How to Lay Tile
Most people usually hire trained professionals to lay tiles in their home. But have you ever thought that you can do this task? With a bit of preparation, you can lay beautiful tiles in your home. Read on to learn how to lay tile. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- Cement
- Measuring tape
- Trowel, roller or brush
- Chalk or marker
- Floor cleaner
- Tiles
Instructions
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Prepare the Base Floor
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Use a good cleaner to remove wax, grease or oil stains from the floor.
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Level the inconsistencies in the floor. Rough spots will spoil the appearance of the room.
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Locate the center of the room where you need to start laying the tiles. To do so, locate the center of each wall and mark it with a chalk or marker.
Laying the Tiles
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Mark precise reference lines on the floor where you intend to fix tiles.
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Apply cement to the floor. Spread an even coat of cement on one-fourth of the floor at once. Apply it with a trowel, roller or brush.
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Allow the cement dry for 15 to 20 minutes. Touch the cement once to verify that it has completely dried. If it sticks, let it dry for a few more minutes. If it does not stick, proceed to the next step.
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Start laying the tiles as per the plan. Begin from the center of the room and go toward the edges. This will make your work easier and ensure a successful outcome.
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Lay all the tiles carefully leaving no gaps in between them. Remember not to slide the tiles but fix them firmly at the right spot.
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Cut some tiles as per the space available for the corners of the room. Fill the gap with sliced tiles, as needed.
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Tips & Warnings
Ignore minor patches on the floor. Alternatively, fill them up with sliced tiles.
Always start laying the tiles from the center of the room as it facilitates proper finishing.
Clean the floor well before laying the tiles.
Use different pattern or colors of tiles and fix them on alternate positions to make the floor look more attractive.
Do not wash your tiles for a week after fixing.
Do not lay the first tile incorrectly as it will result in the inappropriate positioning of the other tiles.
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Comments
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tilemaster
Nov 17, 2009
thats not the way i lay tile.. -
debmicinde
Sep 17, 2008
So there is no space or grout between the tiles? With the cement dry when laying tiles, the tiles will still adhere to the floor? Interesting instructions that I have not seen elsewhere.
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debmicinde
Sep 17, 2008
So there is no space or grout between the tiles? With the cement dry when laying tiles, the tiles will still adhere to the floor? Interesting instructions that I have not seen elsewhere.
