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General Instructions

(1) The application of the Okiun parts is simple, if the correct steps are followed. It requires professionals with experience in fixing projects with other materials, such as ceramics or natural stone.

(2) By calculating the total weight of the parts to be installed, check that the wall´s load capacity where the Okiun parts are going to be placed is correct. In the technical sheets of each piece you will be able to check the weights per m2.

(3) The placement must be done at room temperatures of 8 – 32 °C / 48-88 °F.

(4) Before starting the installation, it is essential that the support is open to the air and completely dry for a minimum period of 6 weeks, whether of interior walls, or walls of brick or concrete.

Preparation

(1) The wall or panel on which the Installation is to be made must be smooth, without any irregularities, and must be rigid without any flexing.

(2) Painting the support wall with the same colour as the Okiun pieces is recommended.

(3) In the event that an installation wall is able to absorb moisture, the application of a water-proofing layer with a dry mortar is recommended.

(4) The supports made with drywall panels of plaster are able to support large loads, but the paper layer may be detached, so the installation must start from the ground upwards, row by row, in order that the load is progressively transferred from the ground.

Adhesives

Option 1

Adhesive based on hybrid polymer smx (inside)

The option of gluing with polymer putty is cleaner and faster. Adhesive should only be applied on the back of the piece to be installed, carefully leaving a width of 1-2 cm around the edges of the piece without adhesive, in order that when the piece is placed and pressed against the wall no adhesive overflows at the joins.

Should adhesive ooze from the joins, clean the excess adhesive from joins immediately, but never with abrasive or strong sponges. For cleaning always use cotton rags or other soft fabrics with clean water.

Option 2

Adhesive based on cement mortar ce-c2e (inside-outside

Make the mixture according to the instructions recommended by the mortar manufacturer.

Apply the mixture with a spatula on only the back of the piece to be installed, leaving a width of 1-2 cm around the edges of the piece without adhesive, in order that when the piece is placed and pressed against the wall no adhesive overflows at the joins.

Should adhesive ooze from the joins, clean the excess adhesive from joins immediately, but never with abrasive or strong sponges. For cleaning always use cotton rags or other soft fabrics with clean water.

Tools and y maintenance

Cutting

Okiun pieces can be easily cut; however, the profile of the cut will be aesthetically different.

Opción1
Angular grinder, with 1-2mm diamond disc at low speed, 4,000 RPM.
Opción2
Ceramic water cutter.

Care and maintenance

(1) Okiun parts do not require any special maintenance. For cleaning, simply use a cotton cloth with water, or a duster.

(2) Avoid contact with cleaning products that are acidic or corrosive.

(3) Avoid hitting the pieces with hard or sharp elements.