DIY tiling is often thought of as quite a risky task, unless you are experienced at doing it. If it's your first time, the prospect of tiling your own home can be a somewhat daunting one. People choose tiles as a surface in their homes for a number of reasons, primarily that they provide a waterproof surface whilst being visually appealing. There are plenty of resources online to give you hints and tips with tiling, but it's really about getting stuck in and giving it a go. However, there are a few things you should know before you try to tile any surface.
You should always give some time to choosing the right tiles for you. They should be right in terms of the correct material for your needs as well as suiting the feel of your home. There are plenty of different styles of tile to choose from, so it really is worth shopping around until you find the perfect option. Once you've decided on a style of tile, you need to work out exactly how they will be positioned. Draw up a detailed plan so that you know if you have enough tiles for the job.
Any surface should be prepared before any tiling takes place. This means that the surface is level and even. Walls can be smoothed over by re-skimming with plaster or alternatively you could use plasterboard, which makes life that little bit easier. Without a completely flat surface, tiling will be near impossible. If you can attach the tiles on an uneven surface, the end result will be far from impressive.
To secure the tiles to your chosen surface, you must use a special adhesive. When the adhesive is completely dry, you should fill in the gaps between tiles with a special grout. Make sure that you wipe away any excess grout with a damp cloth to give a more professional look.
You will inevitably need to cut some of your tiles down to size. There are several ways in which you can do this. Perhaps the easiest way of cutting your tiles is by using a flat bed cutter. You simply lay the tile on the bed and push the scribe over to score a perfect straight line. Next you place the tile in the cutting jaw and pull the lever to cut the tile.
You should always give some time to choosing the right tiles for you. They should be right in terms of the correct material for your needs as well as suiting the feel of your home. There are plenty of different styles of tile to choose from, so it really is worth shopping around until you find the perfect option. Once you've decided on a style of tile, you need to work out exactly how they will be positioned. Draw up a detailed plan so that you know if you have enough tiles for the job.
Any surface should be prepared before any tiling takes place. This means that the surface is level and even. Walls can be smoothed over by re-skimming with plaster or alternatively you could use plasterboard, which makes life that little bit easier. Without a completely flat surface, tiling will be near impossible. If you can attach the tiles on an uneven surface, the end result will be far from impressive.
To secure the tiles to your chosen surface, you must use a special adhesive. When the adhesive is completely dry, you should fill in the gaps between tiles with a special grout. Make sure that you wipe away any excess grout with a damp cloth to give a more professional look.
You will inevitably need to cut some of your tiles down to size. There are several ways in which you can do this. Perhaps the easiest way of cutting your tiles is by using a flat bed cutter. You simply lay the tile on the bed and push the scribe over to score a perfect straight line. Next you place the tile in the cutting jaw and pull the lever to cut the tile.
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