Mitred edges - 12mm travertine

[Leatherface]

Hello chaps, some of the answers are nearly correct though not quite.
YES - the best results are acheived by butt jointing and polishing the edges.
HOWEVER - The way to acheive this is as follows............

You need a variable speed grinder ( I use a Makita )
& also a velcro sanding pad attatchment and sanding disks.

The idea is that you should sand and slightly round off the edges prior 2 fixing and then give a final light finishing sanding once the tiles are set and adhesive set. This way you do not do much unnecessary damage or sanding to the adjoining tiles.
Slow your grinder down to around 1400 rpm ( or speed setting 2 )
Start with 60 grit, then 80, then 120, then 300 and finally 500. Fix tile & continue with next. This will give a beautiful polished edge. Gently sand again in situ' once adhesive has set to even out.
I will upload a few pics of a job I recently did when I get time.
Faliure to use a slow speed or faliure to gradually go through grades of paper can cause scorching or poor results.

 

[GazTech]

or just use 9mm plastic trim (12mm will overlap too much), in cream or ivory and fit it level with the top of the tile. if you're going round the window always make sure the trim is fitted under the tile, and mitre the corners.

3mm more adhesive behind the tile will bring it flush into 12mm trim face..if the 12mm trim looks nicer

 

[Leatherface]

Think Plastic trim looks naff on travertine.
sorry

 

[basshunter]

Hi all,new to forum but in the same boat as lockers on my next job.

If the trav is decent (not too brittle etc) you could attempt to do a "birds beak" mitre which is taking half the thickness of the back of the tile off at 45 degrees.Do this to both pieces and but together.The small channel is then grouted.Difficult to explain without a pic
Otherwise its a butjoint-as mentioned above prep the edges before fixing.

Personally i think trim is naff-if your a true craftsman you will want to finish your work without.
Get your rubbing block and files out-just like in the good old days!!!

 

[DHTiling]

hi bass h.
I know exactly what you mean....nice to have your input mate.....
welcome..

 

[basshunter]

thanks dave,just been searching the net for a picture of a birds beak mitre but all im getting is...well birds beaks!

 

[Leatherface]

It's that same old chestnut again.....

Do you want to be a DIY tiler or a craftsman who can charge over and above for quality work to customers who have your number on reccomendation ?

Yes you can use plastic or metal trim. Yes you can try and sand them by hand.
Or invest in the proper tackle. Do the job right ( and quicker )

 

[lockers]

'Birds Beak'

Bass H - I know what you are describing with the 'birds beak' reference but I think that all things considered that might be a step too far for my limited expertise. I am sure it would look excellent but I will play it safe with a butjoint.

I think my time will be best spent with a file and rubbing block !

 

[DHTiling]

the terminolgy you should be looking for is a birds mouth not beak...lol lol.....

 

[Perry]

Hi Bass you sound like you have done it before :8: