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by Euro Cast Stone
"The Cast Stone Specialists"
Auburn, Lincoln, Sacramento, CA, California also Reno & Carson City, Nevada
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Your Guide To Custom Masonry & Architecture
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Euro Cast Stone
manufactures a vast array of different stone simulated products.
Tile, slabs,
moldings, deco-tiles, borders, liners, fireplace surrounds, mantels, pier
caps, wall caps, window & door treatments.
The product,
regardless of its shape or color is made of white cement, white aggregate and
pigment oxide. The finished product resembles natural stone.
Cast Stone is colored throughout.
Veining and marbleizing can be created during casting
Dear Friend,
Would you like
to...
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Transform your property?
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Live in the home of your desire?
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Change the style and way you live?
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Create a space of ambient splendor?
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Make money on improving your property?
Cast Stone adds Beauty and Value
Property and
Home Improvement
We understand
that today's sophisticated consumer wants stability and durability integral
to their investment.
All Euro Cast
Stone Products are guaranteed to stand the test of time
Cast stone per
sae, has been in existence for hundreds of years with structures still
standing today.
In many cases,
cast stone has outlasted natural cut stone.
Since the early 1920's, cast stone has been widely used and
accepted as a superior replacement for natural cut stone
Guaranteed Unbeatable Prices
We still believe
it's the most cost-effective way to achieve your Ideal Dream Home and realize
maximum value on your property - pure ROI
Cast Stone Quality
Amazing
Stone Age Effects
DOWNLOADS
Full color brochure in PDF format (Adobe Acrobat Reader)
Introduction
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I Catalog I Gallery I Fireplaces
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Email: Euro Cast Stone
For more information and
technical support contact
(530) 878-2507 Fax: (530) 269-1778
Building and Construction News
Building and Building Materials
DESCRIPTION
Recommended Eurocaststone
Products
Slabs & Tiles
Maximum size
for slabs is 30" x 60". All slabs are 1.5" thick.
There are 5
edges available:
Eased edge,
Bullnoze, French Ogee, English ogee and a special Euro-edge.
The Euro edge
is molded and is reversible but no radius is available.
Slabs should
be fitted in place before final installation. Epoxy or PL 400 is commonly
used for gluing them in place. A matching color siliconized grout is best for
the grout joints.
We
manufacture tiles in many different sizes & shapes.
Current sizes
are 4" x 4", 6" x 6" and 12" x 12" in 1/2 inch
thick, 8" x 8", 8" x 16", 16" x 16" in 3/4 inch
thick which can be used for a Versailles pattern.
The castle
stone is 1" thick and 6x6-6x12-12x12-12x18-18x18 and 18x24. (Very
rustic) Special sizes available upon request.
Each of the
decorative Deco tiles, Borders and moldings shown on the brochure are in
stock in one color only, color #4 which resemble a light colored limestone.
From this
color, Euro Cast Stone offers two different coloring alternatives seen on
page 13 of the brochure.
Glazing, Staining &
Antiquing
Glazing
We have
developed 3 different standard cement glazes, SIENNA, DESERT ROSE and OCHRE.
They can be
used inside or outside but not for flooring. Their advantage is a constant
color in the production. These glazes are formulated in batches and do not
vary in color.
Staining
Euro Cast
Stone has selected a Chemical Stain made by Scofield.
There are
seven stains:
Black, Padre Brown, Avocado, Dark Walnut, Antique Amber, Faded Terra-cotta
and Weathered Bronze.
They can be
used either on floor tile or vertical deco, etc.
The result of
staining will vary and creates different colors on the stone.
It is a
topical application of an acid that reacts to the cement.
Bullnozes and
trims will have to be treated with the stain after fabrication.
Euro Cast
Stone can provide some of the stain for this purpose.
PRODUCT INSTALLATION AND CARE
SHEET
FLOOR TILE INSTALLATION
Euro Cast
Stone tiles should not be bonded directly to wood for floor application.
Euro Cast
Stone recommend the use of "Wonder board" 7/16th thick or similar
backer board or the use of wire mesh with dry pack or wet mortar bed. It is
important that the setting surface is sound and has no movement.
Euro Cast
Stone tiles should only be installed with the thin set method and we
recommend the use of an acrylic mortar admix. For Structural items the use of
an epoxy can apply.
Countertops
To attach to
cabinetry, it is recommended to use "PL400" construction adhesive.
An option would be the original red label "Liquid Nail". Once all
slabs are dry fitted on counters, use little dabs 1" tall and 2" in
diameter every 8". Your joints should not be more than 1/8" wide
and treated with siliconized sanded grout (caulking), in the best matching
color.
Things to remember
1. Use an
acrylic admix in the thin set and grout.
2. Use
1/8" grout joint or wider.
3. Back of the stone should be free of dust or loose
dirt.
4. Set the
tile firmly into the setting bed to provide 100 % contact.
5. 1/2 "
notched trowel is recommended.
6. For larger
sizes 12" or larger, it is necessary to back butter the tile.
7. Do not
spread too much thin set, if skimming occurs, a bond failure will result.
8. Keep your
installation clean of thin set and debris.
GROUTING
All Euro Cast Stone products are pre-sealed in our factory.
This will eased the grouting procedure.
Euro Cast Stone recommend the use of a premixed cement grout
to which you could add an acrylic admix.
Euro Stone does not recommend the use of
epoxy grout.
Mix your grout with 50% add mix, 50% water. Use a grout trowel
to press the grout in the joints.
After few minutes, even-out the joints with a sponge and
sponge clean the tile surface. Avoid excess of water it will create
discoloration in the grout. Make sure to remove any film, haze or grout on
tile. Once the grout is fairly dry, use a clean rag to fine-tune the grout
edges.
SEALANT
Although our
products are factory pre sealed, it is necessary to apply one or two coats of
sealer after installation. The sealer will protect and enhance the tile and
grout and give you a long time protection against staining, discoloration and
premature wear.
For
countertops, especially in food preparing areas, it is necessary to apply 4/5
coats of sealer until cement slabs does not absorb the sealer anymore.
ECS Select and Recommend
"Miracle Sealant Company"
Their Sealer
"511 Porous Plus" has proven to be the best premium sealer on the
market.
Prior sealing
the installation, it is important:
1. To READ
the label.
2. That all
moisture has evaporated and the installation is dry.
3. Tile is
COMPLETELY CLEAN.
4. Maintain
adequate ventilation.
5. Apply the
sealer with a soft sponge or a brush in even coats.
6. Let stand
for 3-4 minutes especially for counter tops and remove excess.
7. Allow
minimum of 24 hours between coats.
8. Tiles
should not be walked on after final coat for at least 24 hours.
EXTRA CARE
Even with the
best sealers, accidents can happen and create etch marks or stains.
Remember that
with all stones containing lime (limestone, travertine, marble and cement)
you need to be careful with acids.
Most of the
foods and liquids we ingest are acidic to a certain degree.
We found that there are 3
categories of staining problems in the stone industry.
1. Etch marks.
2. Color
discoloration from oil.
3. Color
discoloration from non-oily products.
Our solutions for these
problems on ECS products:
Etch marks
from acids can be remove by using an 80 grit abrasive paper.
Simply sand
down the surface until you have an even result.
Color
discoloration from oil: First use a strong detergent. If the stain persists,
you will need to use a product called “Poultice”. Repeat the process
following their instructions until the stain has been lifted. Miracle
sealants carry a complete line of sealer, striper & cleaning products
that are designed to work with each other.
Usually
non-oily stains happen because the sealer barrier has been broken with an
acid.
To solve this
problem, you will need to perform both processes above.
If your
countertops have aged, you will need to treat the whole surface to even-out
the patina.
For
stain-finish-countertops, make absolutely sure that oil stains have been
removed completely before reapplying some chemical stain. The chemical stain
will not react evenly if the cement is impregnated with oil. Control the
color prior sealer.
After the
stain, echt marks and patina have been restored apply several coats of
sealer.
For lasting
protection remember that there is no such thing as over sealing your countertops.
DOWNLOADS
Full color brochure in PDF format (Adobe Acrobat Reader)
Introduction
& Specs I Architectures
I Catalog I Gallery I Fireplaces
http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html
Email: Euro Cast Stone
For more information and
technical support contact
(530) 878-2507 Fax: (530) 269-1778
PHYSICAL TEST DATA
Euro Cast
Stone has been tested for the following performance standards:
Abrasion
tests: ASTM C501
Coefficient
of friction: ASTM C1028-89
Water
absorption: ASTM C642
Compressive
strength ASTM C39 / C172 / C143 / C31.
All tests
were performed according to appropriate CTI and/or ASTM test methods
By Twining
Laboratory and Capitol Engineering Laboratories Inc.
EURO CTI
STANDARDS STONE
Abrasion tests:
76
Natural clay type paver: 50
Porcelain type paver: 100
Coefficient
of Friction .92 / dry Known industry & ADA C. of F.
Coefficient of Friction .71 / wet Requirement is >.60 on any
condition.
Water
absorption ** 7.4 % 4 % Minimum - 18 % Maximum
Compressive
strength 6400 PSI No requirement
All tiles
pre-sealed at the factory with indoor / outdoor penetrating sealer.
Euro Stone
products should be installed according to ANSI A108.1 and A118.1. (See the
Handbook for Ceramic tile Installation)
** Absorption
test made prior to sealing
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Copy of actual test reports available upon request |
Look forward to hearing from you.
All the best,
Jean Pierre
Copyright
2005 Euro Cast Stone Internet Marketing
14330 Musso Road, Auburn, CA 95603
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