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Install Stone Wall Tiles in the Bathrooms by Vicky Smith
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Stone tiles are often less common than their ceramic counterparts, mostly because of their generally higher cost. While they are usually more expensive than ceramic tiles, they offer a natural durability and resistance to moisture that can be greater than ceramic tiles. Bathrooms remain one of the most common places to use stone tile in modern construction and, while stone and ceramic tiles are very different, their installation processes are very similar. Installingstone wall tiles in a bathroom is a straightforward task that can be completed by just about anyone with a basic understanding of tile installation. Instructions as follows: Firstly, add about 1/2 bag of thinset mix to 1/2 gallon of clean water in a large bucket; refer to the thinset packaging for any other possible recommendations. Secondly, mix the thinset, using an electric drill and mixing attachment, for 5 to 10 minutes or as otherwise directed on the thinset packaging. Let the mixture sit undisturbed for 10 to 15 minutes before using, unless otherwise directed on the thinset bag. Thirdly, set a row of limestone tile along the bottom edge of the wall, about 1/8 inch from each other, using a mastic trowel to apply thinset to the back of the tiles. Insert plastic tile spacers between the tiles, if desired or necessary. Cut any tiles to fit as needed with the tile saw; read the tile saw owner's manual for operation and safety instructions. Fourthly, set the following rows of tiles, using this process, up the face of the wall. Set a 2-foot level on the top edge of a tile row, as you work your way up, to ensure straight and consistent tile rows are achieved. Fifthly, allow the tiles to cure to the thinset mortar for about 24 hours before moving on, unless otherwise instructed on the thinset packaging. Sixthly, add about 1/2 bag of grout mix to 1/2 gallon of clean water in a large bucket; refer to the grout packaging for any other possible recommendations. Seventhly, mix the grout, using an electric drill and mixing attachment, for 5 to 10 minutes or as otherwise directed on the grout packaging. Eighthly, fill a grout bag a little more than 1/2 full, using a mastic trowel to scoop grout mix into the bag. Ninthly, apply grout to the tile joints with the grout bag, using a large sponge to clean any excess grout from the joints as you work your way across the tiled surface. Finally, let me have a short conclusion. As a famous business E-platform of promoting stone industry, we are based with the target that to assist stone enterprises to extend their overseas markets and upgrade their brands. It analyses the B to B international purchasing flow carefully and sets up network marketing solutions for stone trading enterprises involved. If you are really interested in us and want to consult us freely, you can also see onyx slab or become a loyal follower of us by @ https://twitter.com/stonebtb.
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