Questions and Answers for SnapStone Niobrara 12 in. x 12 in. Porcelain Floor Tile (5 sq. ft. / case)

A:  Yes, it's acceptable to have a grout line run the center of the hallway. Be sure to allow 1/4' spacing between the edge of the walls and the tiles. If you need to cut a small amount off the edge of each tile to allow for a center grout line, that may be difficult and may require a different lay-out. Also, be sure to check the flatness tolerance of the subfloor to meet specs. Sand or plane high spots and fill low spots with a cement patching compound. Once the subfloor has been prepared, you may then install. Please give us a call at 877-263-5861 with any questions. Thank you.

A:  SnapStone can be installed on a raised wood sub floor as long as the sub floor meets all specifications; including, at least 5/8 thickness, 16 in OC joists, and the tolerance (flatness) specification for the tile size being installed, according to the Tile Council of North America (TCNA). Please visit the FAQ or Specifications page of our website for the tolerance specification or call us at 877-263-5861. Thank you.

A:  No, it is not recommended to be installed directly to a home wood sub flooring.

A:  SnapStone Interlocking tile is a floating tile flooring system and is not adhered to the existing subfloor. As a floating flooring system, the subfloor must meet flatness (tolerance), deflection, thickness and joist specifications, as defined by the Tile Council of North America (TCNA). Some prep work to the subfloor to meet all specifications may be required before installation. Please visit our website for specifications and installation instructions or give us a call at 877-263-5861. Thank you.

A:  The SnapStone floating tile flooring system is not approved for garage installations. There are, however, multiple manufacturers that make interlocking vinyl tiles and interlocking rubberized grids that are appropriate for garage installations. Please let us know if you have any other questions regarding the SnapStone flooring system by calling 877-263-5861. Thank you.

A:  SnapStone interlocking tile flooring system can be cut with an angle grinder to achieve curved cuts around the toilet flange. A diamond blade designed for cutting porcelain is required. Please give us a call at 877-263-5861 with additional questions. Thank you.

A:  The two suggested grout colors for the tile color are Mushroom and Almond. Please give us a call at 877-263-5861 with any questions. Thank you.

A:  The SnapStone interlocking tile system, and the required SnapStone grout, is not recommended for this application due to the possible exceeding of the temperature requirement of 100 degrees F on the floor surface under the stove, causing damage to the grout joints. Please call us at 877-263-5861 if you have any other questions. Thank you.

A:  SnapStone is designed and warranted as an interior, residential flooring product to be installed in homes maintaining temperatures above 32 degrees F but not to exceed 100 degrees F. Regarding high humidity: if moisture collects on your current basement floor, SnapStone is not a moisture solution. If SnapStone is installed over any moisture forming on the existing flooring, it will be trapped under the flooring, possible producing mold/mildew problems. We recommend calling us at 877-263-5861 so that we can fully understand your question in order to provide an accurate answer. Thank you.