Do you wish to have your residential or commercial space tiled? With a plethora of benefits that comes with a tiled floor, it’s little surprise more and more home and property owners are going for this special flooring type. Not only are they able to improve the curb appeal of any property, but they’re also resistant to moisture helping to increase the durability of the house – be it wall or floor tiles.
Tiling a floor is not the simplest of tasks and should be done with utmost care and attention to details. If you lack the confidence to pull this off, we’d recommend you hire a reputable professional who can guarantee the best outcome the first time. In this guide, you’ll find processes involved in floor tiling to help put you in the right direction.
Floor Tiles Installation Procedures
- Floor Preparation
The first step is to prepare the floor by moving all objects like mortar, adhesives and more. Use concrete patching compound to fill ill low spots and cracks, until the floor is levelled. - Ensure the floor is dry and clean.
- Pattern Layout
Take the measurement of each wall’s length while also taking into account the room’s diagonals.To help place the tiles in an orderly manner, make use of a chalk to mark down lines on the levelled surface in question and ensure it’s parallel to the walls. - Adhesive Preparation
Mix the appropriate amount of water with the adhesive (bonding agent). The mixture should be toothpaste-like thick to ensure the durability of the tiles. - Tiles Placement
Depending on the tile’s size, evenly spread the mortar on the floor using a notched trowel. Lay the first tile on the bonding agent (adhesive or mortar) and apply a gentle and little pressure on the tile.
Repeat the technique for other tiles using plastic spacers to ensure the edges and corners are properly aligned. - Tiles Cutting
Cut the tiles (if necessary) with the help of a wet saw or scoring cutter featuring a diamond-tripped blade. - Grout Application
Filling of the tiles’ gap is done using the grout. It can be applied to the joints with a rubber float. After application, allow the grout to set up for some minutes. Use sponge and a bucket of water to clear out any adhesive leftover. - Grout Sealing
Use a foam brush or applicator bottle for the sealants’ application. Clean out excess sealer within 10 minutes.