Natural Stone   Contact Us Installation   By Phone       Clarens Sandstone does offer installation services, but for those who prefer to do it themselves, some helpful hints:   Andre 083-375-9448     Des 072-978-1351 Always make sure that the surface to be tiled is in good condition, integrally sound, and is of a quality and consistency suitable for tiling. The surface must be clean and free of all traces of shutter release and curing agents, laitance and any other surface contaminants, preferably by scarifying or sandblasting. Dense or smooth surfaces must be primed with a TAL KEYCOAT slurry prior to the adhesive application. Should the installation require waterproofing, i.e. showers or balconies, the substrate should be waterproofed using TAL SUPERFLEX I or TAL SUREPROOF waterproofing compounds prior to commencing tiling. The waterproofing Installation must be allowed to cure completely before tiling is commenced. This installation can be carried out using any good quality adhesive. We recommend that a bonding liquid is used when natural sandstone is installed. In all natural tiling installations it is imperative that each tile Is solidly bedded in the adhesive. We would recommend the use of a notched trowel with 10 x 10mm notches.

Tips on   Natural Stone Grouting   Installations       Grouting must not be carried out until sufficient bond has developed between the bedding mix and the tiles to preclude disturbance of the tiles during the grouting operation. Allow a minimum of 4 hours before grouting. The grout, whether it is for internal or external use, should be suitable for joints up to 8mm wide. A stain free grout is recommended.    Clarens Sandstone is proud to bring you natural stone installations. We can now supply our customers with natural stone products, as well as ensure easy installation and fitment of stone surfaces. We firmly believe that service and quality is essential to customer satisfaction. To this aim, our team of highly skilled installers are personally supervised at all times to ensure a consistently high level of quality.