Do you use an edge profile to protect your tile installation? It's particularly valuable when transitioning from tile to another flooring surface material. However, to work, the profile must be installed correctly. Let's explore.
If you're considering how to install natural stone floor tile, be aware that there's a significant difference between natural stone and ceramic tile, especially when it's over wood framing.
Unfortunately, many consumers, builders, and even some tile installers share the mistaken idea that natural stone tile products may be installed over a wood-framed floor in the same way as ceramic and porcelain tile. This is completely untrue and will many times lead to a very costly replacement.
Why? Because tiles made from natural stone do not have the same strength as ceramic tiles, and they require a floor system that is twice as stiff as what is required for ceramic floor tile.
Let's explore in more detail.
.jpg)
Have you wondered what goes into specifying ceramic tile, stone and glass for kitchen and bath installations - especially if you want those installations to be successful? That's what Scott Carothers focused on in a presentation for NKBA, using stunning installation examples.
Here's a summary with highlights and the actual presentation included at the end of the article.
Layout is a big deal in a tile installation. Have you tried snapping a chalk line to ensure that your tile layout is successful?
Would you agree that mortars and grouts matter to a successful tile installation project? And, that you need them to be properly mixed?
Do you spend time ensuring that your tile layout is centered and balanced, with no small cuts? I hope so, since this is the most effective way to ensure that a tile installation has a professionally installed appearance.
For a beautiful and long-lasting tile installation, you need to ensure that every facet of the job is completed properly according to tile industry standards and best practices. The key element here is the foundation of the installation, and that's where underlayment for tile solves a multitude of problems.
Tiling over a water problem will not make the problem disappear. Rather, you need to find the source of the water leak before installing any floor surface, including tile.
.jpg)
Perhaps tiling an elevator isn't at the top of the average homeowner's list of tile installation questions, but it is one that matters to owners, architects, designers, and tile contractors involved in multi-story buildings - including residential ones - with elevators.
In this article, we specifically address a question about using tile for an elevator floor, sharing with you how Mark Heinlein CTI #1112, and Robb Roderick CTI #727 responded in their role as National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) Technical Trainers.
