Planning is an extremely important activity in any renovation work, especially when laying tiles. A good plan will allow you not only to achieve neater and more symmetrical …
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How to choose tiles – tiles for rooms
How to choose tiles – tiles for rooms
SELECTION OF WALL TILES FOR A ROOM | |||
Type | Features | Room | Glue |
Ceramic | Permanently, waterproof, dirt-resistant | Kitchens and bathrooms | Adhesive for wall tiles |
How to lay ceramic floor tiles (terracotta)?
How to lay ceramic floor tiles (terracotta)?
The floor must be level, dry, clean and stable. Wooden floors should be well ventilated underneath and must be strong, to support the weight of the tiles. …
Laying brick tiles
Fastening brick tiles
The secret of effectively decorating a wall with brick tiles is to plan a realistic pattern. The easiest way to plan your first rows of tiles is to draw them on the wall. Then smear the glue with a trowel …
Trimming ceramic tiles
Trimming ceramic tiles
Often it is necessary to trim the perimeter tiles. There are many fancy tile cutting devices on sale, some are equipped with measuring and marking devices. The most common floe like to …
Laying patterns from floor tiles
Laying patterns from floor tiles
A pattern laid out on a floor made of multicolored tiles can give a room a completely new character. Laying these kinds of patterns is extremely simple, and the effects are often surprising. …
Laying mosaic tiles
Laying mosaic tiles
Ceramic mosaic tiles are glued onto mesh or paper and sold in sheets. They are glued to the wall with ordinary ceramic tile adhesive. Sticking the edge tiles and …
Trimming tiles into an irregular shape
Trimming tiles into an irregular shape
If you want to cut a shape in the tile, you need to outline it on the cardboard template and transfer it to the plate. And so, for example. chcąc wyciąć kształt litery L …
How to stick ceramic wall tiles?
How to stick ceramic wall tiles?
After marking the vertical and horizontal guidelines, you can start sticking full tiles. The tiles should be laid in horizontal rows, bottom to top, wyklejając fragmenty powierzchni …
Substrate preparation
Substrate preparation
Peel off previous carpet, cladding or non-stick paint. Rub the varnished surface with sandpaper, to increase its grip. If the old layer of ceramic tiles sticks well to the substrate, you can …