Marca Corona Pavimenti, 2012

duly aged, and neither frozen nor too hot. Always follow the instructions of grout and adhesive manufacturers. Cement-based adhesives must be applied at room temperature,
ranging from +5° C to + 30/35° C. Respect the technical times indicated by the adhesive and grout manufacturers. During installation, do not mark the ceramic material with
pencils or indelible pens, especially on polished material.
Joint and grout lines
The width of grout lines can vary depending on the size of the tiles and their destination of use. In general, Marca Corona recommends avoiding a joint-less installation and
suggests allowing a 2-3mm grout line. When using epoxy grouts, resins or the like, we recommend carrying out a preliminary cleaning test. For a better aesthetic outcome, we
suggest the use of grouts of the same colour hue as the tiles in order to reduce the colour contrast. After grouting, immediately and carefully remove excess grout using a wet
sponge and abundant water. A few days after installation, carry out a general cleaning using a padding action acid detergent in order to remove all residues (see “Cleaning after
installation”)
Cleaning after installation
Once installation is completed, a general cleaning operation is necessary. Incorrect or late removal of grout residue can cause rims and stains which are difficult to remove or
create a cement-film on the floor which may absorb impurities and result in a dirty effect on the floor or wall. In order to remove grout residue, wash the floor with a solution of
water and DETERDEk (FILA). Leave the product to act on the wet floor and wipe it using a colourless cloth; then rinse it with abundant water. If necessary, repeat the operation
again. Marca Corona recommends carrying out a preliminary cleaning on a sample tile or part of surface, then proceeding with the cleaning of the entire surface. After this
operation, it is necessary to carry out a base and/or alkaline washing using detergents with a degreasing action, in order to eliminate oily traces on the floor.
Every day cleaning
For every day cleaning, we recommend the use of FILA CLEANER neutral detergent diluted 1:1200 in hot water (2-3 caps of product every 5 litre water), frequently rinse the
cloth and/or the mop in order to avoid excess water on the floor. More aggressive detergents and/or clothes that have not been perfectly rinsed, can cause marks, opacification
and stains on the floor. Do not use wax, oily soaps, impregnating detergents and other treatments on porcelain stoneware tiles. Some detergents available on the market contain
wax and polishing additives which, if used, can cause a film on the floor. In order to restore the original look of the floor and eliminate this film, it is necessary to de-wax the
floor suing specific products. Marca Corona reminds you that hydrofluoric acid (hF) can irreversibly damage porcelain stoneware.
Extraordinary cleaning
In case of particularly bad stains, we recommend washing with a solution of FILA PS/87 diluted 1:10 in water, then rinsing. Marca Corona recommends carrying out a preliminary
cleaning test before using these products, especially for honed and polished porcelain stoneware surfaces.
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