By Country
America Tile Forum
UK Tiling Forum
Canada Tile Forum
Ireland Tiling Forum
Australia Tiling Forum
Forums
Navigation
By Country
GB Tiling Forum
USA Tile Forum
Australia Tile Forum
DIY Tiling
Tiling Courses
Tiling Tools
Tiling News
Pro Tilers Only
Tile Adhesive / Tile Mud
Cutting / Cutters
Tiling on Underfloor Heating
Tanking And Wetrooms
Find Discontinued Tiles
Specialist Tile Advice
Tile Restoration
New posts
Advice Leaflet
Blog
News
Add Your News
What's new
New posts
New media
New media comments
New resources
New profile posts
Latest activity
Media
New media
New comments
Search media
Resources
Latest reviews
Search resources
Members
Current visitors
New profile posts
Log in
Register
What's new
Search
Search
Search titles only
By:
Words:
New posts
New media
New media comments
New resources
New profile posts
Latest activity
Menu
Log in
Register
Install the app
Install
Forums
What's new
JavaScript is disabled. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding.
You are using an out of date browser. It may not display this or other websites correctly.
You should upgrade or use an
alternative browser
.
Latest activity
Search the forum,
Tiling Advice | Wall Tiling Advice
What's new
New posts
New media
New media comments
New resources
New profile posts
Latest activity
Dave
reacted to
ColinWatters's post
in the thread
Can you spot the error in setting out for wall tiling in this photo?
with
Like
.
I've seen far worse from a "professional". I once rented a house and the nice tiles in the shower were loose. The agent sent a...
Apr 22, 2024
Dave
reacted to
Dan's post
in the thread
Deactivate your account at any time
with
Like
.
If you have received all the advice you needed, or just want to take a break from the forum, you can deactivate your account at any...
Apr 22, 2024
Tile Marble Granite
replied to the thread
Can you spot the error in setting out for wall tiling in this photo?
.
The small tile cuts look bad on the wall, the PVA strip too short to cover the gap entirely. The box/shelf looks like it is lower or...
Apr 22, 2024
A
ajek
posted the thread
UK
Tiling exterior doorway wall
in
UK Tiling Forum
.
Hi, I have a very small area (1m.sq) on an exterior doorway entrance wall to tile. I would prefer not to use ready mix adhesive but...
Apr 22, 2024
Andy Rhodes
posted a comment on the media item
spot-the-mistake.jpg
.
Personally for myself the cut to the bath is too small anything less then half a tile chance of tile moving when using bath Small cut to...
Apr 22, 2024
W
Wesley
replied to the thread
Can you spot the error in setting out for wall tiling in this photo?
.
Almost like there was no thought given to layout !.
Apr 22, 2024
G
gembrain
replied to the thread
Can you spot the error in setting out for wall tiling in this photo?
.
Naah, always good to add a focal point with a few 2cm strips!
Apr 22, 2024
Dave
replied to the thread
Show us your DIY tiled projects!
.
Used to be very popular those tiles. Made by Vitra.
Apr 21, 2024
Dave
replied to the thread
Priming with Bond It SBR
.
That is a dispersion adhesive and needs a porous background for the adhesive to key too. It holds to the capillaries in the surface. If...
Apr 19, 2024
Dave
replied to the thread
Priming with Bond It SBR
.
4 parts water to 1 primer. I find sbr can skin and peel. You want it to soak in and create a barrier when using a cement based adhesive...
Apr 19, 2024
Dave
replied to the thread
Priming with Bond It SBR
.
Prime it with a mixture of 4:1 x 2 coats. Don’t use a neat mix or it will just skin and peel off.
Apr 18, 2024
Dave
replied to the thread
UK
Wall prep for large format porcelain
.
Check the weight of your tiles per sqr mtr. They should be fine to fix to 12.5mm plasterboard. ( no skimming). If there’s a wet area (...
Apr 18, 2024
Tile Marble Granite
reacted to
NHannaford's post
in the thread
Quick Fix Tiling Products
with
Like
.
Hi - Had reason to do a quick fix for a neighbour the other day and she had a Fix&Grout Ready Mixed Product from Everbuild. Only a fix...
Apr 17, 2024
Tile Marble Granite
replied to the thread
Water Damaged Old School Shower Repair Job
.
Good thing you fixed it and no longer leaks. I like the marble slab niche.
Apr 14, 2024
Tile Marble Granite
reacted to
TRAVISINFLA's post
in the thread
Water Damaged Old School Shower Repair Job
with
Like
.
walls weren't much better no coverage, I redid floor and bench, waterproofing, builder did walls but I watched like a hawk, and provided...
Apr 14, 2024
Tile Marble Granite
replied to the thread
Water Damaged Old School Shower Repair Job
.
I can see them pictures now. Water damaged 100%
Apr 14, 2024
Tile Marble Granite
reacted to
TRAVISINFLA's post
in the thread
Water Damaged Old School Shower Repair Job
with
Like
.
because you dont know what cant you see, like mine it was cracks, I just thought it was a tile issue, but u knew it was underneath
Apr 14, 2024
Tile Marble Granite
reacted to
TRAVISINFLA's post
in the thread
Water Damaged Old School Shower Repair Job
with
Like
.
You caught this one too. New build. Sloppy. No waterproofing, double tile on top, worse under everything
Apr 14, 2024
ttt tiling
replied to the thread
Husqvarna TS-230F running noisy
.
I’ve had two of these saws , best I’ve ever had , unfortunately no longer available , done the motor bearings on both , which is almost...
Apr 13, 2024
Tile Marble Granite
reacted to
Dan's post
in the thread
Sealing Polished Porcelain Tiles
with
Like
.
Don't mind me while I bump up some older but good threads. If you can contribute to the thread, go ahead. But if it's nothing for you...
Apr 13, 2024
Tile Marble Granite
reacted to
Samerlam's post
in the thread
Efflorescence issue
with
Like
.
Is that grouted ? If it is that needs to be re grouted as there is many holes in the joints that will lead too a failed floor especially...
Apr 11, 2024
Tile Marble Granite
replied to the thread
Efflorescence issue
.
There is water sitting on the floor, no pitch down towards the drain. You can stain the grout joints, or you can rake out and regrout.
Apr 11, 2024
Dave
replied to the thread
Efflorescence issue
.
Looks more like lime residue to me tbh. Are there any powdery deposits or is it just staining?
Apr 11, 2024
Tile Marble Granite
reacted to
Coddey's post
in the thread
UK
Tile backing board adhesive and application
with
Like
.
I'm having a nightmare trying to establish product info from distributors. For example, Jackoboard: Installation instructions say put...
Apr 11, 2024
Dave
reacted to
Elizasmom's post
in the thread
How much should I worry about this?
with
Like
.
Thanks, so no room for expansion is okay as long as it's just in a few spots? Also, won't the grout just fall out in that last 1/8"...
Apr 9, 2024
Dave
replied to the thread
How much should I worry about this?
.
Hi. Silicone around the frame and no worries about the other bit.
Apr 8, 2024
Tile Marble Granite
replied to the thread
Efflorescence issue
.
Try to scrape a small portion with a Stanley blade, see how it goes.
Apr 7, 2024
Tile Marble Granite
reacted to
abtilequestions's post
in the thread
Efflorescence issue
with
Like
.
Hi! Hoping for some advice on fixing this efflorescence. Only have this issue in the shower. Have the same tiles elsewhere without...
Apr 7, 2024
Tile Marble Granite
reacted to
UKTT Darren's post
in the thread
UK
Tiling Courses at UK Pro Tiling Training
with
Like
.
We have been a member on the tilers forums pretty much from the start in 2006, we are one of the original, longest and highest rated...
Apr 6, 2024
Tile Marble Granite
replied to the thread
Aus
Wanted: 1-2 Sqm of Porcelonosa GLASS BLANCO 31.6cm X 90cm tiles
.
You would think Porcelanosa should have that tile or something that match the tile in question. Did you call them?
Apr 6, 2024
Tile Marble Granite
reacted to
STMDevelopments's post
in the thread
Aus
Wanted: 1-2 Sqm of Porcelonosa GLASS BLANCO 31.6cm X 90cm tiles
with
Like
.
Hello, Anyone got any left over tiles need 2 to repair a client shower installed in 2014. Tile cracked due to heavy lefroy brooks...
Apr 6, 2024
Tile Marble Granite
reacted to Givey Tago's media
IMG_6227.jpeg
with
Like
.
Apr 6, 2024
Tile Marble Granite
replied to the thread
Waterproofing options for new shower room
.
The ledge, waterproof it well and install a slab on top with a 3/4 overleap and insert it under the wall tile if possible. The ledge...
Apr 6, 2024
Tile Marble Granite
reacted to
Givey Tago's post
in the thread
Waterproofing options for new shower room
with
Like
.
Apr 6, 2024
AliGage
replied to the thread
Ceramic Wall Tile Failure - How?
.
I've just done a shower room in a tile very similar to these. @Dan I believe they are "warped" as such, they're not a flat face. Rustic...
Apr 6, 2024
Tile Marble Granite
reacted to
Coddey's post
in the thread
UK
SC Render and levelling with Cement-based Adhesive
with
Like
.
Will do.
Apr 5, 2024
Dave
replied to the thread
UK
Best epoxy for mitres?
.
Try these. You can order colours and tint the resin to your requirements...
Apr 5, 2024
Tile Marble Granite
replied to the thread
UK
SC Render and levelling with Cement-based Adhesive
.
You can use the tile adhesive to level the walls, use a straight edge/featheredge. Send us some pictures. Good luck!
Apr 4, 2024
Tile Marble Granite
reacted to
Coddey's post
in the thread
UK
SC Render and levelling with Cement-based Adhesive
with
Like
.
I have removed the finish on two full walls leaving a sand / cement render. I now plan to fix the tiles with a cement-based adhesive on...
Apr 4, 2024
Tile Marble Granite
reacted to
Dave's post
in the thread
UK
Tiling a wall that isn’t flat.
with
Like
.
Yes just feather the wall in with adhesive.
Apr 4, 2024
Dave
replied to the thread
UK
Tiling a wall that isn’t flat.
.
Yes just feather the wall in with adhesive.
Apr 4, 2024
Dave
replied to the thread
natural tiles adhesive blooming through
.
I would commission the heating again like you did when you commissioned the heating of the screed. Nice and slowly and hopefully that...
Apr 4, 2024
Tile Marble Granite
reacted to
Lou's post
in the thread
Helpful Links For our American Users
with
Like
.
Hey guys, Thanks for being members here on TilersForums.com - it is a pleasure to have you! I thought I would make a handy list for you...
Apr 3, 2024
Tile Marble Granite
replied to the thread
UK
Tiling a wall that isn’t flat.
.
Yes, you need to prep the walls prior to tiling, that's how it is done. Send us some more pictures once you are done. Good luck!
Apr 3, 2024
Tile Marble Granite
reacted to
AidanRoyce's post
in the thread
UK
Tiling a wall that isn’t flat.
with
Like
.
Hi, first time posting. I’m in the middle of tiling my own bathroom, first time having a go at it. After doing a half wall and the...
Apr 3, 2024
Advertisement
Share This Page
Facebook
Twitter
Reddit
Pinterest
Tumblr
WhatsApp
Email
Share
Link
Forums
What's new
Top