10 Tips for Perfect Tiling
10 tips for perfect tiling. Tiling is one of those jobs that seems easier than it actually is. Almost anyone
Read moreDIY Tile and Tiling guides, projects and tips, ranging from laying ceramic tiles and tiling a splashback, to tiling a concrete floor and replacing cracked tiles.
10 tips for perfect tiling. Tiling is one of those jobs that seems easier than it actually is. Almost anyone
Read moreTiling a wall is one of those DIY jobs which is fairly easy for anyone to do, but more difficult to do well. This guide looks at the steps needed to lay ceramic wall tiles, as well as how to grout properly.
Read moreSmall chips or cracks in ceramic tiles and bathroom fittings are a common DIY problem. Dropping a heavy object onto tiles, the corner of a sink or a ceramic shower tray can sometimes break off small pieces of the material, leaving an unsightly mark.
Read moreThe easiest way to create a splashback is to use only full tiles, extending them slightly past the edge of the fixture.
Read moreTiling around doors, windows and awkward areas can, however, be tricky if not planned and done correctly.
Read moreTiling can be daunting to the DIY-er, it seems like a far more complex task than hanging wallpaper for instance. However, if you prepare correctly, tiling should be both an easy and rewarding job.
Read moreMosaic tiles can create a great finish in both kitchens and bathrooms. Mosaic tiles come in large sheets on a mesh backing to hold them all together. This makes it much easier and quicker to lay the tiles and allows you to buy ready made patterns.
Read moreIf the tiling around your toilet is old, cracked or the wrong colour for your new bathroom, it’s quick and simple to chip off the old tiles, make good and tile the new ones around and behind your existing sanitary fittings.
Read moreThere are several ways to cut tiles correctly, depending on what type of cut you are trying to achieve. Straight cuts are best done with a tile cutting jig. This is a purpose made device which makes it easy to hold and score a line in a tile.
Read moreSeveral of the tools you might need when tiling can be found in the most basic of tool kits.
Read moreOne of the most important factors in making a good job of any tiling project is careful planning. It is not always the best idea to just start in the corner with a full tile and work up or across from that.
Read moreIn rooms such as kitchens and bathrooms, a smooth concrete floor provides just about the best possible surface to tile over. Tiles are hard-wearing and easy to keep clean. They prevent spills from soaking through to the sub floor and, if laid correctly, will not harbour germs and stains
Read moreAlthough tiles provide a generally hard-wearing finish, a hard knock (when moving furniture for example) can crack or chip them. Replacing a single or even multiple tiles is a fairly simple task.
Read moreCeramic floor tiles can really add appeal to a room. But as well as aesthetic value, ceramic tiles also have the added bonus of being hardwearing, easy to clean and cool in the summer. Laying them is not too much of a job, but preparation is key
Read moreThis guide looks at laying self-adhesive soft tiles, and the steps are the same for vinyl, cork or any other flexible tile.
Read moreA DIY guide to removing floor and wall tiles safely…
Read moreTreating common problems with tiles and grout…
Read moreLearn the easiest and safest way to remove grout from between wall and floor tiles.
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