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  1. E

    Tiling stairs, which trim shoud i use .

    Hello. I need to tile an indoor stairs, which trim can I use? Could be a normal aluminium L shape ? Any other suggestions I should have in mind for the job? The actual stairs are concrete. Thanks on advance!
  2. Alf_Laden

    Tile trim install method

    Hi all, Have a question about how/when best to install tile trim - probably quite basic! One of my walls has a 5 inch recess, and the wall will be tiled up to a height of 1.3m. The recess means I have an external corner to deal with and I want to install the tile trim across the top of the...
  3. D

    External corner wall half tile to fully tiled return-best way to trim?

    Hi, I am looking for advice about half tiling an external corner which meets a full tiled shower wall(over bath); unfortunately, I have cement board on the shower wall so cannot return (set back 30/50mm) as it will expose cement board. Any other suggestions would be appreciated? Cheers DTCB
  4. P

    Cutting/mitring stainless steel trim

    Hi there, My customer has chosen stainless steel trim (unable to pursued them otherwise) Just wondering if there’s a method for mitring I haven’t thought of. A suitable blade for my mitre saw is about 50 quid so not an option for a small job. Have done this with a grinder before but accuracy...
  5. N

    Tile trim finish query

    Morning all, I like the finish of the window reveal of the attached. My question is, how do you finish the top of the tile trim? Is it a case of a dab of Silicon or something to finish off the exposed edge? Many thanks
  6. FurzedownTiler

    Alternatives to this Schluter tile trim?

    Hi all Do any UK stocks do a similar tile trim to this Schluter design? Deco-SG https://www.schluter.co.uk/deco-sg.aspx I've phoned around a few of their stockist in the UK and they all say it has to be ordered specially from Germany which they can't do for a small order. I only need 2 x...
  7. J

    DIY-Can I use liquid nails to glue marble pencil trim to shower floor?

    I want to install this marble pencil trim ON TOP of the existing shower floor tile. Can I use an adhesive like liquid nails to do this or will it not form a waterproof bond correctly? Just looking for a fast and easy way. Thanks!
  8. Abedegno

    Advice on Tile trim lip

    ahouls there be a lip on the tile trim or it be flush - a 12mm trim has been used here leaving a lip when perhaps a 10mm should have been used instead?
  9. L

    What tool to use for cutting trim mitres

    Hi all. I hope you are keeping well. Need a bit of advice on which tool is best to cut the mitres on metal trim. Can you get a good blade for an angle grinder or is there not enough control with this? I don't have a small chop saw, only a big sliding mitre saw which a blade would be very...
  10. H

    Tile trim is this correct?

    Hi In the process of getting bathroom done and came home to this…see photos. I am used the the tile trim facing the room, like a frame, but tiler has done it this way facing in towards the recess. It doesn’t look right to me and looking online can’t see anything else like this! Is this even...
  11. A

    What size tile trim for 7mm tiles

    Quick question, I have bought some 7mm tiles and was wondering what size tile trim would be best? Any help greatly appreciate
  12. J

    Is this tile trim a professional standard

    Is this acceptable tile trim job. How should it be done. Can it be ripped out easily and redone. Any advice welcome. Also is this grouting an acceptable standard. What's your tiling question? Pictures can be added.
  13. A

    Tile trim size.

    Hi all. It's been a while since I have completed any tiling and will be doing some basin splashbacks with 9mm thick 600 x 300 porcelain tiles. I will be running a trim around the whole of the outside of the tile Schluter Jolly- A 110 TSBG – Natural Beige Grey. I want the trim to be flush...
  14. S

    Trim / Grout Problem

    White tiles, metro pattern. The tiles have bevelled edges, that is, there is a 1 mm difference in thickness between a whole and cut tiles (edges). Trims are white too, very thin, straight edge. Grout is dark. Problem: if you grout as normal, there will be an ugly uneven dark line alongside the...
  15. Frelon

    Tile Trim Search/Advice

    Hi all, first post here so be gentle! I tiled behind a sink unit a couple of years ago and used Homelux Kitchen Corner Cove 6mm at the joint between the sink unit and the tiles. The job has turned out well as I did not want to use Silicon sealant at the join. I am now wanting to tile above...
  16. H

    What should I be charging per square metre to remove and replace tiles

    Hi folks. New to this as a profession and trying to guage quoting. How much should I be charging to remove 9m2 old tiling and replacing with new. To include full installation grouting trim sealing etc. Only ever done for friends so want to quote correctly.
    • Hopey1972
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    • canada grouting just replace sealing should square this tiles trim what
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  17. J

    Tile Trim, No Grout Gap..... And A Rant To Finish

    Ok I am fitting the tile trim L shaped aluminium profile around the window, Dave you are right, no grout gap against the tile looks better. I did put a bit of coloured Silicon between just to seal the gap and it looks good, But do I have a grout gap in the reveal up against the tile trim ? I...
  18. Diygail123

    Chrome angle trim - three way mitre

    What's your tiling question? Pictures can be added.
  19. Diygail123

    Angle bar Tile trim - three way mitre

    Hi there, I hope someone can help me. I’ve just tiled my kitchen, and need to trim the tiles with some chrome upvc angle bar (I tiled over the original tiles so couldn’t use ordinary tile trim). The two way mitres at the corners have worked out fine, but I’m not happy with the three way mitres...
  20. D

    What type of trim was used in this job.

    I am in the process of creating my tiling job in 3d in sketchup. Please can members help me copy the trim on this window still. What type of trim was used around the edges of the window still on this job? I notice only one alternating tile is cut along the edge to butt up against the outside...
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