In general, the following weights apply to | Plaster - 20 kg/m2 : Plasterboard - 32 kg/m2 |
the list of substrates, provided they are fixed | Brick/block/render - 40 kg/m2 + |
correctly and sound and stable; | Tile Backer board/wbp plywood - 40 kg/m2 + |
Planning
Step 4. When tiling commences you should start at point ‘X’, so check that the lines you have marked make a perfect right angle and the side line runs parallel to the centre line.
X first tile position
When fitting random sized tiles an area should be 'dry laid' first to establish the optimum joint width. Joint sizes may vary from
Mosaic tiles - Ensure that the sheets of
Take the time to study the room and plan your work. Tiling usually commences in the corner furthest from the door. If there is more than one door, it will be necessary to decide which is the primary entrance.
Consider how cuts will look against fixed furniture etc. and through doorways. Adjustments may be required to achieve the best results.
Please note: Where tiles have variable depths e.g. Reclaimed Terracotta the thickest tile including the adhesive should be taken as the approximate floor height increase.
Step 1. Mark the centre line of the room from the wall of the primary entrance to the far end. You will need to measure and mark
Step 2. Mark the midpoint of the room by measuring the centre of the line. From this point, lay down tiles (without fixing them) alongside the centre line, allowing for joints, to see where the last whole tile will end. Mark (with string or chalk) a line 1 to 2 at a right angle alongside this last whole tile.
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midpoint
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Step 3. Locate starting point ‘X’ by laying down tiles along the new line 1 to 2 in the same way as before, to see where the last
Grout joints
The width of grout joints will vary between
Roman Mosaic tiles should be butt jointed (no allowance made for a grout joint) except when used in a shower where a narrow but impervious grout joint will
be necessary.
mosaic tiles are spaced so that once grouted, no individual sheets can be distinguished.
Particular care is required when blending individual sheets of mosaics, to ensure a subtle blend of colour is achieved.
Damp Tiles
Damp tiles should be stored on end in a well ventilated area to dry thoroughly before fixing. This may particularly apply to Natural Stone, Lubelska Brick and Reclaimed Terracotta and Encaustic tiles.
the midpoints of walls A to B and C to D. Join these two points with a taught chalk
whole tile will end. Now mark your side line 3 to 4 at a right angle alongside this last
Fixing
line and mark.
whole tile.
Before commencing tiling please ensure you are familiar with the important notes on page 3.
expected and are best used for cuts or well mixed into the floor.
Some of our tiles vary considerably in depth.
A | B | 4 | 3 |
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centre line
CD
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It is important to establish which way the tiles are to be laid before any tiling is started. Make sure the person fitting the tiles knows what the tiles should look like. ‘Shuffle’ the batch to ensure that any colour and tonal variations are well mixed. Minor chips and blemishes should be
Where this is applicable, it is important to grade the tiles before installation.
Some of our tiles require careful sealing prior to installation. (See page 9 onwards)
Be certain that the tiles are suitable for the
application.
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