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    Length of time between applying primer and fixing tiles

    I'm having some tiles taken up and redone as they were previously fixed incorrectly (mainly lack of adhesive coverage). The contractors are asking to return on two separate days first to take up the tiles and prime the screed, and the second day to fix the the tiles. My question is, should they...
  2. D

    Anybody had this an is it time to retire it

    My Makita radio has stopped working on dab but still works on fm . Anybody any fixes or is it U.S.
  3. A

    Starting up for the first time

    Hey guys I’m relatively new to the tiling game been out working with a tiler/bathroom fitter for a couple months now and am about to complete a professional tiling course. I’m going self employed after I finish my course but am going to get half a dozen jobs for friends and family under my belt...
  4. T

    It’s that Xmas party time

    CTD Xmas party this Saturday invitation only - so half day for me then off to meet all the other tilers in the north east of England. Any other parties going on?
    • Time's Ran Out
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    • that time xmas
    • Replies: 12
    • Forum: Tilers Community
  5. W

    Time for some new trowels

    Been using carbon steel ones with the wooden hahand that go rusty in the blink of an eye and the adhesive dries almost instantly if ever touches the handle. Whats good to look at? Im looking for stainless, 6 and 10mm and maybe a 20x10 round notched, to cover me for almost anything I'll want...
  6. W

    Drying time for rapid set concrete please

    Hi, got a job coming up next week of tiling on a rapid set concrete floor with a pipe based under floor heating system fitted. Large format 600 x 900 x 20 natural stone tiles are being laid on top. Been told by the builder the concrete is being laid on the piping this Friday and I should be able...
  7. Kyle Knowles

    Wet saw vs wet saw time to add to the toys

    Currently I have a sigma 10m and a dewalt 24000 these two machines are very good for certain things but I'd like a rail saw find it much easier for wet trays the options Raimondi Battipav Montolit (Rubi is not a option there crappie)
  8. J

    Customer Care Tiler (Full Time Available)

    We are seeking a Customer Care tiler to join our team. We are open to full or part time, employed or self-employed candidates. Location will ideally be in the Oxfordshire area. Tiling works in occupied plots, new build housing. All materials provided. CSCS desirable. Must have excellent...
  9. J

    Cementitious open time Test

    Came across this while looking for something else. I hadn't entirely appreciated the state of cure effect on tile coverage.
    • Julian 'Farmer' Bonsall
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    • test time
    • Replies: 16
    • Forum: DIY Tiling Forum
  10. T

    45 years - it’s time to put down my trowels!

    My illness a month ago brought home to me just how old I’d reached! My wife has been telling me for years that I should retire, sell the house and tour the world in my twilight years - so today I’ve decided That’s it - I’am off! Not much more to add really - I’ve thoroughly enjoyed this trade -...
    • Time's Ran Out
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    • down time trowels years
    • Replies: 15
    • Forum: Tilers Community
  11. J

    First time post and advice please.

    hi all, I’m New to the forum and looking for some advice if anyone would be kind enough. My background is from all types of flooring but over the last 5 years I’ve done tiling jobs for friends, family and customers but self taught working alongside other tilers. A lot of marking out and...
  12. R

    Time to lay anti fracture mat

    I’m trying to find out out how long it should take to lay Tilemaster antifracture mat. The area is 80m2 and has been levelled with self levelling compound. Many thanks
  13. Geoff Thacker

    First time post ....problematic sandstone floor

    Hi all, iv been apart of the forum for a little while now but never posted until now. I’m Geoff and my company is GHL Bathrooms and Tiling we’ve been trading on and off (off when I was paye for a few years) for 15 ish years now around central Scotland. Thought I’d share this job to see if you...
  14. CJ

    New Years Eve, Party Time

    Have a good one you reprobates :)
  15. S

    Is it time to get heavy with tiling?

    Over the last few years i have seen some shocking tile work, some carried out by tilers, and some carried out by odd jobbers and not so skilled multi trades folk. Do you guys think it is time that the tiling Industry takes a more active role in pushing for a minimum requirement for a...
    • slythetiler
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    • canada tiling time
    • Replies: 10
    • Forum: Canada Tile Advice
  16. R

    Preparation What tile adhesive to go for?

    Hi, been looking all day and no closer to finding a suitable adhesive. It's for bathroom walls, tiling on top of the current glazed tiles on 3 out of the 4 walls. 4th wall tiles have pretty much fallen off so am pulling the others off. Tiles are 600x300mm and each tile weighs 3.95kgs...
  17. R

    Christmas Present Time

    It's December and it's that time we begin to buy presents for our nearest and dearest. It's always a very sad time for me. We were poor. One Christmas my mum gave me an empty shoe box. She said it was the Action Man Deserter. Next!
  18. J

    Full Time "Customer Care" Tiler

    We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced tiler, where we can offer full time and permanent work. This position may suit a tiler looking to move away from commercial or site work, or someone seeking the security of a full time position. Work will involve travelling between sites...
  19. T

    First time tiling floor.

    Hi, I'm going to have a stab at tiling my floor, do I need a primer/bonding product to tile onto this type of substrate? Any advice would be appreciated.
  20. C

    Hi, first time poster, new to this forum lark.

    Hi guys new to this forum lark. Been tiling for about 13 yrs.
    • Connors
    • Thread
    • first forum new build this time uk tiling forum
    • Replies: 8
    • Forum: The Welcome Forum

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