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  1. C

    very large format

    900x300 ceramics from porcelainosa, must admit, they are perfectly calibrated, 1st time working with them and well impressed. Went with 2mm spacer.
  2. K

    large format

    what is anyones opinion on fixing large format porcelain 600 by 600 onto painted walls that have been primed ,will they stay up
  3. B

    Large format tiling

    Hi all..... Could someone please point me in the direction of a good thread on trowels to use for large format wall tiling. I am also looking for some experienced advice about the correct way to tile large format wall tiles. Particularly porcelain. I have been tiling for a reasonable time now...
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    Another levelling/lippage system

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5FhDKx8Kq1g&feature=fvwrel
  5. J

    Raimondi Levelling System

    Anybody used these and have any feedback? I sort of like the idea but dunno if it is worth the money as they are quite expensive and you would need 1000's of pieces for some jobs. My dad who has 40+years of experience would like to know what you guys think. Thanks, Jack
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    XXXL Format Tiles

    Quick question re: Xtra Lge format tiles.. I'm on a project with multiple baths & shower ensuites - just finished the cloakroom in Lge (600x300) porcelain tiles & 900x100 pencils - pls'd with the results & felt comfortable handling the format.. Moving onto the main bath now & the ante's been...
  7. L

    Large Format Limestone - 56 x 84 cm

    Hi all, We have just purchased some very large limestone tiles and wanted some advice as to which adhesive to use. We were going to use a thick bed adhesive for natural stone but as they are so heavy am now unsure if this is the correct one to use? Any thoughts would be much apreciated. Thank...
  8. W

    large format porcelain & mosaic fix?

    Hi, I have some large porcelain tiles (600x400x11mm). I was planning to use Bal singlepart flex to fix them to wall however someone has advised me to use mosaicfix instead as it has better hold and the tiles are heavy. Is this correct? Thanks Dave
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    Fixing large format

    Hi - am new to Forum although have picked up lots of helpful info without being a member. Tackle most DIY jobs - plumbing, glazing, heating, electrics (wife does the plastering) and have done a bit of tiling before but am now re-doing bathroom. Have just bought 9mm x 400 x 250 tiles. Do...
  10. M

    Large format floor tiles in small rooms

    Hi, I posted a few days ago in the buying forum which might not be the best place so would be good to have any more input. I'm looking to have my small hallway and kitchen floor tiled, with the same tiles right through (total area just under 12 sq m). I've found a tile I like, and more...
  11. J

    Tiling half a wall - large format tiles

    Hi I'm going to be tiling a wall in a bathroom with large ceramic tiles (600 x 300 mm). The tiles are going on to plasterboard (unplastered) and so I am OK with the weight limit ....just. The tiles come to about 28 kg/m2 so with adhesive I should be just under the 32kg limit. The top half of...
  12. L

    Large format porcelain tiles

    Have a job installing the tiles in the link. 900x450 slate effect porcelain. I have an overhead wet cutter but only it will only allow a max of 750mm on a straight cut. Does anyone know where and what kit I could hire to cut these tiles. or could I use an angle grinder? if that's pos what...
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    Large format tiles getting them flush

    Hi guys if you have been reading my other posts you will know that Ive been doing a job with 600 * 600 quartz tiles I had to tile on a floor that was anything but flat so it made the job fun, in the end i used packers under the tiles to try hold them in place where the addy was thicker till it...
  14. L

    Large format tiles

    Dear forum Greetings Four queries am would be most greafull for advice on please.....I have been advised, by she who will be obeyed,... that our project requires 90x45 tiles, have found agreeable tile ..Saime Kaleido Avirio, have been told by prospective tiler to expect to pay £44 p/m2 extra...
  15. S

    Large Format Tiles on slightly uneven SLC

    I have been converting a room into a bathroom/wetroom. Floor is suspended with ply, wediboard & ufh. I have just done a Mapei Fiberplan SLC pour to cover the heating mats. I have been checking the levels today and the floor isnt as even as I'd hoped :( - there are low points, the worst of...
  16. J

    White Porcelain large format - few questions about tiles

    Hi, I've been hunting around for white porcelain tiles for my bathroom (just over 2 m2). and found this website, hope you don't mind me asking a couple of questions. I have seen some 'super white' ones at a very good price, so just thinking about the quality. I'll order a sample to check...
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    Tuscan Levelling System

    We've been using TLS all week on a floor and walls, and I'm pleased to report that after I have pulled multiple tiles to check for coverage (after I had tightened the straps), the coverage was excellent and I didn't detect any indication that the ratcheting action of the gun had pulled the tile...
  18. S

    Tuscan Levelling System

    Hi all, Just about to start tiling my kitchen and found this site :hurray: I always struggle to level tiles and noticed the Tuscan system reviews , now I know for tradesmen that are tiling all the time it may not be worth the additional cost but for me it might be worthwhile. It looks like...
  19. I

    Big format quartz tiles - help needed

    I know it's long but please could anyone advise? I'm currently experiencing a problem with my floor in the hallway area that was tiled approx. 8 months ago. In Dec last year I bought a brand new apartment. It did not have flooring fitted by the building company. At the time of completion it...
  20. M

    Size & Format For Floor Tiles In Small Bathroom

    Hi All What size and formatt should I tile my small bathroom floor with, its only 3m sq? The walls are going to be tiled with 450 x 300 approx tiles in a 1/2 or 1/3 brick bond pattern. Should I use 300 x 300 in a straight pattern or diaganol or brick bond? Do I line up any grout lines...

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