Tiling onto new plaster skim

[RDTiling]

Hello folks.

How long should I leave a 4mm plaster skim to fully dry before tiling?

I've told the customer a minimum of 4 weeks, but the plasterer has told customer it will be 'good to go' in 2 to 3 days.

Naturally customer is questioning why there is such a difference in our timescales.

Is there a mid way compromise on the drying time or do I stick to the 4 week timeframe?

Thanks,
Rich

 

[lizzardtong]

with weather like we have now it will be less than 4 weeks I would say 2 if the room is ventilated, explain them that you want it to last. so quality over rushing

 

[The D]

4-5 days it will be good to go IMHO.

 

[lizzardtong]

4-5 days it will be good to go IMHO.

yes if you will aid drying wit dehumidifier. you dont want to trap moisture behind tiles

 

[White Room]

I'd say a week personally.....with these warm days.

 

[prceramics]

one week mate only the four weeks with bonding then two coats of skim

 

[RDTiling]

Thanks for the responses - customer will be well chuffed if we can tile it in about a weeks time.

Very fortunate the weather is as nice as it is!