Natural Cork Decorative Wall Tile Installation Guidelines

You must read and understand these instructions completely before beginning installation. Responsibility for the suitability of cork Wall Tile or the adhesive for each individual case cannot be assumed by the manufacture or retailer since we have no influence on the installer’s proper application. Should an individual Wall Tile be doubtful as to appearance or dimension the installer should not use this piece. The manufacture will send a replacement in a timely manner.

Installation
It is important for cork to acclimate. Therefore, cartons of cork Wall Tiles should be stored out of their packaging at the job site for a minimum of 72-hours prior to installation. During storage and installation, maintain temperature and relative humidity to a level that is consistent to the conditions that will prevail when the building is occupied. Heating or air conditioning should be used for an appropriate length of time prior and during installation. With improper acclimation, tiles could expand or contract excessively after installation.

Cork is a natural product. Just like wood, cork tile will vary in shade or pattern definition. Cork is subject to the normal behavior of expansion during periods of high humidity and contraction during periods of low humidity (usually the heating season). With cork, visible signs of expansion and contraction can be kept to a minimum by stabilizing the building through temperature and humidity control, allowing for proper acclimatization of the product prior to installation, and priming the substrate with a compatible color (black or brown).