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Hang Slate Tile by Vicky Smith
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If you are a fan of earthy home decor, consider slate tile for your next home improvement project. Unlike ceramic tile, which is made of clay, slate tile is composed of layers of clay, mud and volcanic ash. This gives slate tile the appearance of layered rock – making it ideal for a variety of applications. While you can install slate tile as flooring, you can also use it on walls, in backsplashes and in showers. Instructions as follows: Firstly, locate the studs in your wall by running the stud finder. along the stone wall. Nail sheets of backer board to the wall through the studs. You must secure the slate tile to backerboard rather than drywall. Secondly, divide the wall into workable sections using a pencil and a level. By applying mortar and tile in sections, you ensure that your mortar will not dry out by the time you install the slate tiles. The size of each section is a matter of personal preference, but Lowe's recommends that each section measure approximately 3 feet by 3 feet. Thirdly, mix the portland cement mortar with water following the directions on the package. Choose a starting section in a corner or at the far side of one wall. Apply a 1/4-inch thick layer of mortar to the wall in the starting section with the flat side of a notched trowel. Fourthly, comb the wet mortar with the notched side of the trowel – creating uniform, grooved lines throughout the wet mortar. Fifthly, lay theslate tile in a line starting at the floor. Press each tile gently into the mortar. Place 1/8 inch spacers between each tile to ensure a uniform appearance. Sixthly, place a level over the row of tile to ensure that it is level. Continue installing tile in the same manner until you complete the section, checking each row with the level as you go. Seventhly, spread mortar and install tile in the remaining sections of the wall in the same manner until you have completely tiled over the desired area. Let the tile cure for the amount of time recommended by the manufacturer – typically 24 hours. Eighthly, remove the spacers. Spread a generous amount of sanded grout across the tiles with a flat trowel. Scrape away excess grout with the trowel as you go. Grout the entire wall. Let the grout cure. Ninthly, wipe away any remaining grout haze from the limestone tile with a dry cloth. Tips & Warnings If you don't feel comfortable mixing your own mortar, you can purchase portland cement mortar pre-mixed at most hardware and home equipment supply stores. The amount of supplies you need will vary depending on the size of the area you intend to tile. In short, as a well-known business E-platform of promoting stone industry, we are in possession of a powerful technology group and high-efficiency operations management system. If you want to consult us freely, you can also see peculiar stone or become a loyal follower of us by @ https://twitter.com/stonebtb.
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