| abstract |
A peelable thermoplastic coating ( 36 ) applied to one face of an architectural piece ( 14 ) such as brick, concrete paver and veneer, and tile. A spray applicator ( 10 ) automatically applies the coating substantially edge-to-edge of the face of the piece. A method for grouting the architectural pieces includes applying the grout over the coated faces of pieces arranged in spaced-apart patterns and spreading the grout into the spaces, and peeling the coating from the pieces. In another embodiment, the coated faces are adhered to a form liner, grout or cement is applied to the backs of the pieces and between them, and the form liner and coatings are stripped from the pieces. |