Merlin Mosaica Cement Based Adhesive
S2 Cement Based Adhesive – no additive required.
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Grout Efflorescence
What is grout efflorescence? How to avoid it, and how to remove it
The Golden Ratio
The golden ratio, also known as the golden number, golden proportion or the divine proportion (or section) , is a ratio between two numbers. It has been used throughout history to create visually appealing designs. It frequently appears in geometry (in such shapes as pentagons and pentagrams). The ratio is based on the relationship between […]
Creating a Wall Mirror
Merlin Mosaica stocks a range of wall mirrors – 100mm-250mm in acrylic mirror, and 300mm in glass. So how do you centre you mirror on your substrate, and what substrate is best to use? 1. Select your substrate Almost any rigid material larger than your mirror will do as a substrate. Merlin Mosaica has a […]
What Colour should my Grout be?
I see this question asked a lot. A lot of this is personal preference, but there are some solid reasons certain colours work better than others when choosing the right grout color. There are also varying ways to colour your grout – let’s explore! White vs. Black Grout Some colours attract more visual attention than […]
Teaching Space – Community House, Richardson
Merlin Mosaica courses and workshops will take place at the Richardson Community House: Richardson Community House 33 Pritchard Circuit Richardson The house has full kitchen facilities available for […]
Merlin Mosaica – Course Cancellation policy
Weekly Classes – Minimum attendance levels If less than 2 students can attend, I will cancel the session, as the room hire costs more than your fees. Tickets are purchased 2 at a time, to give me some assistance on planning sessions. Workshops – Visiting Tutors If Merlin Mosaica has to cancel a workshop you […]
Emails regarding Order Status
I send out various emails as your orders move through the processing chain … – Order Awaiting fabrication: As you know, my shapes are custom made. This status means that I have received your order, and submitted it to my fabricator. It may take him a few days to cut and return them to me, […]
Working to minimise waste in packaging.
As a retailer of stained glass sheets, I am very aware that Australia Post are not the gentlest with our parcels, to say the least. I am also very conscious of the amount of waste we humans generate, and the dreadful harm it is doing to our wonderful planet. When I started this business, just […]
Litokol Starlike EVO – UV Resistant
Litokol EVO is the best epoxy grout. Litokol have done quite a lot of research into UV stability. Have a read of this … UV Resistance Report
Adhesives (or Glues)
Adhesives: There are many adhesives available to the mosaicist. I prefer using glues that can handle most situations, so do not recommend indoor only adhesives (for example). Before you start using an adhesive, you should know where it can be used, where it can’t, and what is the correct way to remove it.
Litokol® Translucent Grout – Information
Litokol translucent grout: In this article, I address important things such as packaging, quantity required, mixing instructions & clean-up, and shelf and pot life.
The second part of the article addresses some misconceptions that are published on Facebook about the product.
Payment Methods
- Cards accepted in-house