How to lay tiles
The development work is not an easy task and the tiling is the perfect illustration. It takes both patience and skill to achieve a satisfactory result. If you want to learn new skills and learn how to lay tiles, read this article carefully.
Necessary equipment
Before you even start laying tiles, you must equip yourself with the necessary equipment. You will need a rubber mallet, square, spirit level, tile scissors, thin-set mortar, trowel, jigsaw, tile cutter and of course your tiles.
Preparing the elements
Once equipped, you must now get down to preparing the elements. Start by preparing the support on which you will lay your tiles. It is important to ensure that the surface is flat and free of any imperfections. Once the substrate is ready, you must cut your tiles to the correct size using a tile cutter. Then, apply adhesive mortar to the back side of the tiles using a trowel.
Start of exposure
You are now ready to start laying. Take your first tile and apply it to the substrate. Use the square to hold the tile at the correct height and tap it with the rubber mallet to make it adhere properly. Once the tile is in place, check the spirit level to ensure that the surface is flat and continue with the rest of the tiles. Repeat these steps until the entire surface is covered.
Finishes
Once all the tiles are in place, clean the surface with a damp cloth. Then apply tile grout using a trowel and smooth it using a special tool. Allow to dry completely before proceeding with a final cleaning of the surface. The result will meet your expectations.
Conclusion
You have just learned how to lay tiles. It is important to equip yourself with the necessary equipment and use the appropriate tools to obtain optimal results. So do not hesitate to take your time and follow each of the steps described above for the installation of your tiles.
