I need to bring up some sections of an outside concrete area to level it off prier to tiling, am I correct in thinking that Ardex K301 Exterior Levelling Compound is my only option. The area is not subject to rain as such as it has a poly carbonate roof but rain does get blown under it is also...
As part of a project, I need to find a large format porcelain for an exterior patio.
I understand that thin porcelain will need more preparation in terms of ground works (eg. Screeded bed) whereas thicker porcelain (eg. 20mm) is less fussy and can be laid on a sand/cement bed.
The LAB325...
Hi, we are in Gibraltar so there are a limited number of tilers available - I'd like to ask the experts on here for advice, so I know what to ask them to do please. We have exterior steps and balconies which are currently tiled. Beneath them are rooms - when it rains water comes through the...
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I've got a client with a slate entrance and terrace that needs cleaning. I went into my local hardware store and asked "Do you have a cleaner for slate?" and was given this...
Well I suppose I got what I asked for..
Good to see a fully labeled package with all the instructions and warnings you...
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We are currently laying a patio with granite slabs. I would like some advice on whether to exterior grout or point between the slabs.
The slabs are grey and we would ideally like a dark grey grout. Is there a best product to go for that will last outside or is pointing more reliable...
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To save me scouring the web :0) , any recs for an exterior grade SLC , only one I remamber was an ardex one?
It's not for tiling on ( I turned that down ) , is to smooth out the substrate and then put astro turf on ( patio area.
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Hi , looking for someone self employed who can work with me sometimes in south London.
Will have to be experienced in exterior tiles and experience laying paving, patios.
£***_£*** a day depending on experience , tools and communication.
I work around South east London mainly .
Please get in...
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I have a job where the customer would like their exterior porch area walls tiled. The walls I guess are not directly exposed to the elements although the Porch area is open (no door as its a sheltered area at the front door).
The walls are painted render and I am looking for help...
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Had a look at a job that is 28m2 patio laying 600x600 Porcelain that will need SLC as concrete looks uneven in places going by the look of it as didn't have my levels on me at the time
The weather an't all that atm only time I could start it be in a months time but by then the...
I've been tiling for 10years but never tiled outside. I have to tile Victorian style porcelain onto a sound concrete base. Perfectly flat/level. I was going to use Mapai Keraquick mixed with latex for extra flexibility/bonding.
Is there any additional prep required. From my understanding the...
Probably prompted by the nice weather, I have been asked to quote for tiling a patio. They don't want natural stone so would you suggest porcelain and glazed or not?
Hi folks, Have had 600 x600 porcelain tiles laid onto well cured ecternal screed slab.
Tiles where sold as exterior grade. The have a rough texture to them.
screed slab had been down six months.
Slab had Ardex exterior leveling compound on top of slab before tiling. Ardex exterior adhesive...
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Could you tell me do I need Expansion joints in floor tiling outdoors?
I've not laid the concrete slab yet do I need to put expansion joints in that too?
Should I put a waterproof membrane on the slab before tiling?
The size of the patio is 6.5 x 2.4 m
Thanks Mick
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I'm pricing an exterior patio where the concrete pad has been laid by the homeowner to save costs. It's 10mt x 4mt, has no fall away from the house, is very rough and has several belly's and dips - approx 5-8mm max. I've only got 10-15mm to play with or the tiles will be higher...
1st experience of tiling outside. Only a 1m2 porch, it's covered but still open to the elements. Customer has purchased black and white chequered mosaics from Topps. Any suggestions on how to get a soild bed fixing with full coverage on mosaic sheets? Plan on using a standard rapid set flexible...
Hi guys and girls,
I went to look at a job yesterday where someone wants a tiled patio. They like the idea of this instant patio system. They have a large decked area there at the moment.
Problem is..........there's a listed sycamore tree in the garden that is causing a few issues. I think a...
Hi there, I'm looking for advice on tiling an exterior wall with stone tiles and will be tiling onto breeze block, so any help will be appreciated.
Thanks