IMPORTANT INFORMATION
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Photography Dimensions Crazing
Tiles manufacturers with the Lustre Effect Owing to variations in studio lighting and printing inks,the tilecolours shown in this brochure may differ slightly from those of
the actual tiles.Before making your choice it is always advisable
to ask your Original Style supplier to show you a sample. Nominal dimensions for all Original Style tiles shown in thisbrochure are given in the introduction to each range.Owing to their
deliberately rustic character,actual dimensions will vary from these
figures.With respect to 100x100mm (4x 4) tiles however,you will need100 tiles per square metre (81 tiles per square yard) plus a 5%
allowance for wastage.All dimensions are subject to a tolerance of
+2.5mm or Highly glazed
ceramic tiles supplier may craze with time,and no guaranteecan be given against this occurring.Tube-lined tiles,in particular,
are more prone to this natural process and additional care should
betaken as to where these are used.When used in wet areas,
crazed tiles should be sealed with an impregnator to stop moisture
penetrating the body of the tile and causing discolouration. To ensure the long life of the hand-painted lustre effect onselected tiles (see pages 26 - 29),it is recommended that care be
taken when fixing to avoid contact with grout.Cleaning with
abrasive materials and strong acid or alkaline chemicals should
also be avoided. Use of tiles on
home counter top surfaces Snowdrop,Clematis and Camellia field tiles are manufactured with aharder glazethan other colours.Accordingly,only these colours are
suitable for counter top surfaces.Do not forget,however,that if using these tiles on
kitchen suppliers worksurfaces,knives and other implements can still scratch the glaze so
Original Style recommend the use of a chopping
home board or
toughened glass surface
home protector when preparing food or carrying
out similar tasks.
Additionally,it is important to fix the tiles with both an adhesive
and grout that are impervious to water and easy to clean.For
example,either BAL Grip or BAL Flexwould be acceptable as
adhesives with an epoxy grout such as BAL Easypoxy Grout. Limits of liability
3 ⁄
32 . Technical Specification Installation Original Style tiles conform to BS EN14411 . Shading Detailed installation methods for internal applications are specifiedin The distinctive yet subtle variations in shade within each tile,borderorplaque and between individual pieces give a wonderful
impression of depth to tiled areas.It is essential,therefore,to spend
some time to achieve the most pleasing distribution of shades
before fixing.There may also be subtle shade variations between the
background colour on decorative tiles and their matching field tile
due to their handmade nature. BS5385 Part1 and ANSI A108 . Original Style
home wall tiles are not recommended for exterior use. For detailed advice on the particular adhesives to use in a variety ofcircumstances,please ask your supplier for the Original Style leaflet
Ceramic Wall Tiles Fixing and Cleaning Instructions (applicable in
the UK only).
In the USA please follow the recommendations of a reputable
adhesive manufacturer and always comply with American National
Standards Institution (ANSI) specifications as set out in theHandbook for Ceramic Tile Installation published by the Tile CouncilofAmerica. Grouting In all installations,seal joints with an impervious grout such as BALSupergrout.If joints are not completely watertight,moisture can be
absorbed into the tile body causing stains to show through the
translucent glaze.Use an average grout space of at least 3mm to allow for thevariations in tile dimensions. Cleaning Wash down tiled surfaces with either clean water or a neutral (i.e.not acidic or alkaline) detergent.Dry off and polish with a dry
duster.Please note,the use of certain acid based cleaning products
may cause some of the tiles to react and change in character. Laurel (Dark Green) and Graphite Glazed Tiles Special Warning Laurel tiles (see page 39) have a copper based glaze which is prone to discolouration by very mild acids often found in the home,
for example lemon scented soaps.To minimise this,wash with clean
water only and immediately wipe dry.These tiles are recommended
for use in dry areas only. Original Style accepts no liability for the faulty installation of its tiles.Inthe case of any claim relating to the tiles themselves Original Styles
liability,to the extent permitted by law,is limited to either the
replacement of the product or a refund of the cost of the product,and
does not extend to cover any consequential loss.Tiles must beinspected prior to installation and claims cannot be considered afterthe tiles have been installed.Please be advised that installation constitutes acceptance of the quality,colour,texture,shade and size of tiles.Original Style warrants that its tiles conform to their description and arefit for their purpose.Original Style makes no other express or implied warranty as to fitness orsuitability of the products for particular installations.We extend no
guarantees,express or implied,as to wear resistance or maintenanceprocedures. Please note,the use of certain acid based cleaning products maycause some of the tiles to react and changein character.
With thanks to:
Turnstyle Designs - Door manufacturer Furniture www.turnstyledesigns.com Orange Tree Interiors - Accessories www.orangetreeinteriors.co.uk Shires Rustic bathrooms Ltd 01274 521199www.shires-bathrooms.com The Cook Shop - Kitchen Utensils 01392 258576 Beach Bros Ltd - Worktops 01392 421000www.beachbros.co.uk J.Searle &Son - Hobs 01392 643242Tiles used in this setting 46
NN5900 - Graphite metallic field