A flexing subfloor results in cracked tiles and grout and a lot of headaches.
How to install ceramic tiles.
Using this tool score the cut line on a full tile and then snap the tile along the scribed line.
Use long sweeping motions to apply mortar to the wall and start placing your tiles in the marked locations.
Successful tiling jobs are a direct result of good planning and a methodical approach.
Be sure to put spacers between each tile as you go.
To install ceramic wall tile use a level and measuring tape to mark the tile locations on the wall with chalk.
Take the time to do the right amount of prep work before you begin.
A thinner subfloor will cause the floor to flex due to the weight of the tile.
To avoid confusion lay out cut and install one tile at time.
A rented ceramic tile cutter is the easiest way to make your straight cuts.
Install ceramic tile over a subfloor that s no less than 1 1 8 inches thick.
Slide that tile the scribing tile up to the spacer tile.
Smooth the edge with 80 grit sandpaper the edge of a cut ceramic tile is very sharp.
Learn how to lay.
Installing ceramic tile can be tricky.
I ve completed my first tile floor installation and i put together this video to show you all of the tips and tricks i found along the way.