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  1. D

    Working with trav mosaic sheets , any tips

    I've heard of gluing the sheets to cement board and then installing , for a better finish and to avoid movement when on the wall . I have to tile a large area on bathroom / shower wall . Any tips would be appreciated - would a dryer mix prevent any slumping ? Dave
  2. G

    Rubi Hints and Tips for Bridge saws

    Below are some useful hints/tips for getting the best results from your RUBI Bridge Saw Always make sure the water level is right to the top of the water tray as this will make the machine stable. Make sure the machine is on level ground as this...
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    Silicon tips?

    I hate siliconing & can't get a decent finish, it's making my tiling look unprofesional , so wondering if theres any easy way to get a neet finish ? or at a push someone who could do it for me after each job? :thumbsup:
  4. P

    Epoxy Grout - any tips for easy application?

    Hi, As title says i'm just wondering if there is anyone who has any tips on how to apply epoxy grout. Are there any tips or methods i'm not aware off? or do I just have to get the scouring pads out and apply that horrible stuff a cm at at time? is there anything that can be added to make the...
  5. M

    TOP TILING TIPS: Tiling a Shower

    TOP TIPS: Tiling a Shower Top Tips for tiling a shower 1) Choose a substrate that will not degrade in the presence of water. Ideal substratesare render (sand:cement) or tile backer boards, specifically marketed for use inareas of high humidity. 2) Ensure all substrates are sound, cured...
  6. U

    XPS board and flexy ady. Any tips for laying.

    Just about to lay down some XPS insulation boards for the UFH system and would like know the best way of getting the most contact between the board and the ady. ie do I do it the same way as with floortiles, place them into the ady and then give them little wriggle or is their a better method...
  7. S

    anyone got any tips or tricks

    for cutting around a door frame when laying on diagonal,im talking about doors that cant be cut to pose the tile under like metal doors etc;just want to know is their a trick ive missed cheers
  8. G

    How to tile into a window (sill, reveal & top) - no trim - porcelain.

    Hello. I am new on the forum and a passably competent DIYer. I am probably about to ask a really stupid question but.... Here goes. I am planning on tiling my bathroom with porcelain tiles - I have some experience of tiling and understand the requirement to square up the room, window etc. But...
  9. Dan

    Tiling Tips: Five tips for kitchen wall tiles

    Here are a few pointers on choosing the correct tile for a kitchen. More... Tiling Tips by TTA.
  10. Dan

    Tiling Tips: Why use tiles?

    In the UK ceramic and natural stone tiles used to be confined to the bathroom and kitchen but not anymore. Now British homeowners are becoming more like their European neighbours and are using tiles throughout the home. More... Tiling Tips by TTA.
  11. Dan

    Tiling Tips: Why use tiles?

    In the UK ceramic and natural stone tiles used to be confined to the bathroom and kitchen but not anymore. Now British homeowners are becoming more like their European neighbours and are using tiles throughout the home. More... Tiling Tips by TTA.
  12. Dan

    Tiling Tips: Tiling to Timber: Your Essential Guide

    Modern house building techniques are using more factory-assembled units or modules, to shorten construction times and reduce costs. More... Tiling Tips by TTA.
  13. Dan

    Tiling Tips: Is there a weight limit when tiling a wall??

    When undertaking any tiling project one of the key considerations must be whether the wall can take the weight of the tiles. More... Tiling Tips by TTA.
  14. Dan

    Tiling Tips: Tiles.org.uk: A wealth of information at your fingertips.

    Preparing to tackle a tiling project? Need advice? You can find everything you need to know about tiles on The Tile Association website. More... Tiling Tips by TTA.
  15. Dan

    Tiling Tips: On-trend with Aurea Design

    Everyone who operates in the tile industry is eager to hear about the last trends, styles and colours, so The Tile Association asked Katie Jenkin, Creative Director of Aurea Design, to contribute to a guest blog to get insight into ‘tomorrow’s design trends’. More... Tiling Tips by TTA.
  16. Dan

    Tiling Tips: At Cersaie with Aurea Design

    Hot of the press...the key trends from Cersaie 2102. Katie Jenkin, Creative Director of Aurea Design provides us with a preview into latest developments and trend highlights from this years exhibition. More... Tiling Tips by TTA.
  17. Dan

    Tiling Tips: Colour forecasts for 2013

    In 2012, we had ENERGY — 2013 is about PROSPERITY. More... Tiling Tips by TTA.
  18. D

    Tips are normal after completion not at quote stage.

    Well this was a first , went to measure job this afternoon , convo floor in 60x60 porcs and kitch/hall/wc in opus slate ... stood chatting to guy in his garage when looking at the tiles.. canny bloke , he suddenly went to back of the garage and opened chest freezer and came back with 2 bloody...
  19. D

    Plumbing tips

    Plumbing tips... :thumbsup: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WVdzP53X9vw
  20. macten

    Tile cement burns on finger tips

    Just layed a bathroom floor today and by the end of it most of my fingers and both thumbs have opened up with cracks and holes. Been working everyday for 40 days now so my hands have had no time to recover. Worse thing is I've got a shed load of grouting to do tomorrow and grout's worse than...

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