Description
Granada is a greyish glass-ceramic cladding with square 40 × 40 mm chips and a printed pattern. The design is a light grey patchwork composition with a bluish tint, and the chips are assembled on sheets that are easy to install.
The geometric motifs are so delicate that they recall a watermark on paper. The surface stays calm and neutral – suitable for a bathroom, a bedroom and the wall behind the bathtub, where a bright, quiet interior is wanted.
Why choose Granada
- Non-porous material: the glass absorbs no more than 0.04% water (EN ISO 10545-3), so mould, stains and odours have no chance.
- Lasting colour: it does not fade in sunlight (ISO 4892) and does not react to cleaning products (class A per ASTM C650).
- Frost-resistant: it withstands alternating freezing and thawing (ASTM C1026), so it is also suitable for outdoor areas.
- Strong: it withstands a flexural load of up to 55 N/mm² (EN ISO 10545-4), and its face is smooth and flawless.
- Eco-friendly: made from 100% recycled glass, with no lead, cadmium or other heavy metals in the pigments.
Granada specifications
| Model / code | Granada / MOSFBLDJ005 |
|---|---|
| Shape | square with printed pattern |
| Chip size | 40 × 40 mm |
| Thickness | 5.5 mm |
| Pattern shade | light grey patchwork pattern with a bluish tint |
| Raw material | recycled glass, 100% |
| Material type | glass ceramic |
| Tile mounting | silicone (polyurethane) dots |
| Sheet (size) | 325 × 325 mm |
| Sheets per 1 m² | 10 |
| Recommended grout joint | 2 mm |
| Frost resistance | yes, per ASTM C1026 |
| Water absorption | up to 0.04%, per EN ISO 10545-3 |
| Chemicals | class A, per ASTM C650 |
| Flexural strength | 55 N/mm², per EN ISO 10545-4 |
| Where to use | bathroom, shower, kitchen, spa and hammam, as well as decorative wall coverings |
| Packaging | 1 m² carton; sold in whole cartons |
| Unit of quantity | 1 m² |
| Mosaic type | square with pattern |
| Effect | decorative pattern |
| Available colour shades | grey and blue |
Silicone-dot backing
The Granada chips are mounted on a backing of silicone (polyurethane) dots. They join the tiles at the back without covering it – more than 95% of each tile’s surface stays exposed to the adhesive, so the bond is strong.
The backing adds no thickness, is not degraded by the adhesive and grout, and does not warp in storage. The sheet is flexible and follows curved walls, steps and corners.
| Backing | Silicone dots | Mesh | Paper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adhesive access to the back | over 95% of the surface | limited – the mesh covers part of the back | full, but the paper is on the face side |
| What you see during installation | tiles and joints | tiles | the tiles are under the paper |
| Bending around curves and corners | very easy | easy | difficult, the paper tears |
| After installation | nothing to remove | nothing to remove | the paper is soaked and peeled off |
Applications
The mosaic fits the following solutions:
- decorative wall in a bathroom or spa area
- kitchen backsplash
- panels and borders in interiors
Choosing the grout
Light grey grout preserves the quiet look, while white grout makes the ornaments clearer. In shower cubicles and other wet areas, an epoxy or waterproof C2 grout is recommended, as it absorbs no water and does not darken.
How to install Granada
- Preparing the substrate. The surface must be dry, sound, clean and level (deviation of up to 2 mm per 2 m). In the shower area, waterproofing is applied first.
- Adhesive. A white flexible cement-based adhesive C2TE S1 is suitable. Glass is slightly translucent, and a grey adhesive would darken the colour.
- Spreading. Using a 3–4 mm notched trowel, apply the adhesive over an area sufficient for 2–3 sheets.
- Pressing. Lay the sheet onto the adhesive and press it with a rubber float over the entire surface. Keep the same 2 mm joint between the sheets.
- Cutting. In corners and around fittings, the silicone dots are cut with a utility knife and individual chips with glass mosaic nippers.
- Grouting. Begin after 24 hours. For the shower area, epoxy or waterproof C2 grout is the most suitable.
- Cleaning. Grout residue is removed with a damp sponge before it dries, and epoxy residue immediately with a special cleaner.
- Use. The shower can be used once the grout has fully cured.
What you will need
- adhesive: white, class C2TE S1
- grout – epoxy or waterproof
- two trowels: notched (3–4 mm) and rubber
- for cutting: a utility knife and special glass mosaic nippers
- for cleaning: sponge, bucket, clean water
How much material you need
Calculate the area of each wall (height by width) and add 5–10% for cutting waste. The figures are indicative. For the adhesive, allow about 2 kg per m² for chips up to 25 mm, about 2.5 kg for 40 mm and about 3 kg for larger elements; the amount of grout is calculated with the formula 1.6 × C × D × (A + B) / (A × B), in kg per m², which takes into account a 40 × 40 mm chip, 5.5 mm thickness and a 2 mm joint. In practice, consumption varies with how level and how absorbent the floor or wall is, which adhesive and grout are chosen, the size of the trowel notch, how wide and deep the joint is, the geometry of the room and the experience of the installer. Therefore, consult the technical data of the materials and your installer.
Standard tests
| Indicator | Result | Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Surface | 100% defect-free | EN ISO 10545-2 |
| Flexural strength | 55 N/mm² | EN ISO 10545-4 |
| Water absorption | up to 0.04% | EN ISO 10545-3 |
| Chemical resistance | class A, no change | ASTM C650 |
| Freeze-thaw cycles | withstands | ASTM C1026 |
| UV exposure | no change | ISO 4892 |
| Thermal expansion | withstands | EN ISO 10545 |
Caring for the cladding
- Clean with a soft cloth or sponge and a neutral cleaning product.
- Do not use abrasive powders, wire brushes or acidic products on the grout.
- After a shower, go over the surface with a rubber squeegee – no water marks are left on the glass.
Frequently asked questions
Which adhesive should I use to fix Granada?
A white flexible cement-based adhesive C2TE S1 – it does not change the colour of the glass.
Which grout is the most suitable?
Light grey grout keeps the calm, while white makes the motifs more distinct. In damp rooms, choose an epoxy or waterproof grout.
Is less than a carton available?
No – the item is sold only in whole cartons of 1 m². Buy the quantity you need in one go, so that everything comes from the same batch.
Is it suitable for salt water and chlorine?
It is intended for walls and damp rooms, and the glass itself is unaffected by cleaning products.
Can I install it directly over existing cladding?
It is possible when the old tiles are stable, cleaned, degreased and suitably primed.
Colour on screen and on the wall
Glass changes its appearance depending on the surroundings, so the actual colour may differ slightly from what is shown in photos and renders. The reasons are:
- the settings and quality of your display – computer, phone or tablet;
- the lighting – sun, overcast sky, artificial light, the colour of the lamps, the time of day;
- the viewing angle, since glass reflects light differently;
- the water in the pool, whose depth, clarity, chemical composition and sky reflections intensify the saturation and the blue;
- the chosen grout and adhesive, as well as the size of the covered surface;
- the surrounding colours – coping, paving, walls, vegetation;
- the batch – the shade may differ slightly between production runs, so take everything at once;
- the inherent differences between individual tiles in mixed mosaics and in glass with a special effect.
Renders of pools and rooms are illustrative. If the exact shade is decisive, contact us before ordering.
Do you need a quantity calculation?
Send us the dimensions of the pool or room and we will calculate the square metres and the number of cartons before you order.
See also: Wellness, Pools and Equipment, Cladding and Paving, Pools, Pool Chemicals, Pool Accessories.
