walls only need cleaning and light moistening.
Layout & Planning
Marking: Use a level and chalk line to draw horizontal guide lines.
Blending: Open several boxes at once and pre-arrange 2-5 m2 on the ground to mix color shades naturally.
Cleaning: Wire-brush the back of the tiles to remove dust. Ensure they are clean but not soaking wet.
Layout & Planning
Marking: Use a level and chalk line to draw horizontal guide lines.
Blending: Open several boxes at once and pre-arrange 2-5 m2 on the ground to mix color shades naturally.
Cleaning: Wire-brush the back of the tiles to remove dust. Ensure they are clean but not soaking wet.
Application & Mounting
Adhesive: Use cement-based tile adhesive (for stone/concrete) or gypsum adhesive (for gypsum products).
Consistency: The mortar should be thick enough not to slide off a vertical trowel.
Technique: Press the element firmly and wiggle it slightly to distribute the glue.
Pressure: Apply enough pressure so the adhesive spreads to the edges. For large pieces, apply glue to the edges only to create a "vacuum effect."
Thickness: Aim for a 5-10mm adhesive layer.
Application & Mounting
Adhesive: Use cement-based tile adhesive (for stone/concrete) or gypsum adhesive (for gypsum products).
Consistency: The mortar should be thick enough not to slide off a vertical trowel.
Technique: Press the element firmly and wiggle it slightly to distribute the glue.
Pressure: Apply enough pressure so the adhesive spreads to the edges. For large pieces, apply glue to the edges only to create a "vacuum effect."
Thickness: Aim for a 5-10mm adhesive layer.
Grouting & Finishing
Exterior Walls: Joints must be fully sealed to prevent water damage.
Jointing: Use a grout bag or spatula. For a "dry-stack" look, let the squeezed-out mortar dry for 12-18 hours before cleaning with a wooden stick.
Brick Cladding: Often requires no extra grout if the adhesive fills the gaps during pressing.
Sealing: You may apply a water-based stone sealer 2-3 days after installation once completely dry.
Grouting & Finishing
Exterior Walls: Joints must be fully sealed to prevent water damage.
Jointing: Use a grout bag or spatula. For a "dry-stack" look, let the squeezed-out mortar dry for 12-18 hours before cleaning with a wooden stick.
Brick Cladding: Often requires no extra grout if the adhesive fills the gaps during pressing.
Sealing: You may apply a water-based stone sealer 2-3 days after installation once completely dry.
Essential Tools
Essential Tools
- Level, Chalk line, Wire brush.
- Level, Chalk line, Wire brush.
- Notched trowel, Angle grinder (diamond blade).
- Notched trowel, Angle grinder (diamond blade).
- Drill with mixer, Bucket, Damp sponge.
- Drill with mixer, Bucket, Damp sponge.
Essential Tools
- Level, Chalk line, Wire brush.
- Notched trowel, Angle grinder (diamond blade).
- Drill with mixer, Bucket, Damp sponge.
Ready to elevate your new project?
Join dozens of architects and designers who choose Betonica for their flagship projects.
Ready to elevate your new project?
Join dozens of architects and designers who choose Betonica for their flagship projects.
Ready to elevate your new project?
Join dozens of architects and designers who choose Betonica for their flagship projects.