January 21, 2016

UnionNon Stock

STYLE

§  Union is a unique mosaic series that marries porcelain tile with stone detail offering a creative alternative for walls and flooring. Union is comprised of a range of porcelain and stone options from which to choose allowing for a personalized approach to fit any décor. Incorporating the water-jet technique to create the graphic, interlocking patterns, the intricate execution ensures that there is little grout pacing to interrupt the fluid beauty of these designs.

COLOR PALETTE

§  Stone: Bardiglio, Bottticino, Carrara, Nero Marquina, Statuary Mist, Thassos Standard
§  Stones are available in honed or polished finishes
§  Porcelain: Parquet Gris, Parquet Naturale, Xylem Ebony, Xylem Beach, Nocchio Burnt Walnut
§  PLEASE NOTE: Arabian, Billow, Calligraphy, Octobella Grand and Roanoke designs have are limited to using Parquet Gris, Parquet Naturale, or any stone due to the size of the designs. Confirm your color selections with the vendor when working with these designs.

SIZES

§  Designs: Alexandria 11.500x11.500x0.375, Arabian 12.000x11.625x0.375, Billow 11.250x10.875x0.375, Brasilia 13.875x7.500x0.375, Calligraphy 12.250x11.875x0.375, Carter Hex 13.000x11.250x0.375, Imperium 11.000x12.750x0.375, Layla 11.500x11.500x0.375, Octobella 11.500x11.500x0.375, Octobella Grand 21.875x11.000x0.375, Roanoke 9.000x10.375x0.375, Stitch 11.375x10.125x0.375, Trapezium 11.875x6.875x0.375

CHARACTERISTICS

§  Unique mix of stone and porcelain
§  Water-jet technique is utilized to produce beautiful graphic interlocking patterns
§  Best in class fabrication and quality allows for precise patterning with very little grout spacing

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

§  Union patterns are an ANN SACKS exclusive
§  Classic designs for the most sophisticated interiors
§  Well priced
§  Made to order mosaics that partner with existing Ann Sack In Stock porcelains

USAGE

§  Suitable for all indoor wall and flooring applications
§  Outdoor use subject to climate and method of installation, porcelains not affected by freeze thaw
§  Please see Ann Sacks slip resistance and wet flooring application statement to determine usage in a wet area

INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE

§  Install per TCNA handbook for stone mosaics
§  Sheeted repeat sections will fit together in an interlocking pattern
§  Designs are face mounted on clear Mylar sheets. This means nothing comes between the stone and adhesive to compromise the integrity of a secure bond
§  Can be installed using standard thinset application. Use white thinset for light or translucent stones.

IMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS

§  Mosaic can be ordered in interlocking repeat units or can be custom fitted to template or projects dimensions

VARIATION

§  All natural stones exhibit variation in color, hue and veining. Some stones will have minimal variation while others have a wide acceptable range. It is important to work with the studio to understand the range expected for each order and request a strike off for verification.

TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS

§  Select porcelain testing available

MANUFACTURING

§  Stones and porcelains are sourced from around the world. Mosaic is manufactured in Petersburg, VA.

ORDERING

§  Identified in SAP using KMAT #AS15804
§  Found in ZVQP under In-stock/Union
§  Pricing: starting at $75.40 per sf (pricing subject to change, please confirm with sales associate)
§  Lead-time: 5-6 weeks

SHIPPING

§  Ships from Petersburg, VA using ANN SACKS approved carrier

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